Summer Programme 2014Experience the Nature

Reach for the Alps

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Zillertal Alps Nature Park Dear Nature Park Enthusiast,

Our Nature Park is a high alpine conservation area in the truest sense of the words. It extends from the traditional mountaineering village of Ginzling to the Hochfeiler Peak at 3,509 m. Five different sub-valleys, narrow gorges, glaciated summits, innate and cultivated landscapes as well as an extraordinary biodiversity are its’ defining characteristics.

We invite you to discover the Nature Park together with our guides and find out more about the region. There is something to suit everyone – with hikes to the Berlin Hut, herbal walks and an ascent to Mount Ahorn’s peak with Peter Habeler.

We highly recommend a visit to the Nature Park House, as well as staying with one of our partner companies who work in close collaboration with the Nature Park. Guests of our part-ner companies can participate in all our Nature Park hikes and visit the exhibition at the Nature Park House for free.

The Nature Park is waiting to be discovered by you!

The Nature Park Team, Manager Willi Seifert, Katharina Weiskopf, Karin Bauer

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Facts & Highlights Size: 379 km²

Protected natural area since 1991

Altitude profile ranging from 1,000 m at Ginzling to 3,509 m at Hochfeiler

An unparalleled experience of natural landscapes with 80 glaciers, rich biodiversity at all alpine altitudes, ibex, chamois, marmots and unique crystal deposits. Unspoiled cultural landscapes on alpine pastures and meadows

Nature has priority - permanent developments with public roads or lift systems are prohibited with no exception

Nature Park House in the mountaineering village of Ginzling

Alpine and Nature Park library with a selection of books and maps in the Nature Park House

Three fascinating permanent exhibitions Glacier.Worlds at the Nature Park House in Ginzling Cultural.Landscape.Worlds at Mitterstall in Brandberg Ibex.Worlds in Zillergrund

Special exhibition „Hidden Treasures“ in Tux-Madseit

Over 200 guided walks with our Nature Park Guides covering a variety of Nature Park themes

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Over 100 Nature Park Partners working together to achieve sustainable accommodation in the Nature Park region

Eight mountain refuge huts from the German Alpine Association

Numerous tours to the peaks, alone or with Zillertal mountain guides

Walk through the Nature Park from hut to hut along the Berliner Höhenweg Trail with the Trekking Package

Six themed trails Glacier Trail Berliner Hut Nature Trail Glocke Finkenberg Field Name Trail Zillergrund Mountain Pasture Trail Brandberg Cultural Landscape Trail Brandberg

Internationally renowned climbing & bouldering areas

Nature Park via Ferrate, the Nasenwand, in the mountaineering village of Ginzling

Nature Park, Alpine and Community Library in the Nature Park House with books and maps on the region

More Information on the Nature Park and themed guided walks is available from the Nature Park House in Ginzling or from the Mayrhofen-Hippach and Tux-Finkenberg Tourist Boards, see page 59 for further information.

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We are your Nature Park guides and would like to introduce ourselves:

Franz Haun

„I am the Nature Park Herbalist and am always delighted to be able to pass my knowledge on wild herbs and their use to Nature Park visitors“

Walter Ludl „The beautiful wild flowers never fail to impress me as well as the stunning views over 3,000 m peaks, and exactly that is what I endeavour to show people“

Erika Sporer

“As a Nature Park guide, I have the opportunity to show people the many secrets and small wonders of nature and how to transform these into strength and energy for everyday life.”

Herbert Grasl „I made my hobby into my career and am delighted to discover the Nature Park with you as your guide“

Maria Fankhauser „It brings me great joy every single time I am able to show people the Nature Park in all its stunning beauty“

Hans Knauer „As a keen mountaineer i would like to bring closer the inestimable variety of the high nature park Zillertal Alps to many other people“

Alfred Stock „I love people, animals and nature which is why I am in my element at the Nature Park“

Andrea Sporer

Hermann Muigg „As dawn breaks – mystical moments – my style of photography; an intimate glimpse of nature; one we so often trample with our feet!“

Irene Fankhauser „It gives me great joy to experience and discover the beauty and diversity of our natural environment with other interested parties – especially children“

„I always try to introduce people to the incredible diversity of the Nature Park“

Katharina Weiskopf “It is a pleasure to share the joy that nature gives me with other people”

Ilja Bos „For me every guided tour is an adventure. Come with me and experience it on your own!“

Antonia Muigg „It´s an affair of my heart, to share the beauty and the particularities of the nature park with other people as well as to preserve it for future generations“

Herbert Franz

Willi Walter

Erika

Irene Alfred Andrea

Ilja Katharina

Antonia

We are your Nature Park guides

and would like to introduce you

to the very special characteris-

tics of the Nature Park Zillertal

Alps

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Events 2014 Lecture: „Glacier & Man – The past, present & future of a frosty relationship“ - 31.07. Man’s relationship with glaciers is diverse and has changed constantly over the course of time. This deve-lopment spans from the erstwhile fear of glaciers to the current and future concern for glaciers, which are threatened both by climate change and economic interests. This presentation focuses on all these issues in the form of a “journey through time”, that sheds light on the social and scientific aspects of alpine glaciers in a spatial and temporal perspective. Lecture by Prof. Dr. Gerhard Karl Lieb: Thursday, 31st July, 19:30 hrs, Ginzling Mehrzweckgebäude, free admission.

Excursion: „Glacier change over space and time – demonstrated by Zemmgrund“ - 01.08. The excursion leads into glacier dominated Zemmgrund, which owes not only its scenic beauty, but also its mountaineering and scientific tradition to glacial history. The changes in the glacier are explained along the „Glacier Trail Berliner Hut“ and shown in a broad scientific and cultural-historical context. Here, Prof. Lieb demonstrates his years of knowledge and great experience of many alpine glaciers.Friday, 1st August, meeting point 08:45 hrs at Breitlahner Guest House, free participation.

Naturparkfest und Naturparkwandertag - Samstag 16. 08. Nature Park Festival for visitors of all ages in Ginzling, accompanied by a communal hike from the Nature Park House into Floi-tengrund, with info stations on natural history and food stalls. Along the walk there are stations manned by our Nature Park gui-des, as well as a Nature park crafts in Ginzling at the Nature Park Festival. We are going to build a giant wild bee hotel together.

Scary night at the Nature park House - Saturday 10.10. Caves, bats and creepy stories by Alfred Kröll! After which you can look forward to a night full of cave adven-ture in the Nature Park House with Katharina. Suitable for children aged 9-12 years, with a night hike, games and breakfast together. Please bring sleepwear, sleeping bag, torch and a self drawn picture of a cave! Begins at 17:00 hrs. Advance registration required

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All events at a glanceDay Date Tour Name Tour Nr. Page

Tue 13 May In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24

Wed 14 May The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Thu 15 May Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach 3 26

Tue 20 May In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24

Wed 21 May Natural monument Schrauben Waterfall 9 32

Thu 22 May Treasures of the valley floor 7 30

Tue 27 May In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Wed 28 May The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Thu 29 May Herb Walk in Scheuling Forest 2 25Tue 03 June In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Wed 04 June Natural monument Schrauben Waterfall 9 32Thu 05 June Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach 3 26Fri 06 June Treasures of the valley floor 7 30Tue 10 June In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Wed 11 June The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Thu 12 June Herb Walk in Scheuling Forest 2 25Fri 13 June The mountain Refuge huts: Maxhütte 19 43So 15 June Roaming Ranger Days: Brandberg - Kolmhaus 52

