Insider's guide to summer in the Austrian Tirol

Insider’s guide to summer in the

AUSTRIAN TIROL

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE TIROL REGION

+43 512 7272 0 [email protected]

www.visittirol.co.uk www.facebook.com/visittirol

When you see images of Austria as a white wonderland, it is sometimes hard to imagine what happens

when the snow melts away. What remains is the same beautiful natural scenery but this time in colour, with every possible shade of green painted into the landscape. The traditional Tirolean houses are brought to life and the mountains are calling for a

paragliding – any outdoor adventure sport you can imagine, you can do it in the Austrian Tirol. The appeal broadens,

couples of all ages, groups of friends and

that run of the mill holiday. When times are hard a main

summer holiday to Austria. The beauty of

the Tirol region is that there is a holiday to

accommodation from B&Bs, apartments and hotels to farm stays and camping.

After some number-crunching we

to pay from £26.99 per person one-way

Salzburg and Munich airports allow easy access to many of the resorts across the Tirol region. Locally, prices represent great value for money when compared with neighbouring countries and the local

programmes or guest cards giving you more out of your holiday.

From walking to mountain-biking, from canyoning to whitewater rafting – there are activity adventures galore to keep experts and novices alike entertained long after the snow has gone

CZECH REPUBLIC

SLOVAKIA

HUNGARY

GERMANY

SWITZERLAND

VIENNA

AUSTRIA

When you see images of Austria as a white wonderland, it is sometimes hard to imagine what happens

when the snow melts away. What remains is the same beautiful natural scenery but this time in colour, with every possible shade of green painted into the landscape. The traditional Tirolean houses are brought to life and the mountains are calling for a

paragliding – any outdoor adventure sport you can imagine, you can do it in the Austrian Tirol. The appeal broadens,

couples of all ages, groups of friends and

that run of the mill holiday. When times are hard a main

summer holiday to Austria. The beauty of

the Tirol region is that there is a holiday to

accommodation from B&Bs, apartments and hotels to farm stays and camping.

After some number-crunching we

to pay from £26.99 per person one-way

Salzburg and Munich airports allow easy access to many of the resorts across the Tirol region. Locally, prices represent great value for money when compared with neighbouring countries and the local

programmes or guest cards giving you more out of your holiday.

From walking to mountain-biking, from canyoning to whitewater rafting – there are activity adventures galore to keep experts and novices alike entertained long after the snow has gone

CZECH REPUBLIC

SLOVAKIA

HUNGARY

GERMANY

SWITZERLAND

VIENNA

AUSTRIA

Mountain Biking

Owing to its location in the heart of the

through the most spectacular landscape up to traditional mountain huts, conquering

mountain so you can get to your starting point with ease and access some of the higher routes.

you can choose your own starting and

individually or in sections. All the stages

clearly signposted for easy orientation. The

your performance.

high-speed routes into the valley, which

champion. One of the most highly regarded areas

Alps-Brixental region, covering the resorts

STEPPING UP A GEAR

from easy ascents to speedy downhill trails.

technique training and more. As a member

per person, including three guided tours,

GIVE IT A GO Trail is a four-day tour for experienced

range on some classic routes and newly

you some unforgettable views along the

For more information on mountain biking holidays visit www.alpenbiken.at/tyrol

For more information, visit www.bike academy.at; www.kitzbuehel-alpen.com

Mountain Biking

Owing to its location in the heart of the

through the most spectacular landscape up to traditional mountain huts, conquering

mountain so you can get to your starting point with ease and access some of the higher routes.

you can choose your own starting and

individually or in sections. All the stages

clearly signposted for easy orientation. The

your performance.

high-speed routes into the valley, which

champion. One of the most highly regarded areas

Alps-Brixental region, covering the resorts

STEPPING UP A GEAR

from easy ascents to speedy downhill trails.

