Gerlos, a region in the Zillertal Alps, is situated at an altitude of 1,300 meters and is characterized by its high-alpine environment and five tributary valleys. The landscape features a mix of challenging terrain, distinct ridges, alpine meadows, and prominent natural features like the Durlaßboden Reservoir. This diverse geography provides a suitable setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
The Gerlos region offers a wide range of outdoor activities, with more than 200 routes available across several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. The extensive network of trails caters to various skill levels, from valley walks to demanding mountaineering routes in the Zillertal Alps. For cyclists, the area provides diverse routes, including relaxed e-bike options and challenging trails at higher altitudes. More than 51,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Gerlos, resulting in an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars for the available routes. Explore specific activities further with guides like Hiking around Gerlos, Road Cycling Routes around Gerlos, and MTB Trails around Gerlos.
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4.7
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18585
People visited

4.8
(241)
802
hikers
12.9km
04:36
350m
990m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(28)
169
hikers
17.5km
06:19
640m
1,280m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(243)
1,099
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(218)
1,039
hikers
4.80km
01:26
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.7
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29
riders
15.3km
02:41
1,130m
140m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
riders
5.65km
00:38
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(249)
895
riders
30.7km
02:19
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(62)
283
riders
41.2km
04:36
1,480m
1,480m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.6
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1,233
riders
61.4km
02:31
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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390
riders
53.4km
03:27
1,450m
1,450m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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409
riders
59.5km
04:18
1,800m
1,800m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.2
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314
riders
87.2km
04:58
1,970m
1,970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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784
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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170
riders
36.2km
04:00
1,230m
1,230m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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168
riders
28.6km
02:57
960m
960m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.1
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110
riders
15.9km
01:26
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
139
runners
19.4km
02:15
260m
260m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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79
runners
10.2km
01:13
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
runners
16.1km
01:53
250m
250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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37
runners
3.26km
00:21
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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60
riders
32.6km
02:27
800m
800m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
riders
49.7km
04:50
2,010m
2,010m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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16
riders
14.4km
00:56
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
35
hikers
12.5km
05:12
770m
770m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(2)
24
hikers
20.6km
07:28
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(1)
18
hikers
11.0km
03:00
170m
170m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
hikers
17.6km
07:37
1,260m
1,260m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Gerlos offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Touring cycling. The region features over 200 routes across these sports, catering to various skill levels. Other activities like jogging, mountaineering, and gravel biking are also available.
Gerlos provides an extensive network of over 400 kilometers (250 miles) of marked hiking trails suitable for various abilities. Easy walks can be found in the five tributary valleys, such as Krummbachtal or Schönachtal. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Gerlos guide.
Key natural attractions in Gerlos include the Durlaßboden Reservoir, which offers opportunities for walking and water activities. The region is surrounded by the Zillertal Alps, with impressive summits like Filzenkogel Summit (2,227 m / 7,306 ft). The Krimml Waterfalls are also accessible via the Gerlos Alpine Road.
Gerlos is part of the Zillertal Arena's 325 kilometers (200 miles) of cycling network, offering diverse mountain biking routes. These range from relaxed e-bike tours to demanding trails at higher altitudes. The Arena gondola transports bikes up to 1,800 meters (5,900 ft) free of charge. Consult the MTB Trails around Gerlos guide for specific routes.
Gerlos caters to families with destinations like Adventure Land and Spruce Castle. The Durlassboden Reservoir offers activities such as pedal boating and swimming. The Schwarzachtal Valley features an animal learning trail, providing educational opportunities for children.
Gerlos is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 51,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars, based on over 7,800 ratings.
Yes, Gerlos offers various road cycling routes within the Zillertal Arena network. These routes provide options for different skill levels, including traffic-free rides. For detailed information, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Gerlos guide.
Gerlos provides a free "Wanderbus" for hikers, offering convenient access to various trailheads. Additionally, cable cars like the Isskogelbahn and Dorfbahn Königsleiten often provide free access to higher elevations for guests during the summer season.
Komoot offers several guides for Gerlos, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Gerlos, Road Cycling Routes around Gerlos, and MTB Trails around Gerlos. Guides for jogging, mountaineering, and gravel biking are also available.
Gerlos provides access to impressive summits within the Zillertal Alps. Notable peaks include Filzenkogel Summit, which reaches an elevation of 2,227 meters (7,306 feet). Ahornspitze also offers panoramic views of the Zillertaler and Kitzbühel Alps.
The official municipal website for Gerlos is gemeinde.gerlos.gv.at. The phone number for the municipality of Gerlos is +43 5284 5210 0. For tourism inquiries related to the Zillertal Arena, contact +43 5284 5244 0.