Mon 16 June In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 16 June Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Tue 17 June Treasures of the valley floor 7 30

Tue 17 June Roaming Ranger Days: Ginzling - Maxhütte (Gunggl) 52

Wed 18 June The Sunny Side of Brandberg 4 27Thu 19 June Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach 3 26Fri 20 June The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28

Day Date Tour Name Tour Nr. PageSat 21 June Roaming Ranger Days: Lanersbach - Grieralm 52Mon 23 June In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 23 June Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Tue 24 June The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 24 June Roaming Ranger Days: Breitlahner - Berliner Hütte (Zemmgrund) 52Tue 24 June In the footsteps of hunters and gatherers 11 34Wed 25 June Watching Wildlife 14 37Thu 26 June Herb Walk in Scheuling Forest 2 25Thu 26 June Panoramatour in the Zillergrund 16 40Mon 30 June In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 30 June Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 30 June Bergmähder & Kolmhaus 20 44Tue 01 July The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 01 July In the footsteps of hunters and gatherers 11 34Tue 01 July Roaming Ranger Days: GH In der Au - Kainzenhüttenalm (Zillergrund/Sunder) 52Wed 02 July The Mountaineering Village of Ginzling 12 35Wed 02 July Watching Wildlife 14 37Thu 03 July Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach 3 26Thu 03 July Neumarkter Circuit 15 39Thu 03 July Sunrise over the Tux Valley 13 36Thu 03 July Volunteer Project: Himalayan balsam 26 51Fri 04 July Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 04 July The mountain Refuge huts: Plauener Hütte 19 43Sa 05 July Roaming Ranger Days: Schlegeis - Olpererhütte - Friesenberghaus 52

Sun 06 July In Harmony with nature 6 29Sun 06 July Nature Photography - Vallruckalm (Tux) 18 42Mon 07 July In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 07 July Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 07 July Zillergrund & the Steinbock (alpine ibex) Worlds 10 33

Day Date Tour Name Tour Nr. PageTue 08 July The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 08 July Roaming Ranger Days: Grüblspitze - Steinkasern (Tuxer Tal / Junsberg) 52Tue 08 July Berliner Hut, Geology & Glaciers 22 47Wed 09 July Llama trek for children 20Wed 09 July The Sunny Side of Brandberg 4 27Wed 09 July Sunrise over the Tux Valley 13 36Wed 09 July Volunteer Project: Himalayan balsam 26 51Thu 10 July Herb Walk in Scheuling Forest 2 25Thu 10 July Nature Photography - Habitat Stillupgrund 18 42Thu 10 July Panoramatour in the Zillergrund 16 40Thu 10 July Roaming Ranger Days: Finkenberg - Gamshütte 52Fri 11 July Forest Pixie day 21Fri 11 July Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 11 July The mountain Refuge huts: Gamshütte 19 43

Sun 13 July Border Crossing at Tuxer Joch 17 41Mon 14 July In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 14 July Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 14 July Bergmähder & Kolmhaus 20 44Tue 15 July The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 15 July In the footsteps of hunters and gatherers 11 34Tue 15 July Up to the Elsalm 23 48Tue 15 July Volunteer Project: Experience the daily life of mountain farmers! 25 50Wed 16 July Volunteer Project: Experience the daily life of mountain farmers! 25 50Wed 16 July Llama trek for children 20Wed 16 July Watching Wildlife 14 37Wed 16 July The Mountaineering Village of Ginzling 12 35Thu 17 July Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach 3 26Thu 17 July Neumarkter Circuit 15 39

Day Date Tour Name Tour Nr. PageFri 18 July Children’s expedition to the „Glocke“ 22

Fri 18 July Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 18 July The mountain Refuge huts: Greizer Hütte 19 43

Mon 21 July In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 21 July Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 21 July Zillergrund & the Steinbock (alpine ibex) Worlds 10 33Tue 22 July The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 22 July Nature Photography - Wasserfotografie "Schraubenfälle" 18 42Tue 22 July Berliner Hut, Geology & Glaciers 22 47Tue 22 July Roaming Ranger Days: Schlegeis - Pfitscher-Joch-Haus 52Wed 23 July Llama trek for children 20

Wed 23 July The Sunny Side of Brandberg 4 27Wed 23 July Sunrise over the Tux Valley 13 36Thu 24 July Herb Walk in Scheuling Forest 2 25Thu 24 July Panoramatour in the Zillergrund 16 40

Fri 25 July Forest Pixie day 21

Fri 25 July Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 25 July The mountain Refuge huts: Kasseler Hütte 19 43Sat 26 July Nature Photography - photographing wildlife "Kaserer Scharte" 18 42Sat 26 July Roaming Ranger Days: Schlegeis - Furtschaglhaus 52Sun 27 July In Harmony with nature 6 29Mon 28 July In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 28 July Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 28 July Bergmähder & Kolmhaus 20 44Tue 29 July The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 29 July In the footsteps of hunters and gatherers 11 34Tue 29 July Up to the Elsalm 23 48Tue 29 July Roaming Ranger Days: Speicher Zillergründl - Plauener Hütte 52

Day Date Tour Name Tour Nr. PageWed 30 July Llama trek for children 20

Wed 30 July The Mountaineering Village of Ginzling 12 35Wed 30 July Watching Wildlife 14 37Wed 30 July Alpine Hike with Peter Habeler 24 49

Thu 31 July Alpine Pastures Experience Zillergrund 23

Thu 31 July Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach 3 26Thu 31 July Neumarkter Circuit 15 39Thu 31 July Glaciers & Humans - A Lecture of Prof. Gerhard Lieb in Ginzling 8Fri 01 Aug Glaciers & Humans - An Excursion with Prof. Gerhard Lieb (Zemmgrund) 8Sat 02 Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Steinbockhütte - Greizer Hütte (Floitental) 52Sun 03 Aug Border Crossing at Tuxer Joch 17 41Mon 04 Aug In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 04 Aug Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 04 Aug Bergmähder & Kolmhaus 20 44Tue 05 Aug The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28

Tue 05 Aug Nature Photography - black and white photography in Brandberg 18 42

Tue 05 Aug Berliner Hut, Geology & Glaciers 22 47Tue 05 Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Grüne-Wand-Hütte - Kasseler Hütte (Stillupptal) 52

Wed 06 Aug Llama trek for children 20

Wed 06 Aug The Sunny Side of Brandberg 4 27Wed 06 Aug Sunrise over the Tux Valley 13 36

Thu 07 Aug Alpine Pastures Experience Zillergrund 23Thu 07 Aug Herb Walk in Scheuling Forest 2 25Thu 07 Aug Panoramatour in the Zillergrund 16 40Thu 07 Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Elsegg - Elsalm - Höllensteinhütte (Finkenberg/Tux) 52

Fri 08 Aug Children’s expedition to the „Glocke“ 22

Fri 08 Aug Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 08 Aug The mountain Refuge huts: Furtschaglhaus 19 43

Day Date Tour Name Tour Nr. PageSun 10 Aug In Harmony with nature 6 29Mon 11 Aug In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 11 Aug Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 11 Aug Zillergrund & the Steinbock (alpine ibex) Worlds 10 33Tue 12 Aug The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 12 Aug In the footsteps of hunters and gatherers 11 34Tue 12 Aug Up to the Elsalm 23 48Tue 12 Aug Alpine Hike with Peter Habeler 24 49Tue 12 Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Grüblspitze - Steinkasern (Tuxer Tal / Junsberg) 52Wed 13 Aug Llama trek for children 20Wed 13 Aug The Mountaineering Village of Ginzling 12 35Wed 13 Aug Watching Wildlife 14 37Thu 14 Aug Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach 3 26Thu 14 Aug Neumarkter Circuit 15 39Thu 14 Aug Nature Photography - landscape photography around the Pfitscherjoch 18 42