technique training and more. As a member

per person, including three guided tours,

GIVE IT A GO Trail is a four-day tour for experienced

range on some classic routes and newly

you some unforgettable views along the

For more information on mountain biking holidays visit www.alpenbiken.at/tyrol

For more information, visit www.bike academy.at; www.kitzbuehel-alpen.com

SUMMER

2012 EVENTS25 Dolomite Cycle Tour, Lienz

www.dolomitensport.at

KitzAlp Bike Festival, Kitzbühel Alps

Zillertal Bike Challenge

TransAlp Challenge, Imst and Ischgl

Ischgl Ironbike

www.paznaun-ischgl.com

Ötztal Cycle Marathon, Sölden

www.oetztaler-radmarathon.com

UCI Masters Cycling Classic St. Johann

www.masterswm.org

Nordkette Downhill 2012

For further information about events across the Tirol region visit www.sport.tirol.at

KIT TIP

O s p r e y R a p t o r 1 4 H y d r a t i o n P a c k £ 8 9 . 9 9

w w w. e l l i s -b r i g h a m . c o m

Cycling

cycle paths and road cycling routes all over

region at its best, where you can combine sport with pleasure, enjoying ever-changing scenery, cultural variety and culinary treats along the way. There are three main long-distance cycle routes through the Tirol

for leisure cyclists and families. The Via

route through the mountains, with plenty of rest stops along the way serving delicious dishes that have been delighting travellers

most scenic cycle routes.

GIVE IT A GO

the TirolWest region (www.tirolwest.at).

person per night on half board. Contact +43 5442 62316 or visit www.schwarzeradler.at.For more information visit www.cycle.tyrol.com

E-Biking

can attempt longer routes and steeper ascents. To maximise your enjoyment, head

the east of the Tirol region. With a total of

area includes resorts such as Westendorf

Alps – Brixental, as well as the Wilder

the resorts of Niederau and Oberau in the

www.kitzbuehel-alpen.com.

GIVE IT A GO

starting from £629 per person, including

www.inghams.co.uk.

SUMMER

2012 EVENTS25 Dolomite Cycle Tour, Lienz

www.dolomitensport.at

KitzAlp Bike Festival, Kitzbühel Alps

Zillertal Bike Challenge

TransAlp Challenge, Imst and Ischgl

Ischgl Ironbike

www.paznaun-ischgl.com

Ötztal Cycle Marathon, Sölden

www.oetztaler-radmarathon.com

UCI Masters Cycling Classic St. Johann

www.masterswm.org

Nordkette Downhill 2012

For further information about events across the Tirol region visit www.sport.tirol.at

KIT TIP

O s p r e y R a p t o r 1 4 H y d r a t i o n P a c k £ 8 9 . 9 9

Cycling

cycle paths and road cycling routes all over

region at its best, where you can combine sport with pleasure, enjoying ever-changing scenery, cultural variety and culinary treats along the way. There are three main long-distance cycle routes through the Tirol

for leisure cyclists and families. The Via

route through the mountains, with plenty of rest stops along the way serving delicious dishes that have been delighting travellers

most scenic cycle routes.

GIVE IT A GO

the TirolWest region (www.tirolwest.at).

person per night on half board. Contact +43 5442 62316 or visit www.schwarzeradler.at.For more information visit www.cycle.tyrol.com

E-Biking

can attempt longer routes and steeper ascents. To maximise your enjoyment, head

the east of the Tirol region. With a total of

area includes resorts such as Westendorf

Alps – Brixental, as well as the Wilder

the resorts of Niederau and Oberau in the

www.kitzbuehel-alpen.com.

GIVE IT A GO

starting from £629 per person, including

www.inghams.co.uk.

