Skiing in Gerlos
Gerlos sits high on the pass road between the Zillertal and the Salzburg region, clearly above the villages on the valley floor. That position gives the village two trump cards: direct access to the ski area that stretches across the pass, and wintry conditions in the village itself for most of the season. Gerlos belongs to the Zillertal pass network of 628 kilometres of pistes and 146 lifts, with terrain between 565 and 2946 metres; recent winters saw snow depths of up to 158 centimetres. The village is compact, sporty and pleasantly lively, with ski huts and bars but no big-city bustle. We list 27 accommodations, with winter holidays from 672 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Gerlos
Gerlos9.2Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Sruh Prime Apartment
Gerlos8.6Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Rössl Lodge Gerlos
Gerlos8.8Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Appartement Sonnwend
Gerlos7.6Zillertal, Oostenrijk
VAYA Gerlos
Gerlos8.4Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Appartementen Neustockach
Gerlos8.7Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Appartementen Lena
Gerlos7.9Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Joe's Aparthotel
Gerlos8.8Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Pension Kupfnerhof
Gerlos8.9Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Boutique Aparthotel Fräulein Nannerl
Gerlos8.4Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Residence Zillertal
Gerlos8.4Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Pension Schönachhof
Gerlos8.8Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Appartementen Auszeit
Gerlos8.8Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Appartementen Kupfnerhof
GerlosZillertal, Oostenrijk
Landhaus Staudacher
Gerlos8.7Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Appartementen Stockachhof
Gerlos8.8Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Hotel Waldhof
Gerlos8.8Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Appartementen Schönachhof
Gerlos9.3Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Gasthof Riederhof
Gerlos8.6Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Wohlfühlhotel Innertalerhof
Gerlos8.9Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Hotel Jägerhof
GerlosZillertal, Oostenrijk
Gerlos Alpine Estate
GerlosZillertal, Oostenrijk
Gerlos Mountain Estate
Gerlos9.1Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Pension Hottererhof
Gerlos8.9Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Hotel Kristall - adults only
Gerlos9.1Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Appartementen Hottererhof
GerlosZillertal, Oostenrijk
Hotel Victoria
GerlosZillertal, Oostenrijk
Hotel Central
Gerlos8.8Zillertal, Oostenrijk
Hotel Gaspingerhof
GerlosZillertal, Oostenrijk
Central Stay Appartement Gerlos
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The ski area from Gerlos
Gerlos lies in the middle of the large ski area that stretches across the Gerlos pass, from Zell am Ziller over the border into Salzburg. From the village you step straight into the network; with the Zillertal valley pass you additionally access all the valley's areas, together 628 kilometres of pistes and 146 lifts between 565 and 2946 metres.
The terrain around Gerlos is varied and sporty, with long red descents, wide carving pistes and enough blue for those taking it easier. Thanks to the high location you also start at altitude rather than from the valley floor.
Snow reliability in Gerlos
Gerlos is one of the valley's better addresses when it comes to snow. The village sits high on the pass road, the ski terrain reaches 2946 metres within the valley network, and the pass region catches a lot of precipitation; recent winters recorded up to 158 centimetres.
Because both village and pistes sit high, December and March are more dependable here than lower in the valley, and the village itself is often simply snow-covered. Combined with large-scale snowmaking, a ski week in Gerlos is rarely spoiled by lack of snow.
The village of Gerlos
Gerlos is an elongated mountain village along the pass road, with hotels, apartments, shops and restaurants within walking distance of the lifts. The vibe is sporty and convivial: there is lively après-ski in the ski huts and bars, popular with Dutch guests, yet it stays smaller-scale and more manageable than in the big party resorts.
The village has a loyal following of returning guests and a distinctly wintry character thanks to its altitude. Besides skiing there are tobogganing options and winter walking trails around the village and by the reservoirs towards the pass.
Who is Gerlos for
Gerlos aims at a broad audience and serves it well: families find practice terrain and ski schools, intermediates a large and varied area on the doorstep, and lovers of good company a lively but manageable village. For groups, Gerlos is a classic too.
Advanced skiers use the village as a springboard to the full 628-kilometre valley network. The starting price of 672 euros per person sits slightly above the valley average, which fits the high location and the popularity. With 27 accommodations, the choice runs from apartments to well-kept hotels.
Practical: getting there and booking
You reach Gerlos via the Zillertal and then the pass road up from Zell am Ziller; from the Netherlands or Belgium it is a day's drive. The pass road is generally well maintained in winter, but winter tyres are mandatory and in snowfall you take it steady.
We list 27 accommodations from 672 euros per person. Gerlos is beloved by regulars and families, so Christmas and February fill early; book those periods months ahead. In January and March you enjoy the altitude at considerably friendlier prices.
Gerlos on the map
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FAQ about Gerlos
How much piste can you ski from Gerlos?
From Gerlos you reach the Zillertal ski area with around 628 km of marked pistes and 146 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Gerlos cost?
Accommodations in Gerlos start from around €536 per person; Nivosola compares 29, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Gerlos?
Yes. Recent winters in Zillertal reached a maximum snow depth of around 158 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high are Gerlos and its ski area?
Gerlos sits high on the pass road, clearly above the Zillertal valley floor, and the valley network's ski terrain reaches 2946 metres. As a result the village itself stays wintry white for much of the season.
Is Gerlos suitable for beginners?
Yes, there is practice terrain by the village and plenty of calm blue terrain in the area. The ski schools are used to Dutch guests, which lowers the threshold for children and adult beginners.
How busy is Gerlos?
Gerlos is a popular destination and well filled in school holidays, including at the lifts. Outside those weeks it is pleasantly lively without real crowds; the après-ski stays modest compared with the big party resorts.
Which village in the region is a good alternative?
Königsleiten, just over the pass, is higher and quieter with ski-in options; Zell am Ziller down in the valley offers more village life and amenities. Both lie within the same ski area and on the same pass.