Thu 14 Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Weitental - Tuxer-Joch-Haus (Tuxer Tal / Hintertux) 52

Fri 15 Aug Forest Pixie day 21Fri 15 Aug Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 15 Aug The mountain Refuge huts: Friesenberghaus 19 43Sat 16 Aug Nature Park Festival & Nature Park Hike in Ginzling 8Mon 18 Aug In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 18 Aug Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 18 Aug Bergmähder & Kolmhaus 20 44Tue 19 Aug The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 19 Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Finkenberg - Gamshütte 52Tue 19 Aug Berliner Hut, Geology & Glaciers 22 47

Wed 20 Aug Llama trek for children 20Wed 20 Aug The Sunny Side of Brandberg 4 27Wed 20 Aug Sunrise over the Tux Valley 13 36

Day Date Tour Name Tour Nr. PageThu 21. Aug Alpine Pastures Experience Zillergrund 23Thu 21. Aug Herb Walk in Scheuling Forest 2 25Thu 21. Aug Panoramatour in the Zillergrund 16 40Fri 22. Aug Children’s expedition to the „Glocke“ 22Fri 22. Aug Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 22. Aug Alpine Hike with Peter Habeler 24 49Sat 23. Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Schlegeis - Olpererhütte - Friesenberghaus 52Sun 24. Aug In Harmony with nature 6 29Mon 25. Aug In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 25. Aug Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 25. Aug Zillergrund & the Steinbock (alpine ibex) Worlds 10 33Tue 26. Aug The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 26. Aug In the footsteps of hunters and gatherers 11 34Tue 26. Aug Up to the Elsalm 23 48Tue 26. Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Schlegeis - Pfitscher-Joch-Haus 52Wed 27. Aug Llama trek for children 20

Wed 27. Aug The Mountaineering Village of Ginzling 12 35Wed 27. Aug Watching Wildlife 14 37Thu 28. Aug Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach 3 26Thu 28. Aug Nature Photography - creative photography in the „Glocke“ (Finkenberg) 18 42Thu 28. Aug Neumarkter Circuit 15 39Thu 28. Aug Roaming Ranger Days: Brandberg - Kolmhaus 52Fri 29. Aug Forest Pixie day 21Fri 29. Aug Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 29. Aug The mountain Refuge huts: Kasseler Hütte 19 43

Sun 31. Aug Sunrise over the Tux Valley 13 36

Mon 01. Sep In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Mon 01. Sep Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill 8 31Mon 01. Sep The Mountaineering Village of Ginzling 12 35Mon 01. Sep Zillergrund & the Steinbock (alpine ibex) Worlds 10 33

Day Date Tour Name Tour Nr. PageTue 02 Sep The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Tue 02 Sep In Harmony with nature 6 29Wed 03 Sep Natural monument Schrauben Waterfall 9 32Wed 03 Sep The mountain Refuge huts: Friesenberghaus 19 43Thu 04 Sep Herb Walk in Scheuling Forest 2 25Thu 04 Sep Nature Photography - New perspectives in the Zillergrund 18 42Thu 04 Sep The mountain Refuge huts: Berliner Hütte 19 43Fri 05 Sep Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Fri 05 Sep Up to the Elsalm 23 48Tue 09 Sep In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Tue 09 Sep Roaming Ranger Days: Breitlahner - Berliner Hütte (Zemmgrund) 52Wed 10 Sep The Sunny Side of Brandberg 4 27Thu 11 Sep Treasures of the valley floor 7 30Fri 12 Sep Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45

Sun 14 Sep Roaming Ranger Days: Steinbockhütte - Greizer Hütte (Floitental) 52Tue 16 Sep In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24

Wed 17 Sep The „Glocke“ Nature Trail 5 28Fri 19 Sep Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45

Sun 21 Sep Nature Photography - autumn mood at the Schlegeis 18 42Tue 23 Sep In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Wed 24 Sep Natural monument Schrauben Waterfall 9 32Thu 25 Sep The Sunny Side of Brandberg 4 27Fri 26 Sep Following the trail of the Swiss pine 21 45Tue 30 Sep In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Wed 01 Oct Treasures of the valley floor 7 30Thu 02 Oct The Mountaineering Village of Ginzling 12 35

Tue 07 Oct In and Around Mayrhofen 1 24Wed 08 Oct Natural monument Schrauben Waterfall 9 32Thu 09 Oct The Sunny Side of Brandberg 4 27

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Registration and Equipment

Registration • via www.naturpark-zillertal.at by latest 20.00 hrs on the day before your proposed tour• via your accommodation provider by latest 20.00 hrs on the day before your proposed tour• direct with the Nature Park/Tourist Board offices by latest 17.00 hrs on the day before your tour

Costs • Free of charge for guests staying at our partner businesses! Please show your Na-

ture Park guest card to your Guide before the tour. The card is issued by your accommodation• Or else, please check the individual tour descriptions• Children up to the age of 5 years are free of charge, children between the age 6-14 years only pay half• Costs incurred for buses, trains, possible use of cable cars or taxis is not included.

Equipment Appropriate hiking clothing with sturdy shoes, rain and sun protection as well as a water bottle are essential on all tours!

Meeting Points • See the map on page 3 and tour descriptions• All meeting points are easily accessible using public transport

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= Take your own food and drink

The organizers reserve the right to make last minute programme changes and/or postponements in the event of adverse weather conditions or any other reason. Participation is at your own risk - the Zillertal Alps Nature Park administration team accept no liability of any kind!

Level of difficulty

= easy hike (ca. 100-300 metres in altitude difference=Hm; ca. 2-4 h hour walk duration=WD)

= moderate hike (ca. 200-700 Hm; ca. 3-4,5 hours WD)

= challenging hike (ca. 500-1.200 Hm; ca. 3,5-6,5 hours WD)

= mountain tour with summit ascent

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Children’s Programme

Llama trek for children Have you ever led a llama? Alfred Stock

You will meet llamas Sam, Sanchez, Amadeus and Ferdl at the Krapfenhof and, with a little practise, learn how to handle them. Later on we will go for a leisurely walk where you will be given the opportunity to lead a llama on a leash. We will take a break along the way, when you can watch the llamas feeding. The laid back manner of our five South American companions is sure to infect everyone’s spirits on this memorable day out.

Meeting point: 10.00 hrs – Finkenberg InnerbergDates: 09.07./ 16.07./ 23.07./ 30.07./ 06.08./ 13.08./ 20.08./ 27.08.Duration: circa 4-5 hours; 2 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: an easy and pleasant walk with circa 230 m in altitude differenceCost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.40 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 15.02/ 15.32 hrs 9.59 hrs arr. Finkenberg Innerberg dep. 14.46/ 15.16 hrsRefreshments: None – please bring a snack and drink!Maximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required - also for parents!

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Meeting point: 10.00 hrs – Finkenberg, car park opposite the churchDates: 11.07./ 25.07./ 15.08. / 29.08.Duration: circa 3-4 hrs; 45 min of which spent walkingCharacteristics: easy walk with circa 140 m in altitude differenceCost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.40 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 13.12/ 14.02 9.52 hrs arr. Finkenberg Dorf (Village) dep. 13.03/ 13.53 Refreshments: None – please bring a snack and drink!Maximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required - also for parents!