OUTDOOR THRILLS AT AREA47

One of the most common misconceptions is that Austria in summer is all about

place is. As well as the areas for outdoor, water and climbing, the event area is gaining a reputation for big name concerts too and this summer will see Status Quo perform on

For more information visit www.area47.at; www.oetztal.com

OUTDOOR AREA - Sky’s the limit

tailor your trip to suit your interests, mixing together elements of the outdoor, climbing

the most awe-inspiring views try tandem paragliding. With a few steps down the mountain, the ground beneath you falls

you have time to fully appreciate the

OUTDOOR THRILLS AT AREA47

One of the most common misconceptions is that Austria in summer is all about

place is. As well as the areas for outdoor, water and climbing, the event area is gaining a reputation for big name concerts too and this summer will see Status Quo perform on

For more information visit www.area47.at; www.oetztal.com

OUTDOOR AREA - Sky’s the limit

tailor your trip to suit your interests, mixing together elements of the outdoor, climbing

the most awe-inspiring views try tandem paragliding. With a few steps down the mountain, the ground beneath you falls

you have time to fully appreciate the

WATER AREA - Taking the plunge

try combining your holiday with some water action, such as whitewater rafting,

means that those dipping their toe into the

Outdoor fans can enjoy rafting highlights on

through the picturesque gorges of the Ötztal mountains or caving through the imposing Amberg tunnel system. The water area at

ramp, which is great for tubing and where

This consists of a two-person team, one

tube and one jumping from a height onto

into the air, as if someone has pressed the ejector seat button, and thrown into the water at full speed.

CLIMBING AREA - Scaling the rock face

that all types of sport climbing, bouldering and Via Ferratas, at all levels of experience, are catered for in Tirol. The climbing area at

vertical challenges for all levels.

GOOD TO KNOW

one of the wooden tepees or traditional log cabins. Many visitors combine a stay

per person per night in a traditional lodge.

for two nights with rafting, canyoning and access to the water area.

KIT TIP T h e N o r t h F a c e

C l a s s V Wa t e r Tr u n k £ 3 2 . 9 9

WATER AREA - Taking the plunge

try combining your holiday with some water action, such as whitewater rafting,

means that those dipping their toe into the

Outdoor fans can enjoy rafting highlights on

through the picturesque gorges of the Ötztal mountains or caving through the imposing Amberg tunnel system. The water area at

ramp, which is great for tubing and where

This consists of a two-person team, one

tube and one jumping from a height onto

into the air, as if someone has pressed the ejector seat button, and thrown into the water at full speed.

CLIMBING AREA - Scaling the rock face

that all types of sport climbing, bouldering and Via Ferratas, at all levels of experience, are catered for in Tirol. The climbing area at

vertical challenges for all levels.

GOOD TO KNOW

one of the wooden tepees or traditional log cabins. Many visitors combine a stay

per person per night in a traditional lodge.

for two nights with rafting, canyoning and access to the water area.

KIT TIP T h e N o r t h F a c e

C l a s s V Wa t e r Tr u n k £ 3 2 . 9 9

Travelling with children requires that

which destination will suit the brood,

Whatever stage your family is along the path of life here are some suggestions to

to daring teens .

Best for babies and toddlers – Alpbachtal

love the wobbly bridge. Toddlers will enjoy the ride on the gondola up the mountain to visit the Lauserland adventure playground,

zoo, trampolines and mini golf.WHERE TO STAY? An all-inclusive family

Galtenberg (www.galtenberg.com) starts

and 2 children) and includes full board,

equipment is also available. www.alpbachtal.at

Best for children – Wilder Kaiser

Once out of the toddler stage children enter that glorious age of discovery,

independence and experiencing new

place for a family mountain experience and to ignite their imaginations. Made up

stations, where you can discover sounds

FAMILY ADVENTURE

through stone and water, follow the secrets of the sun, wind and weather, have a go at

Garden. At the Simonalm you can have a

never be short of things to do with horse riding, cycling or swimming nearby in the

WHERE TO STAY?

area and an activity programme for adults

www.wilderkaiser.info

Best for teens – Zillertal

Family dynamics change once children

memories and give your teens an adventure

action programme for those staying in Zell

high rope courses, climbing, canyoning,

are free of charge, activities such as

WHERE TO STAY? A two-room family apartment in Zell am Ziller or Gerlos starts

www.zillertalarena.com

Travelling with children requires that

which destination will suit the brood,

Whatever stage your family is along the path of life here are some suggestions to

to daring teens .

