Winter holidays off piste in the Thierseetal

Tobogganing, ice skating & cross-country skiing in Tyrol

Pirouette on two skates at Lake Thiersee, whizz down the natural toboggan runs in the Thierseetal valley after a hearty snack, or discover cross-country skiing as an endurance winter sport on fantastic trails - winter in the Thierseetal valley is especially fun off the slopes.

Fancy a toboggan ride?

Fantastically beautiful toboggan runs and cosy alpine huts in Tyrol are simply a must during wonderful winter holidays. The locals as well as our guests have great fun with a future toboggan run - look forward to unforgettable hours in the snow. 

Our guests can use the hotel's own super-fast toboggans free of charge.

 

Perfect for one of the four natural toboggan runs in Thiersee:
Kala Alm natural toboggan run

Refreshments available in the Kala Alm

Length: 3.5 km, floodlights, rentals available at the Kala Alm

The nicest toboggan runs don’t always take place during the day underneath a clear blue sky. Night-time is also a great time to enjoy the flood-lit toboggan run and have fun in the huts on the Kala Alm (open from Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 am - midnight; Sundays until 7 pm; closed Mondays - except for holidays). Well-fed after an excellent meal and warmed up you can start your ride down the mountain.

Details concerning the toboggan run:

Starting point: Schneeberg Inn at 1020 m; last stop is the Kala Alm at 1430 m
Change in altitude: 424 m
Distance: 3.5 km; Walking time (ascending) of around 1-1.5 hours
Lighting: 2/3 of the run, car park at the Schneeberg Inn (fee required)

Features: great, curvy run that is always well groomed. The consistent incline and racy curves make for a perfect ride. A traffic light ensures that there will be no oncoming traffic!

Route: from the parking lot by the Schneeberg Inn, walk straight ahead through a small residential area and up past a tow lift. Then continue through the forest up to the Kala Alm.

Toboggan rentals: right by the Kala Alm; high-quality toboggans with brakes for beginners; Fees: single - €3, double - €5

Contact & information concerning the run: : Kala-Alm, Fam. Mairhofer, Schneeberg 50a, 6335 Thiersee Tel.: +43-(0)664-3944284 oder +43-(0)664-2055358

Wieshof natural toboggan run

Refreshments available at the Jausenstation Wieshof
Starting point: at the Wieshof snack station
Details: floodlit; toboggan rentals in the hotel (free) or at the snack station (€2); Hinterthiersee at 862 m
Difficulty: easy (only steep at the bottom); a very nice run with lots of turns
Route: ascent and toboggan run are separate. Behind the Sport Cafe Thaler you will find a signposted path leading to the Wieshof snack station. The run starts right below the snack station.
Contact & information concerning the run: Jausenstation Wieshof, Hinterthiersee 128, 6335 Thiersee Tel.: +43-(0)5376-5520, Fax: +43-(0)5376-5520

Mariandlalm natural toboggan run

Refreshments available at the Mariandlalm

Length: 3 km, not floodlit, no toboggan rentals

Details on the toboggan run: Starting point: drive towards Landl / Bayrischzell until shortly before the old border station, Trockenbachalm/Mariandlalm 1220 m; opening hours: daily from December 26th (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday closed!); metres of altitude: 370 m; length of the toboggan run & road: 3 km; walking time: about 1 hour 15 minutes; character: family toboggan run with medium decline

Route: direction Bayrischzell (signpost Trockenbachalm). The run begins on a medium incline that stays constant for the next 1.2 km. After the first serpentine the incline starts to become a little more comfortable. After a second serpentine slope you will only need a few more minutes until you have reached the snack station.

Contact & information concerning the run: Trockenbachalm/Mariandlalm, Familie Pirchmoser, Schmiedtal 10, 6335 Thiersee Tel.: +43-(0) 664 / 350 44 17, www.mariandlalm.at

Ackernalm natural toboggan run

Opportunity for refreshments: not available

Length: 5.5 km, not floodlit, no toboggan rental

Details on the toboggan run: Starting point: towards Landl / Bayrischzell, shortly after the Wachtbrücke the road forks, take left turn to the toll road, toll station 765 m; end station: mountain restaurant Ackernalm 1,330 m (not open in winter); decline: 565 metres of altitude; length of the run & the road: 5.5 km; walking time (up): 1 h 40 min; character: family toboggan run with medium decline

Route: Many guests know the Ackernalm from summer (the highest cheese dairy of Tyrol can be reached on a toll road). In good snow conditions, however, this trail is perfect for a dreamlike toboggan run. In winter, you can walk through the snow-covered forest on the road to the Ackernalm. A picture-book landscape and snow-covered alpine huts await you at your destination at 1,330 m above sea level. 