Children’s Programme

Forest Pixie day An invitation to all budding natural scientists and their parents! Irene Fankhauser

Children’s programme in the “Glocke” protected area. Together we can discover the Glocke, an island full of botanical features with a fas-cinating ravine forest. While we pretend to be forest pixies, we learn about the forest from the forest and investigate the Glocke using our imagination and creativity. The focus is on children and their natural inquisitiveness during this family hike.Particularly suitable for children aged 3 – 9 years.

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Children’s Programme

Children’s expedition to the „Glocke“ An invitation to all budding natural scientists Irene Fankhauser | Andrea Sporer

Children’s programme in the “Glocke” protected area. We want to find out more about the Glocke protected area; an island full of botanical rarities and special features! With our research equipment we embark on a detective-style search of the Glocke. In a playful manner and using all our senses, we discover how plants live with us in the mountains.

Particularly suitable for children aged 7 – 12 years, even without parents.

Meeting point: 10.00 hrs – Finkenberg, car park opposite the churchDates: 18.07./ 08.08./ 22.08.Duration: circa 4 hrs; 45 min of which spent walkingCharacteristics: easy walk with circa 140 m in altitude differenceCost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.40 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 15.02/15.32 hrs 9.52 hrs arr. Finkenberg Dorf (Village) dep. 14.53/15.23 hrsRefreshments: None – please bring a snack and drink!Maximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required - also for parents!

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Meeting point: 09.30 hrs – Gasthof in der Au im ZillergrundDates: 31.07./ 07.08./ 21.08Duration: circa 4-5 hrs; circa 2 hrs of which spent walkingCharacteristics: easy walk with circa 150 m in altitude differenceUnkostenbeitrag: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 8.50 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 14.55 hrs 9.26 hrs arr. GH In der Au / Bärenbadalm dep. 14.05 hrsRefreshments: BärenbadalmMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required - also for parents!

Children’s Programme

Alpine Pastures Experience Zillergrund Take your time and savour with all your senses Antonia Muigg

What animals can be found roaming on mountain pastures? Why must the pastures be cleared of stones? What do alpine roses and wild thyme smell like? How does “Melchermuas” taste – a typical Tyrolean alpine snack? We walk together from Gasthof In der Au to the Sulzbodenalm alpine farm, whe-re the farmers will welcome us and tell us fascinating stories about alpine life. We are also allowed to take a peek inside their alpine dwelling. We can discover the world of alpine animals in an entertaining way today, smell the alpine roses, gentian and co., and lend a hand on the alpine farm.

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In and around Mayrhofen In the Scheuling Forest protected area Maria Fankhauser | Walter Ludl| Ilja Bos

After receiving information on the Zillertal Alps Nature Park, we walk through the Scheuling Forest, home to a particularly rich world of flora and fauna. This walk takes us through the village with its‘ assortment of historical buil-dings and into the protected area of the Scheuling Forest. We will then walk over the Zillersteg Bridge to Kumbichl, from where we have excellent views of the Ziller Gorge and Tuxer Gorge. Afterwards we will reach the sub-district of Dorf-Haus, which is particularly pretty with its old farmhouses. Then we will walk along the historic natural boundary, the Ziller River, to the railway station and back to the Europahaus. The knowledgeable Nature Park guides Maria, Franz and Ilja will tell you all about the cultural and natural features of the region.

Meeting point: 13.00 hrs – Europahaus MayrhofenDates: 13.05 - 10.06 and 09.09 - 07.10 on tuesdays, 16.06 - 25.08 on mondaysDuration: circa 3 hours; 2 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: easy walk in and around the village with circa 150 m in altitude differenceCost: € 4 (free for guests of our partner businesses and from the tourist region Mayrhofen Hippach with their guest card)Arriving by bus: 12.06 hrs dep. Lanersbach Tux Center arr. 17.09/17.39 hrs 12.32 hrs arr. Mayrhofen station dep. 16.40/17.10 hrsRefreshments: several guest houses in MayrhofenMaximum number of participants: 20! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Meeting point: 13.00 hrs – Europahaus MayrhofenDates: 13.05 - 10.06 and 09.09 - 07.10 on tuesdays, 16.06 - 25.08 on mondaysDuration: circa 3 hours; 2 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: easy walk in and around the village with circa 150 m in altitude differenceCost: € 4 (free for guests of our partner businesses and from the tourist region Mayrhofen Hippach with their guest card)Arriving by bus: 12.06 hrs dep. Lanersbach Tux Center arr. 17.09/17.39 hrs 12.32 hrs arr. Mayrhofen station dep. 16.40/17.10 hrsRefreshments: several guest houses in MayrhofenMaximum number of participants: 20! Advance registration is required for this walk!

Herb Walk in the Scheuling Forest Out and about with the „Herb Witch“ Erika Sporer

An informative and entertaining walk through the protected area of the Scheuling Forest, Mayrhofen’s local recreation area, where we will gather wild herbs that can be of good service to humans, whether in the kitchen, in cosmetic application or for medicinal purposes. Join herbalist Erika Sporer on this herb walk and discover the treasures the plant world has in store for us and see how these delicious and healthy plants can be used to make herbal teas or soups.

Meeting point: 10.00 hrs – Europahaus MayrhofenDates: 29.05./ 12.06./ 26.06./ 10.07./ 24.07./ 07.08./ 21.08./ 04.09.Duration: circa 4 hours; 1 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: Easy walking in easy terrainCost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.11 hrs dep. Lanersbach Tux Center arr. 15.09 hrs 9.37 hrs arr. Mayrhofen station dep. 14.40 hrsRefreshments: several guest houses in MayrhofenMaximum number of participants: 20! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Culinary Herb Trail in Hippach What exactly is special about yarrow? Erika Sporer

Erika, the “Herb Witch” will lead you on an informative and entertaining walk through the meadows of Hippach and tell you long forgotten facts about local medicinal and culinary herbs. Whether comfrey, as a wound healing and anti-inflammatory agent, or yarrow with its proper-ties for treating digestive and gynaecological conditions, experienced herbalist Erika knows every herb and its medicinal properties.

Meeting point: 10.00 hrs – Hippach StationDates: 15.05./ 05.06./ 19.06./ 03.07./ 17.07./ 31.07./ 14.08./ 28.08.Duration: circa 4 hours; 2 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: Easy walking in easy terrainCost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.51 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 14.06/ 14.36 hrs 9.57 hrs arr. Hippach station dep. 14.00/ 14.30 hrsRefreshments: several guest houses in HippachMaximum number of participants: 20! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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The Sunny Side of Brandberg Alpine biodiversity and cultural landscapes Franz Haun

This walk begins with a tour of the 100 year old renovated Schrofen Mill, where we can watch our flour being milled. We continue through the mountain world of the sun drenched village of Brandberg to the SteinerkogelGuest House and back to the recently renovated Mitterstal Barn, which dates back to the 18th Century and is home to the Nature Park Cultural.Landscape.Worlds exhibition. This unique journey of discovery gives visitors an intense impression of the life and farming conditions of yesteryear in these harsh and unforgiving steep cultural landscapes with their unique biodiversity.

