For peace-seeking Ice Princes and curious Snow Queens. A peaceful winter holiday at the Gardenhotel Crystal.

It may be hard to believe for avid skiers, but beyond the ski slopes, the Zillertal region has a multitude of activities and experiences to offer. The winter walking trails are a cosy and relaxing environment to be in. Snowshoe trekking is a great way to explore the forest. Ice skating and tobogganing are guaranteed to bring a sense of happiness and delight. Nordic skiing adds a sparkling touch to the winter season, making it a more enjoyable experience for those who love the sport.

Yeti spotted in the Zillertal? On the move on silent, big soles.

What on earth has been walking here? What has such big feet? Probably a snowshoe hiker. There are plenty of them in Fügen. Often done in a group, these outings are known as “guided snowshoe hikes” and are extremely popular among winter enthusiasts.

Even as a solitary hiker, both with or without snowshoes, you can find numerous scenic snowy trails to recharge your energy levels and bask in nature’s beauty right from the Gardenhotel Crystal.

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Explore the Tyrolean winter on narrow skis

Initially challenging, but with practice, cross-country skiing becomes an elegant and invigorating way of exercising your body in winter. Whether you prefer classic or skating style, the Zillertal boasts a network of 113 kilometres of cross-country skiing trails. The nearby Fügenberg, situated 1,500 metres above sea level,

provides a stunning mountain backdrop. If you’re interested in learning the proper technique for Nordic skiing, you can take lessons from instructors at the ski schools. And if you want to try touring, the local mountain guides and ski pros are your first port of call.

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Childish? Of course it is!

A snowball fight in the garden? The Gardenhotel team is always up for that. A toboggan run is just as much fun and there are 48 kilometres of toboggan runs in the Zillertal. Hochfügen boasts two fantastic, floodlit runs. With toboggan in tow, hop on the Spieljoch gondola and enjoy an exhilarating 5.5-kilometre descent

from the mountain station to the middle station. Ice skating is a little less fast-paced but much more graceful. From December to March, you can hone your Flip, Lutz, Axel and Rittberger skills at the ice rink near the Erlebnistherme Zillertal/Fügen spa.

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