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100 km of cross-country ski trails around Bayrischzell

In neighbouring Bayrischzell, you’ll find an extensive network of cross-country trails comprising around 100 km of groomed tracks – 50 km for classic-style skiing and 50 km for skating. The trails lead through the Ursprung Valley and other beautiful valleys in the Bavarian Pre-Alps, offering a variety of options for leisurely loops and more challenging tours.

A particularly nearby access point is located at the Ursprung/Mariandlalm car park on the Tyrolean side. It takes about eight minutes to reach this by car from Juffing. Further access points can be found in Geitau, at Stocker and at the Sportalm in Bayrischzell, amongst other places.

A day ticket for the cross-country trails currently costs €7, including parking, and is available from the ticket machines at the trail access points as well as via the Parkster app. Concessionary tickets cost €6. Please check the latest trail conditions before setting off on your tour.

Best training & equipment

Cross-country skiing maps and further information concerning the prepared trails are available at the front desk. All information concerning the cross-country skiing school and equipment rentals can be found here:

Note: Juffing guests will get a 10% discount on the rental prices.

Route 36

On the “Bayrischzell Route 36” track, you can cross-country ski using either the classical or the skating technique for 36 km straight. Along the route you will pass five red boxes with different punch holes. This way you can punch your flyer (available at the Sportalm or the tourist info) on the intended markings and keep track of your progress. When you return the flyer to the Sportalm or the tourist info at the end of the day, you will receive three stickers with the “Bayrischzell Route 36” logo (two for your skis and one for your car) as recognition of your accomplishment.

Shuttle service for cross-country skiing in Thiersee

Use the free shuttle service for cross-country skiing in Thiersee – destination is the Trockenbachalm parking area.

Schedule:
Departure 10:04 am Juffing Hotel & Spa
Return 2:00 pm
Availability: daily, depending on snow conditions.

The shuttle is free of charge – however, advance registration is required.

Ice skating on Lake Thiersee. A taste of winter from days gone by.

Ice skates on ice

Skates gliding across natural ice, cold noses and the crunch of ice skates – do you remember? Ice skating on Lake Thiersee has a long tradition. When the temperatures are right and the ice rink is open, the tranquil lake becomes a meeting place for locals and visitors alike.

Funarena Hallo Du - Ebbs

Can be reached within 20 minutes
Indoor ice skating rink including ice skate rentals.

Contact: Gießenweg 20, 6341 Ebbs Phone +43 (0) 5373 / 43282; E-Mail:  office@hallodu.at; Link:  www.hallodu.at/eislaufplatz/

Description: Ice skating on an indoor rink is a fun way for anyone to enjoy sports in the winter. Since the rink is completely covered by a roof, it can be skated on in any weather. You will have a great time on the 30x60 m area, from which you also have a lovely view of the surrounding mountains.

Kufstein Arena ice skating rink

Can be reached within 15 minutes
Indoor ice skating rink and Canadian outside rink (October - March), with ice skate rentals.

Contact (Eismeister): Fischergries 30, 6330 Kufstein Phone: +43 (0) 5372 / 602-611; E-Mail: info@arena.kufstein.at ; Link:  www.arena.kufstein.at

Descripton: The ice sports facilities consist of an indoor rink and a Canadian-style outdoor rink. Both rinks are connected to one another and special lighting makes for a great atmosphere.

Tirol on Ice ice rink at Vorderthiersee

Since December 2025, the ice skating rink at the festival grounds by the lake in Vorderthiersee has been open. Whether you prefer a relaxed glide or lively skating – fun is guaranteed for young and old alike. In addition, an organic sausage stand offers warm, regional treats and refreshments in between. In case of bad weather, the ice rink remains closed. Ice skates can be rented on site.

For further information, please contact the hotline at +43 681 205 347 43.

Enjoy a laid-back winter holiday in Tyrol with cross-country skiing, tobogganing and ice skating. After a day full of adventures the relaxation paradise at the Juffing Hotel & Spa will await you to regenerate after an active day in the fresh air. 

We will be delighted if you enjoy your winter holidays also off piste!