Meeting point: 10.00 hrs – Gasthof Thanner in BrandbergDates: 18.06./ 09.07./ 23.07./ 06.08./ 20.08./ 10.09./ 25.09./ 09.10.Duration: circa 4,5 hours, 2 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: easy walk with short, moderate uphill sections covering ca. 250 m in altitude differenceCost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.40 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 16.06 hrs 9.55 hrs arr. Brandberg /GH Thanner dep. 15.55 hrsRefreshments: Gasthof Thanner and SteinerkogelMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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The „Glocke“ Nature Trail A botanical walk steeped in mysticism and secret Irene Fankhauser | Andrea SporerThe nature trail is located in a protected area called the Glocke, an is-land full of an interesting mix of geological and botanical rarities in the Nature Park member village of Finkenberg. Only three of this type of bo-tanical rarity has remained intact in the Eastern European Alps since the Ice Age – and one of them is here in Finkenberg! Particularly impressive is the 70 metre deep Tux Stream Gorge and the legendary “Teufelsbrü-cke – Devil’s Bridge. Learn some interesting facts about this very special forest, its‘ historical uses, unique plant world and extraordinary geological features. This exciting round walk is full of mystery, unexpected secrets and interesting.

Meeting point: 10.00 hrs – Finkenberg, car park opposite the churchDates: 14./28.05. - 11./20./24.06. - 01./08./15./22./29.07. - 05./12./19./26.08 - 02./17.09Duration: circa 4-5 hours, 1.5 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: easy walk in and around Finkenberg (ca. 120 m in altitude difference)Cost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.40 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 14.32 hrs 9.52 hrs arr. Finkenberg Dorf (Village) dep. 14.23 hrsRefreshments: Hotel Schöne Aussicht, several guest houses in FinkenbergMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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In Harmony with nature Find your inner peace in nature Alfred Stock

Our fast paced lives are increasingly characterised by stress and strain. Little time remains to spend on oneself and one’s own well being. During this easy hike, the Nature Park gives you the opportunity to redress the imbalance caused by our stressful everyday lives. The focus is on being aware of our environment and how we perceive certain situations. Leave everyday life behind for a few hours on this meditative hike and immerse yourself in the serenity of the Nature Park.

Meeting point: 9:30 hrs - bus stop InnerbergDates: 06.07./ 27.07./ 10.08./ 24.08./ 02.09.Duration: ca. 5 hours, 3.5 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: easy walk with an ascent of around 230 metres in altitude differenceCost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.10 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 14.32/ 15.02 hrs 9.29 hrs arr. Gasthof In der Au dep. 14.16/ 14.46 hrsRefreshments: None – please bring your own pack lunch!Maximum number of participants: 20! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Treasures of the valley floor Through beautiful cultural landscapes to the Talbach Waterfall Ilja Bos

From Hippach/Ramsau station, we walk along the banks of the Ziller River for a short distance before turning off along the „Laimacher Wald-weg“ (Laimach Forest Trail). Just above the valley floor we make our way down-valley along the forest edge, while enjoying fabulous views of the well-kept cultural landscapes of the Nature Park Region. The undu-lating trail leads us to the impressive Talbach-Waterfall. After crossing a bridge and following a quaint forest trail, we arrive at the residential area of the market town of Zell am Ziller. The tour ends at Zell railway station, where we can catch the train back to Mayrhofen.

Meeting point: 9.00 hrs - Ramsau stationDates: 22.05./ 06.06./ 17.06./ 11.09./ 01.10.Duration: ca. 4 hoursCharacteristics: easy walk, at the water fall some steep steps (150 metres in altitude difference)Cost: € 5 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 8.51 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 13.36/ 14.06 hrs 8.57 hrs arr. Ramsau station / Zell station dep. 13.25/ 13.55 hrsRefreshments: None – please bring your own pack lunch! several guest houses in ZellMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Meeting point: 10.15 hrs – Tux-Vorderlanersbach bus stop Rastkogel Cable Car (Schrofenbahn) Dates: 16.06./23.06./30.06. - 07.07./14.07./21.07./28.07. - 04.08./11.08./18.08./25.08. - 01.09.Duration: circa 5.5 hours; 4 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: an easy walk on good terrain with approx. 250 m in altitude differenceCost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.40 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 16.02/16.32 hrs 10.06 hrs arr. Rastkogel Cable Car dep. 15.39/16.09 hrsRefreshments: None – please bring your own pack lunch!Maximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

Trekking with Llamas and the Tux Mill Along the Tux Stream Adventure Trail Alfred Stock

Together with our four-legged friends Sam, Sanchez, Amadeus and Ferdl, we will take a leisurely walk along the edge of the rushing torrents of the Tux Stream from Tux-Vorderlanersbach to Madseit, allowing plenty of time to en-joy the wonderful landscapes with all our senses while we adopt the leisurely pace of the llamas. You even have the opportunity to lead one of the animals on a leash. En route, we will delve into history at the Tux Mill. This water-powered mill dating back to 1839 is still in active operation.

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Meeting point: 9.30 hrs – base station of the Hintertux Cable CarDates: 21.05./ 04.06./ 03.09./ 24.09./ 08.10.Duration: circa 3-4 hours; 3 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: short, round walk with one steep section (ca. 260 m in altitude difference)Cost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 8.40 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 14.32/ 15.02 hrs 9.25 hrs arr. Hintertux Cable Car dep. 13.50/ 14.20 hrsRefreshments: several guest houses in HintertuxMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

Natural monument Schrauben Waterfall Walk to the Waterfall in Hintertux Herbert Grasl

The Tux waterfalls thunder and roar down into the valley and an imposing natural spectacle awaits us on this walk. Deep rock basins, natural rock bridges, caves, gorges and the Schrauben Waterfall, a protected natural monument, will simply take your breath away! We will immediately be able to see the Kessel Falls at the start of the walk and then we will head up to the Schrauben Waterfall. Following a narrow forest trail, we will walk through the forest preserve and pass the so-called whales mouth, a rock formation that actually looks like the mouth of a fish. A highpoint of this walk is the Tux Stream Gorge and the stunningly beautiful valley at Waldeben. From there we will walk back down to the base station of the lifts.

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Meeting point: 9.30 hrs – bus stop Au Guest HouseDates: 07.07./ 21.07./ 11.08./ 25.08/ 01.09.Duration: ca. 5.5 hours, 4.5 – 5 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: challenging hike with an ascent of around 550 metres in altitudeCost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 8.50 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 17.55/18.55 hrs 9.26 hrs arr. Au Guest house/ Zillergründl Reserv. dep. 16.50/17.50 hrsRefreshments: Bärenbadalm, AdlerblickMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

Zillergrund & the Steinbock.Worlds (alpine ibex) Hike to the „King of the Mountains“ Walter Ludl

Starting at Gasthof Au, we walk along the River Ziller to Bärenbad. After a rest, we then carry on past the Steinbock.Worlds and on to the Zillergründl Reservoir. The alpine ibex is an animal with a deeply rooted tradition at the Zillertal Alps and, until recently, a very chequered history. Up until the beginning of the 17th century there was a population of several hundred animals in this region. After violent clashes between the official hunters and poachers, the Archbishop of Salzburg ordered that the species should be eradicated in an attempt to prevent further confrontations. Despite attempts to reintroduce ibex to the Zillertal Valley, only limited success has been enjoyed. As sightings of ibex in the wild are rare, you will appreciate the opportunity of seeing them at the Steinbock.Worlds.

