Horse-riding routes
(see map below for route numbers)
Half-day trail - Wimmertal - 1
The ranch looks out onto the start of the Wimmertal valley.
Following a gentle ascent, the Wimmertal opens up and is flanked by
strange rock outcrops. The majestic “Wechselspitze” (the ‘Matterhorn’ of
Gerlos) stands there ready to greet the riders. We then continue on over
the luxuriant, green alpine meadows before taking a break for
refreshments at the Wimmertal “Jausenstation”. Return by the same route.
Full day trail - Wimmertal - Grundhütten - 1,2
From the Wimmertal valley our route takes us over several valley levels
to the last huts, the “earth huts”, at approximately 1800 m. We have a
break here. Anyone who would like to can climb the Wimmer-Scharte (2500
m) on foot.
Full day trail - Wimmertal Schlaghütten - 1,3
From the Wimmertal valley a path on the right-hand side leads to the
Schlaghütten-Alm at approx. 1700 m. From here it is possible to enjoy a
magnificent view of the Gerlostal-Alm, Kreuzjoch, Isskogel and
Königsleiten.
Full day trail- Fürstalm - 1,4
A beautiful ride through sparse timber forests and flowery mountain
meadows. The pine trees that extend up to the ridge of the summit give
this landscape its striking feature. A magnificent panoramic view of the
Zillertal Alps and the Hohen Tauern.
Half-day trail- Schwarzachtal - 5
At the ranch we cross the “Gerlosbach” stream and ride along
the small Gmündner reservoir to the entrance to the Schwarzachtal. We
ride through a short belt of forest, pass the Schwarzach-Bichlaste and
enter the narrow, romantic Schwarzachtal. At the hut, well known for
good music, we take a break.
Full day trail- Obere Schwarzach - 5,6
From the Schwarzachtal the winding path leads us up to the upper
Schwarzachalm (1700 m). A wild, romantic Hochkar under the walls of the
Bramberger Kolm.
Full day trail- Weißbach-Alm - 5,7
From the entrance to the Schwarzachtal valley, a path on the right-hand
side leads to the “Weißbachalm”. Particularly in spring, the wonderful
alpine roses are to be admired. Another impressive sight is the
beautifully formed rock outcrops of the Brandberger Kolmkamm with its
mighty North faces.
Full day trail- Gerlos-Schönachtal - 8,9
We follow the bridle path from the “Oberwirt” into the romantic “Schönachtal”.
The path continues its gentle ascent to the “Stinkmoosalm” with its well
known and beautiful valley backdrop until we reach the Lackenalm “Jausenstation”,
where we take a break.
Full day trail- Isskogel - 11
The path takes us over Grasegg and Gmünder-Forstweg to the Isskogel.
This is a first-class viewpoint from the top of the mountain and the
view is truly unforgettable: from the Ötztal Alps to the “Hohen Tauern
“, it spans the whole panorama of the Zillertal and Gerlostal valleys
and the Zillertal glacier landscape. This very mountainous region is
beautiful beyond all comparison.
Full day trail- Krummbachtal - 12
This ride follows the Gerlosbach stream directly to Gerlos, the
idyllically situated mountain village. After crossing the bridge at the
Oberwirt, the path takes us along the man-made right bank into the
Innertal valley. We have a break for coffee in the “Almstüberl” and
enjoy the view over the whole of Gerlos. We then continue our ride into
the “Krummbachtal” and have another break in the "Krumbach-Rast".
Full day trail- Kreuzwiesenhütte - 13
This tour takes us to high alpine mountain regions with a very special
view: From the Ötztal Alps to the “Hohen Tauern” with their
“Großvenediger” (“Great Venetians”), this view encompasses the whole
panorama of the Zillertal and Gerlostal valleys and the Zillertal
glaciers. Via the “Gerlostalalm”, a high alpine pasture situated above
the Kröller Holiday Ranch at 1000 m, the path takes us to the
high-altitude “Kreuzwiesenhütte”. The magnificent view of the Zillertal
Alps makes a hearty meal taste marvellous beyond comparison.
2 Day Trails
These trails take us from Gerlos into the Zillertal valley. According to
preference, there are several possible routes, which include an
overnight stay at the “Schäferalm” in a simple, small alpine hut
Day 1: Gerlostalalm, Außerertens, Kreuzwiesenhütte
Day 2: via Gerlostalalm, Innerertenskar, Isskogel-Summit, Krummbachtal
This tour takes us to high alpine mountain regions. With first-class
viewpoints from the tops of mountains, the tour includes the
unforgettable view: From the Ötztal Alps to the “Hohen Tauern” with
their “Großvenediger” (“Great Venetians”), it encompasses the whole
panorama of the Zillertal and Gerlostal valleys and the Zillertal
glaciers. This very mountainous region is beautiful beyond all
comparison. As we sit around a romantic campfire, another eventful day
draws to a close. We spend the night in a small, simple alpine hut on
the “Schäferwandalm”. At sunrise the horses are saddled. Then we begin
our ascent to the Isskogel-Summit. Our return journey takes us over the
Krummbachtal valley and back to the the ranch.
PG-KRSG
