Family walking holiday in Mayrhofen

Mayrhofen

Mayrhofen is an attractive little town built on flat land where the four main valleys meet. Many of the buildings are built in traditional Tyrolean style. The village is lively, with a variety of shops and facilities all within a few minutes’ walk of the hotel.

Shops & facilities:

There is a good variety of shops, including several supermarkets, bakeries, a chemist and local crafts. There is a full programme of summer events in the town, including concerts, dances and folklore events organised by the Mayrhofen Tourist Office. Sports Facilities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, mini golf, tennis courts, ten-pin bowling, cycle hire and riding stables.

Free day options

Leaders will be happy to recommend options if you would like to walk independently.

Innsbruck: Easily reached by bus or train, Innsbruck, the historic capital of the Tyrol, offers an interesting day out whenever you are visiting Mayrhofen. Places to visit include the Imperial Palace, the Royal Gardens, the cathedral and various churches of particular interest. Guided coach tours are available whilst the old town is an attractive area for strolling and sightseeing.

Achensee: An enjoyable excursion is to take the narrow-gauge railway from Mayrhofen to Jenbach, and then the steam-operated rack and pinion railway to the Achensee. Dating from 1889, this is the oldest steam-operated cog railway in the world. The Achensee itself is a particularly attractive lake, with boat trips and easy walks available.

Krimml Waterfalls: Reached by bus, Krimml is a picturesque town set against a backdrop of densely wooded mountains that climb to heights of 3,000m. The waterfalls, 380m high, are the highest in Europe, and are a spectacular sight as they cascade down the entrance of the Krimmler Valley.

Climate:

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