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In the footsteps of hunters and gatherers Exciting journey into the history of the Pfitscher Joch Hermann MuiggWe will walk in the area around the Pfitscher Joch, a striking alpine crossing from South Tyrol to the Zillertal Valley and the site of some recent sensational Stone Age finds! During our journey back in time we will walk along the same paths used by Stone Age hunters. Back then, where you found animals, you could find people. They followed the animals, thereby ensuring their own sur-vival. Elevated look-out points, a Stone Age camp and former “workshops” can often be seen right next to the trail – we gain an intense insight into the lives of the mountain folk. The exciting „Bound-less Pfitscher Joch “exhibition at the Lavitzalm -which we will visit - is dedicated to this theme. We can also learn interesting facts on the “eternal ice” and how glaciers have shaped the landscape.

Meeting point: 9.00 hrs – Bergrestaurant SchlegeisDates: 24.06./ 01.07./ 15.07./ 29.07./ 12.08./ 26.08.Duration: ca. 6 hours, 5 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: moderate hike with an ascent of around 600 metres in altitudeCost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 7.55 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 16.47/17.47 hrs 8.52 hrs arr. Schlegeis Reservoire dep. 16.00/17.00 hrsRefreshments: Lavitzalm, Pfitscher-Joch-HausMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Meeting point: 10.00 hrs – Nature Park House GinzlingDates: 02.07./ 16.07./ 30.07./ 13.08./ 27.08./ 01.09./ 02.10.Duration: circa 6 hours; 3.5 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: an easy to moderate walk with an ascent of circa 400 metres in altitudeCost: € 6 includes entrance to the „Gletscher.Welten“ (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 9.10 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 16.47 hrs 9.38 hrs arr. Nature Park House dep. 16.30 hrsRefreshments: Berggasthaus Innerböden, several guest houses in and around GinzlingMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

The Mountaineering Village of Ginzling Up to the „Innerböden“ and cheese tasting at Lengauhof organic farm Franz HaunThis hike takes us past the Fürstenhaus, up to the Paschbergalm and on to the Innerböden mountain guest house, where we will learn about the mountaineering village of Ginzling and its’ history. We will stop here to enjoy the quiet and stunning views of Dornauberg, before we set off back to the valley and the Exhibition „Gletscher.Welten“ in the Natur Park House in the mountaineering village of Ginzling. Finally, we will stop by at Lengauhof organic farm, where we can sample their homemade cheeses. Tip: Cheese can also be purchased during sampling.

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Sunrise over the Tux Valley Torseen Lakes, Ramsjoch and Grüblspitze Antonia MuiggYou will need to get up early for this tour! We will travel by mi-nibus to the Nasse Tuxalm (1,843 m). From there, it‘s a gentle climb to the „Torseen“ (lakes at 2,258 m), where we can watch the sunrise. During this tour we will find out more about alpine farming, fresh herbs and their wonderful aroma and taste, their medicinal properties and wide range of uses – from making schnapps to delicious cuisine. Having taken some wonderful photos, the tour takes us to Ramsjoch and the Grüblspitze Peak. From here the Eggalmbahn lifts provide a comfortable descent back down to the valley.

Meeting point: 4.15 hrs – Tux-Center in VorderlanersbachDates: 03.07./ 09.07./ 23.07./ 06.08./ 20.08./ 31.08Duration: circa 7 hours; 4.5 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: a moderate mountain hike with an ascent of circa 700 metres in altitude Cost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses) and € 12 for the taxi!Arriving by taxi: Boarding: post office Mayrhofen: 03.45 hrs - Finkenberg Almbahn lifts: 04.00 hrsReturn by bus: 11.36/12.06 hrs dep. Lanersbach Tux-Center 12.02/12.32 hrs arr. Mayrhofen stationRefreshments: None – please bring a snack and drink!Maximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Watching Wildlife Out and about with hunters in the Tux Valley Hermann MuiggJunsalm in the Tux Valley, nestled at the foot the Kalkwand Mountain, offers some very rewarding hiking routes. The variety of plants and abundance of wild animals is unique here. A hunter will accompany you along the way to Lake Junssee and, with a bit of luck, will see chamois, marmots and golden eagle on their morning forays. You will find out more about the behaviour and characteris-tics of the wildlife, hunting and the development of human settlements in the Tux Valley. We will have Swarovski Optic binoculars with us and participants can also benefit from lots of photography tips. Tip: Regional cheese specialities can be purchased ati „Steinkasern“.

Meeting point: 06.30 hrs – Tux-Center LanersbachDates: 25.06./ 02.07./ 16.07./ 30.07./ 13.08./ 27.08.Duration: circa 6-7 hours; 4 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: long, challenging walk with an ascent of circa 1,000 metres in altitudeCost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses) and € 14 for the taxi!Arriving by bus: 6.00 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 17.32 hrs 6.22 hrs arr. Lanersbach Tux-Center dep. 17.06 hrsRefreshments: Bergkäserei Steinkasern (at the end of the tour)Maximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Neumarkter Circuit High above the Schlegeis Reservoir Franz Haun

We start the „Neumarkter Circuit” at the Schlegeis Reservoir and hike up from the Zamsgatterl to the Unterschrammachkar, always in the shadow of the mighty Schrammacher and Tux Main Ridge. From there we continue along a relatively new trail (built in 2006), to the Olpererhütte, which was also recently renovated in 2008. During an extended break, we can enjoy stunning views of the highest peaks and glaciers of the Zillertal Alps. Well refreshed, we then make our descent through forests of dwarf and Swiss-stone pine, down to the Schle-geis Reservoir, the starting point of this round tour.

Meeting point: 9.00 hrs – Schlegeis bus stopDates: 03.07./ 17.07./ 31.07./ 14.08./ 28.08.Duration: circa 7 hours; 5.5 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: full-day hike with some steep paths and altitude differences of 600 mCost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 7.55 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 17.47 hrs 8.52 hrs arr. Schlegeis Reservoir dep. 17.00 hrsRefreshments: Dominikushütte, Restaurant Schlegeis, Jausenstation Zamsgatterl, OlpererhütteMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Panoramatour in the Zillergrund Through beautiful alpine landscapes along lonesome, alpine trails Walter Ludl From the end of the bus line at Zillergründl Reservoir, we walk a short dis-tance along the banks of the lake before branching off on the trail to the Plau-ener Hut. While approaching the mountain refuge hut, we can enjoy stunning views of the peaks and glaciers around the Reichenspitz Peak. From there, we walk along the mildly undulating and solitary Hannemannweg Trail towards the end of the valley. We finally reach the magnificent alpine pastures below the Heilig-Geist-Jöchl and carry on, accompanied by wonderful views overlooking the Zillergrund, to the traditional Hohenaualm mountain hut. From here we walk back leisurely to the original starting point of our tour.

Meeting point: 9.50 hrs – bus stop Zillergründl ReservoireDates: 26.06./ 10.07./ 24.07./ 07.08./ 21.08.Duration: ca. 6-7 hours, 4.5 – 5 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: challenging alpine hike with an ascent of 1,100 metres in altitudeCost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 8.50 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 17.55/ 18.55 hrs 9.47 hrs arr. Zillergründl Reservoire dep. 16.50/ 17.50 hrsRefreshments: Plauener Hütte, HohenaualmMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Border Crossing at Tuxer Joch In the footsteps of the old church path Maria FankhauserThis walk takes us from Tux into the Schmirn Valley. Until 1483, the dead were carried over this mountain pass to be buried in the grounds of the church at Mauern. We will walk along this historic path. First we will take the bus from Zillertal, through the Inn- and Wipp Valley to Steinach and the Mauern Church, then on to Kasern in the Schmirn Valley. We will then hike for around 4 hours from Kasern up to the Tuxer Joch and on to the Sommerbergalm. From here you have the opportunity to either make your descent with the cable car, or walk back down to Hintertux via the Waterfall Trail. Return to the pick-up points on the bus route.

