Discover the stillness of nature.
Winter Activity Holidays in Tirol
Your own pace. Your luxury.
Snow-capped peaks frame the stillness of Lake Achensee, setting the scene for a winter escape defined by complete quiet. At PUREST Alpine Hideaway, our boutique apartments provide an intimate sanctuary – a refined space to unwind after days spent exploring the snow-covered alpine terrain.
Snowshoeing
Step outside, strap on your snowshoes, and set off into the winter stillness: discover quiet side valleys and untouched snowscapes at your own pace. A gentle, scenic trail leading into the peaceful Unterautal begins right from our doorstep – ideal for an unhurried family outing. Snowshoes are available to borrow from us.
Winter Hiking
Crisp alpine air and quiet, snow-covered trails offer an effortless way to clear the mind. Around Lake Achensee, more than 150 kilometres of groomed, well-marked winter paths wind through quiet spruce forests and open valleys. Along the way, rustic mountain huts invite you to pause on sunlit terraces, warm up beside a wood-burning stove, and savour authentic regional fare.
Ski Touring at Lake Achensee
Embrace the stillness of the winter and carve fresh tracks into untouched powder. Lake Achensee offers exceptional terrain for ski touring, leading you deep into quiet valleys and onto panoramic summits far from the busy lift lines. Beautiful ascents begin right on your doorstep here in Achenkirch.
Rodeln & Snowtubing am Achensee
The Achensee region features numerous natural toboggan runs, many illuminated after dark for evening descents under the stars. A midweek highlight is the lively floodlit toboggan night hosted every Wednesday at the Christlum Hochalm lifts. Sleds and snow sliders are available to borrow from us.
Ice Skating at Lake Achensee
Gliding across the ice beneath towering, snow-dusted peaks captures the pure, classic charm of an alpine winter. In the Achensee region, open-air skating rinks provide fun for all the family, combining the invigorating fresh air of the mountains with panoramic views of the Karwendel and Rofan mountain ranges.
Horse Carriage Rides
Tucked beneath warm loden blankets, a horse-drawn sleigh ride offers an idyllic, slow-paced way to explore the winter landscape. Glide gently along snow-dusted trails and the shores of Lake Achensee to the rhythmic sound of harness bells, framed by silent alpine forests.
More Winter Experiences & Events at Lake Achensee
- AIRROFAN Skyglider: Even in the depths of winter, soar like an eagle across the Rofan mountains, reaching speeds of up to 80 km/h on this exhilarating high-altitude glider.
- Tandem Paragliding: Experience a bird’s-eye perspective of the snow-covered landscape with a winter tandem flight, launching from the Rofan summits above Maurach.
- Winter Hot-Air Ballooning: During the annual Achensee Ballooning Days, drift high above the snow-capped Karwendel and Rofan ranges, taking in an unobstructed 360-degree panorama of the winter landscape.
- Snowkiting: Gliding silently across the snow with a kite: the snowkiting area in Achenkirch offers a fascinating winter adventure for all skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts aged 7 and over.
Snow Report
The daily snow report for the Achensee region shows which cross-country trails, ski lifts, toboggan runs, and ice rinks are open.