Best for babies and toddlers – Alpbachtal

love the wobbly bridge. Toddlers will enjoy the ride on the gondola up the mountain to visit the Lauserland adventure playground,

zoo, trampolines and mini golf.WHERE TO STAY? An all-inclusive family

Galtenberg (www.galtenberg.com) starts

and 2 children) and includes full board,

equipment is also available. www.alpbachtal.at

Best for children – Wilder Kaiser

Once out of the toddler stage children enter that glorious age of discovery,

independence and experiencing new

place for a family mountain experience and to ignite their imaginations. Made up

stations, where you can discover sounds

FAMILY ADVENTURE

through stone and water, follow the secrets of the sun, wind and weather, have a go at

Garden. At the Simonalm you can have a

never be short of things to do with horse riding, cycling or swimming nearby in the

WHERE TO STAY?

area and an activity programme for adults

www.wilderkaiser.info

Best for teens – Zillertal

Family dynamics change once children

memories and give your teens an adventure

action programme for those staying in Zell

high rope courses, climbing, canyoning,

are free of charge, activities such as

WHERE TO STAY? A two-room family apartment in Zell am Ziller or Gerlos starts

www.zillertalarena.com

THESE BOOTS WERE MADE FOR WALKINGWgranted that one of the main

even stronger and is now recognised as

the valley. All information can be found at www.eaglewalk.tyrol.com.

GOOD TO KNOW

with yellow signposts and red-white-red

the eagle symbol, also guide you along the way. At the beginning of each stage

tyrol.com.

widely accessible with little real mountain

paths, with short, steep sections and require more experience and a higher

those with plenty of mountain experience,

to explore on your own, you can choose to stay in various hotels, safe in the

transported on to your next destination

competitive side in you and collect

you will be rewarded with a bronze

badge and automatic entry into a draw to

KIT TIP S a l o m o n C o m e t 4 D

G T X £ 1 3 9 . 9 9 w w w. e l l i s -b r i g h a m . c o m

HOW TO GET TO TIROLINNSBRUCK is the main gateway to the

Austrian.TOUR OPERATORS

Manchester and other regional airports to

ALTERNATIVE AIRPORTS are Salzburg (www.salzburg-airport.com) with a transfer

(www.munich-airport.com) with a transfer

For resort transfers visit www.transfer.tirol.at

THESE BOOTS WERE MADE FOR WALKINGWgranted that one of the main

even stronger and is now recognised as

the valley. All information can be found at www.eaglewalk.tyrol.com.

GOOD TO KNOW

with yellow signposts and red-white-red

the eagle symbol, also guide you along the way. At the beginning of each stage

tyrol.com.

widely accessible with little real mountain

paths, with short, steep sections and require more experience and a higher

those with plenty of mountain experience,

to explore on your own, you can choose to stay in various hotels, safe in the

transported on to your next destination

competitive side in you and collect

you will be rewarded with a bronze

badge and automatic entry into a draw to

KIT TIP S a l o m o n C o m e t 4 D

G T X £ 1 3 9 . 9 9 w w w. e l l i s -b r i g h a m . c o m

HOW TO GET TO TIROLINNSBRUCK is the main gateway to the

Austrian.TOUR OPERATORS

Manchester and other regional airports to

ALTERNATIVE AIRPORTS are Salzburg (www.salzburg-airport.com) with a transfer

(www.munich-airport.com) with a transfer

For resort transfers visit www.transfer.tirol.at

Insider’s guide to summer in the

AUSTRIAN TIROLAL

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE TIROL REGION

+43 512 7272 0 [email protected]

www.visittirol.co.uk www.facebook.com/visittirol

Insider's guide to summer in the Austrian Tirol

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