Step into winter hiking bliss – Tyrolean Zugspitz Arena

Hiking Collection by Urlaub in Österreich

Tours

11:42 h

24.7 mi

2,650 ft

You take your first, cautious step in the snow and you hear that familiar crunching sound. Whereas yesterday little snowflakes were dancing from the sky, today sunlight warms your face. Then, upon stepping out of the forest, you suddenly catch sight of the mighty Zugspitze, Germany’s highest mountain, glistening in glorious white.

Yes, this is what awaits when you put on your warm layers and go on a winter Tour in the Tyrolean Zugspitz Arena. The region is perfect for winter hiking fun and in this Collection we would like to introduce you to a few unforgettable routes.

Sometimes the paths run in the valley, along icy rivers. Sometimes you hike a little higher up. If you feel like it, you can strap on some sturdy snowshoes and if you don't want to venture out alone, you can book any one of the region’s experienced guides. Whatever you choose, all the trails have one thing in common: they are overlooked by the impressive Zugspitze and offer you a snow-covered landscape like something out of a picture book.

Here are a few tips to make your winter hiking adventures as enjoyable as possible. Firstly, dress in plenty of warm layers and we recommend waterproof winter footwear. Secondly, please do not leave the prepared and marked winter hiking trails, because the ‘off piste’ terrain can be particularly dangerous at this time of year. Before setting off, always note the current avalanche warning level and check the opening times of the huts. If an emergency should occur, dial 140 for the alpine emergency services.

If you want to go cross-country skiing in between, in the Tyrolean Zugspitz Arena, you’re in the right place. Just take a look at this Collection: komoot.com/collection/1816152.

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Tours & Highlights

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Ehrwald to the Gamsalm – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Intermediate
01:08
2.24 mi
2.0 mph
450 ft
450 ft
Intermediate Hiking Tour. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The Gamsalm is a rustic hut above Ehrwald. It lets you taste regional delicacies with fantastic views. The perfect highlight for a relaxed winter tour, right?

It starts at the Ponöfen car park, where you cross the road and start to follow a forest path. It is now steadily uphill through the idyllic landscape…
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Lermoos to Ehrwald – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Easy
00:39
1.54 mi
2.4 mph
100 ft
25 ft
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
This approximately two and a half kilometer tour takes you from Lermoos to Ehrwald and lets you discover a unique moorland landscape. Always in view - of course - the Zugspitze.

It starts in the heart of Lermoos. You cross the main street and you are directly on the Moosweg. It leads from here to your…
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Larch Forest Loop – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Easy
00:46
1.74 mi
2.3 mph
225 ft
225 ft
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
The word "forest bathing" takes on a completely new meaning in winter: the larch forest in Ehrwald exudes a very special energy during the cold season. It's so wonderfully quiet between the thickly snowed-in giant trees - a great opportunity to recharge your batteries.

This round is just under three kilometers…
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Biligrundweg – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Easy
00:50
1.85 mi
2.2 mph
200 ft
225 ft
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
This tour sends you to the Biligrundweg near Berwang. This is a route characterized by a unique landscape. If you feel like doing something special, you can go there in the evening with a headlamp: when Berwang is shining and the stars are shining from the sky, winter hiking here is twice as nice.

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Via the Hochthörle Hut to Eibseeblick – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Expert
02:30
4.01 mi
1.6 mph
900 ft
900 ft
Expert Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
This tour through the magical winter landscape around the Hochthörle Hütte is not long or intensive - and yet you will be rewarded with an imperial view at the end.

You start at the valley station of the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn. It goes straight out into the untouched landscape and the path begins to lead…
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Panorama trail from Lermoos to Ehrwald – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Easy
00:59
2.22 mi
2.2 mph
175 ft
275 ft
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
A really promising path leads from Lermoos to Ehrwald. Because it is also cleared in winter, it offers you a unique opportunity to enjoy a breathtaking mountain panorama and lots of sunshine.

It starts near the Lermoos train station. You cross the tracks and are already in the middle of the Panoramaweg…
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Bichlbach to Heiterwang – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Easy
01:15
2.99 mi
2.4 mph
25 ft
275 ft
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
The way from Bichlbach to Heiterwang is magical and comfortable. Because while the almost five kilometers are slightly downhill, you can enjoy complete peace and fantastic views of the mountains around you.

You start in Bichlbach and first make your way through the underpasses, then over the bridge up…
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Around the Tummebichl – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Easy
01:17
3.14 mi
2.4 mph
50 ft
50 ft
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
A magnificent landscape awaits you around the Tummebichl: wide white fields, snow-covered trees, icy streams. And very important: a breathtaking mountain panorama. On this tour you can discover it all!

You start trudging from the church square in Lermoos: Between the Hotel Hubertushof and the Hotel Post…
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Berwang to Rinnen, Brand and Mitteregg – winter hiking in the Zugspitz Arena
Intermediate
02:16
5.02 mi
2.2 mph
550 ft
525 ft
Intermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
A beautiful wintry route takes you about eight kilometers from Lermoos via Rinnen and Mitteregg to Brand. The perfect tour to get tired winter legs going and to fill up on vitamin D at the same time!

At the beginning you make your way out of Berwang and walk in the direction of Rinnen with its pretty…
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