Meeting point: 6.30 hrs – dep. from HintertuxDates: 13.07./ 03.08.Duration: circa 6 hours; 4 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: full day hike with an ascent of around 700 m in altitude Cost: € 35 includes bus fare (€ 25 for guests of our partner businesses and locals) excl. cable car descent Sommerbergalm - HintertuxArriving by bus: Pick-up points along the Zillertal Bundesstraße until Innsbruck available, following prior agreement

Return journey: Return journey with the bus from Hintertux to Jenbach stationRefreshments: Tuxer Joch HausNumber of participants: minimum 6, maximum 30! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Nature Photography Out and about with your camera and natural wildlife photographers Hermann Muigg

Nature photography is to see and be inspired. The magnificent lands-capes of the Zillertal Alps Nature Park are our setting. Close-ups of flow-ers, water and stones, long exposures and creative photography can be experimented with nature photographer, Hermann Muigg, who will give you helpful tips on how to improve your results. He makes sure a suitable location is found for every respective date, where participants can attempt to capture both fleeting and transi-tory elements in various colour schemes in ever-changing light and weather conditions!

Meeting point: Meeting points and subjects are published on: www.naturpark-zillertal.atDates: 06.07./ 10.07./ 22.07./ 26.07./ 05.08./ 14.08/ 28.08./ 04.09./ 21.09.Duration: ca. 6-8 hours, 1-4 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: easy to moderate hikes with 100-500 metres in altitude differenceEquipment: Camera and accessories insofar as available (z.B. lenses, filters, tripos, ..)Cost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses) - sometimes taxi costsArriving by bus: will be published on our website: www.naturpark-zillertal.atRefreshments: please do not forget to bring a packed lunch and drinks! Maximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Nature Park Mountain Refuge Huts Discover the landscapes that shaped alpine history Hans Knauer

„In defiance of the storm, refuge for the wanderer“ – this maxim is carved in stone on the gable of the imposing Berliner Hut. Approximately one hundred to one hundred and fifty years ago, the German and Austrian Alpine Associa-tions gradually built shelters in inhospitable alpine locations, in predominantly breathtakingly beautiful spots that are well worth making the effort to visit. Our Nature Park guides will explain how nature changes at increasing altitude levels, right up to the borders with rock and ice, where its inhabitants benefit from the situation or where nature knows its limits.

Meeting point: Meeting points and aims are published on: www.naturpark-zillertal.atDates: 13.06./ 04.07./ 11.07./ 18.07./ 25.07./ 08.08./ 15.08./ 29.08./ 03.09./ 04.09.Duration: circa 5-7 hours; 3-6 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: full-day hike with some steeper parts and (500-800 m in altitude difference)Cost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses) excl. transport!Arriving by bus: we will travel by bus or shared taxis to the starting pointRefreshments: at every hutMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Bergmähder & Kolmhaus Panoramic hike from Brandberg to the Kolmhaus Franz Haun

This walk takes us from Thanner Guest House through the meadows of Brandberg, along the Bergmähderweg with its‘ stunning display of flowers and up to the Kolmhaus. Along the way, we will learn a little about how very arduous it is to cultivate these mountain pastures. During an exten-ded break, we can enjoy stunning views of the Tux and Zillertal Alps after which we will make our descent via a forest trail that leads to the Steinerkogl Guest House and on to Brandberg.

Meeting point: 9.00 hrs – Gasthof Thanner in Brandberg Dates: 30.06./ 14.07./ 28.07./ 04.08./ 18.08.Duration: circa 7.5 hours; 5.5 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: challenging, full day hike with steep ascents and (800 m in altitude difference)Cost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 8.40 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 17.36 hrs 8.55 hrs arr. Gasthof Thanner dep. 17.25 hrsRefreshments: Gasthof Thanner, Kolmhaus, SteinerkogelMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Following the trail of the Swiss pine Forests and pastures in the Tux Valley Herbert Grasl

We set off in Lanersbach from the Tux-Center, a forest road leads us to our first goal, the Höllensteinhütte (1710 m). From there we are on the traces of the Swiss pine, that has given its name to this tour. We continue our walk towards the Grieralm (1787 m) with its lovely little lake, the „Griererlacke“. From there beautiful views of the Tux Alps and the valley can be enjoyed. The walk continues at a relatively constantly level through alpine pastures to the Tulferalm (1700 m). A pleasant trail leads from there back down to the valley. In Madseit we will visit the Mehlerhaus with the Exhibition „Hidden Treasures“ (see p. 56).

Meeting point: 8.45 hrs – Tux-Center LanersbachDates: 04.07/ 11.07/ 18.07/ 25.07/ 08.08/ 15.08/ 22.08/ 29.08./ 05.09/ 12.09/ 19.09/ 26.09Duration: ca. 5-6 hours, 4 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: moderately difficult walk with around 500 metres in altitude difference Cost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 8.10 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 16.02/ 16.32 hrs 8.39 hrs arr. Tux-Center Lanersbach dep. 15.36/ 16.06 hrs Refreshments: Grieralm, HöllensteinhütteMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Berliner Hut: Geology & Glaciers The „ Berliner Hütte“ glacier trail in the Zemmgrund Maria Fankhauser

The Berliner Hut is a popular base for mountain and glacier researchers. Embedded in a magnificent alpine scenery, the Berliner Hut is a symbol for the history of alpinism in the Zillertal valley. The deterioration of alpine glaciers is a visible indication of climate change. We will hike along the the-med trail between Hornkees and Waxeggkees whilst finding out interesting facts on geology, formation of the Alps and its’ glaciers.

Meeting point: 8.30 hrs – Gasthof BreitlahnerDates: 08.07./ 22.07./ 05.08./ 19.08.Duration: ca. 8 hours, 6.5 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: Day long hike in alpine terrain with around 800 metres in altitude differenceCost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 7.55 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 17.47/ 18.47 hrs 8.30 hrs arr. Breitlahner Guest House dep. 17.15/ 18.15 hrsRefreshments: Grawandhütte, Alpenrosenhütte, Berliner Hütte, Waxeggalm, Gasthof BreitlahnerMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Up to the Elsalm “Melchermuas” – dairy man’s pancake and alpine farming Ilja BosWe will walk from the Tux Center along a narrow mountain path towards Tettenjoch and on to Elsalm at 1865 m above sea level. If you listen carefully, you will hear the marmots whistling. These animals have made their lairs in the stone walls of the neighbouring alpine pastures. By keeping the area clear of mountain pine, pastures are able to thrive with an incredible biodiversity. Young people help alpine farmers maintain these “environmental construction sites”. The farmer will tell us all about this project while spoiling us with a serving of “Melchermuas”, a traditional alpine meal which they prepare themselves using butter, flour, milk and a pinch of salt. Our way back leads us up to the Kreuzjoch, and from there with a the descent back to Lanersbach.

Meeting point: 8.40 hrs – Lanersbach Tux CenterDates: 15.07./ 29.07./ 12.08./ 26.08./ 05.09.Duration: ca. 7 hours, 5.5 of which are spent walkingCharacteristics: challenging hike, partly steep mountain pathes (1,200 m in altitude difference)Cost: € 6 (free for guests of our partner businesses)Arriving by bus: 8.10 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 17.32/ 18.02 hrs 8.39 hrs arr. Lanersbach Tux Center dep. 17.06/ 17.36 hrsRefreshments: Take a pack lunch with you Maximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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Alpine Hike with Peter Habeler Join him on his favourite mountain Peter Habeler and Irene Fankhauser | Ilja BosWhich mountain sports enthusiast doesn‘t dream of doing a tour with a world-famous alpinist, and maybe get to hear a story or two about his expeditions? With Peter Habeler, who has already climbed five eight-thousand-metre peaks, you have the chance to do that. The peak of his career was the firstever ascent of Mount Everest without additional oxygen together with Reinhold Messner in 1978. On this hike you can conquer your inner demons and climb your own “Everest”! Our tour takes you from the mountain station of the Ahorn cable car to the Edelhütte. From there, the trail leads over grassy slopes and scree fields up to a saddle where the steep, rocky steep climb be-gins along the western ridge, leading to the summit of Mount Ahorn at 2,976 m above sea level.

Meeting point: 8.00 hrs – base station of the Ahorn LiftsDates: 30.07./ 12.08./ 22.08.Duration: circa 6 hours; 5.5 of which spent walkingCharacteristics: challenging alpine tour with around 1,000 m in altitude differenceCost: € 10 (free for guests of our partner businesses) excl. ascent & descent with the Ahorn LiftsArriving by bus: 7.01 hrs dep. Lanersbach Tux Center arr. 16.09/ 16.39 hrs 7.30 hrs arr. Mayrhofen station dep. 15.42/ 16.12 hrsRefreshments: EdelhütteMaximum number of participants: 20! Advance registration is required for this walk!

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25Meeting point: 8.30 hrs – Nature Park House in GinzlingDates: 15.07. and 16.07.Duration: 7 hours, 6 of which are spent doing volunteer activities – 1 hour for lunchCharacteristics: Clearing of shrubs, stone wall maintenanceEquipment: Weatherproof clothing & sturdy shoes – tools will be providedArriving by bus: 7.55 hrs dep. Mayrhofen station arr. 16.47 hrs 8.18 hrs arr. Nature Park House dep. 16.30 hrsRefreshments: A lunch snack will be provided, please bring food & drink for the rest of the dayMaximum number of participants: 8! Advance registration is required!

Volunteering for Nature: Mountain farming daily life Bio-diverse mountain meadows in GinzlingMaria Fankhauser

The Zillertal Alps Nature Park is committed to protecting the habitat of numerous animal and plant species. With this in mind, we are looking for volunteers who are willing to serve to protect nature in an honorary capacity. Our mission is to en-courage people to volunteer for this good cause and spend one day of their holiday trying to help mountain farmers in their day-to-day lives. Support them together with the Nature Park Rangers in caring for their species-rich, rough pasturelands. These are an important food source for dairy far-ming and the basis for high quality dairy products! The grazing areas are located at 1,000 metres above sea level in Ginzling and it is imperative they are preserved for future generations.

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Volunteering for Nature: Himaylayan Balsam Protect the local plant lifeAndrea Sporer

Himaylayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) stems originally from the In-dian subcontinent. It was brought to Europe in the 19th Century as an or-namental plant and has since quickly proliferated, often uncontrollably. It grows mainly in damp woods and along the banks of streams, displacing the diverse local flora. At selected locations we will remove these foreign plants together with the Nature Park Rangers and restore the habitat for native plant life. We could almost be called the “alien species slayers” in the Nature Park region...

Meeting point: 8.45 hrs – Europahaus MayrhofenDates: 03.07. and 08.07.Duration: 7 hours, 6 of which are spent doing volunteer activities – 1 hour for lunchCharacteristics: Elimination of alien speciesEquipment: Weatherproof clothing & sturdy shoes – tools will be providedArriving by bus: 08.11 hrs dep. Lanersbach Tux Center arr. 17.39 hrs 08.37 hrs arr. Mayrhofen station dep. 17.10 hrsRefreshments: A lunch snack will be provided, please bring food & drink for the rest of the dayMaximum number of participants: 15! Advance registration is required!

Nature Park Rangers: The nature pros are out and about for you! Discover the special characteristics of the region with the Rangers

What do Rangers actually do?The Rangers are out and about in the Nature Park twice a week in summer. Whilst underway, they inform visitors about the nature reserve and its special features: geology, glaciers, animals, plants, alpine farm life and lots more. The Rangers, however, have even more to offer. Nature Park visitors can observe and experience nature right up close at their various stations. Using binoculars and a telescope, the Rangers will help you identify otherwise invisible details both near and far: The World of Ice Giants, wild animals that live in high alpine landscapes, as well as the beauty of the alpine flora. They are, of course, more than happy to share their extensive knowledge and give advice on walks and excursions, how to behave correctly in the wild and much more.

The Rangers are out and about along the Nature Park hiking trails twice weekly from 14th June to 15th September 2014. If you know where they are working you are bound to meet up with them. You can find out where they are on the event overview from page 9, along with lots more information from the Online Ranger Diary under: blog.naturpark-zillertal.atThrilling encounters, animated conversations and great experiences are guaranteed!

Our Ranger TeamThe Nature Park has four Rangers - Andrea, Maria, Alfred and Hermann. They are specially trained and advocates of high quality and competent visitor information.

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When and where are the Rangers underway?

Clean MountainsThe Rangers pay great attention to keeping the trails clean and tidy and remove any debris they may find. However, this shouldn’t be happening in the first place - remember: waste has a long life, so take your rubbish home with you!

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„Steinbock.Worlds“ - Zillergrund Ibex.Worlds in Zillergrund. The alpine ibex is an animal that has a deeply rooted tradition at the Zillertal Alps Nature Park and, until recently, a very chequered history. Up until the beginning of the 17th century the-

re was a population of several hundred animals, which was eradicated in a few years. Despite attempts to reintroduce ibex to the Zillertal Valley, only limited success has been enjoyed. A small popula-tion currently lives wild in the depths of the valleys, although seldom seen by visitors to the Nature Park. You can find out interesting information on the ibex at the Steinbock.Welten in Zillergrund, as well as enjoy the opportunity to see a few live examples up close. Open daily in summer. Free admission!

„Glacier.Worlds“ - Nature Park House Ginzling This is no exhibition in the nor-mal sense of the word: No glass showcases, no boring information boards, but rather interactive, mul-timedia stations with a hands-on approach: see, touch and com-prehend. The public Alpine Lib-rary is also located in the Nature Park House. A small selection of

books and maps as well as Nature Park gifts with our „Zillertaler Gletscherfloh“ logo is availa-ble for sale at the Nature Park Shop. ... Open daily in summer from 8.30 - 12.00 and 13.00 - 17.00 hours!

Exhibition „Hidden Treasures“ at the Mehlerhaus in Tux-Madseit A new exhibition will be opening its doors in 2014 at the listed Mehler-haus in Tux. It is dedicated to the treasures found inside mountains and caves: the geology, the crys-tals and exciting cave finds will be

on display and a thousand year old piece of wood tells the history of its discovery... July - September: Monday & Friday open from 13.00-18.00 hrs, free admission!

Cultur.Landscape.Worlds - Mitterstall Brandberg Cultural.Landscape.Worlds - one of the mountain farming cultural monuments in the Nature Park Region is the Mitterstall (Mitter Barn). After renovation work was completed on this listed building in 2010, Mitterstall forms the centre piece of a Na-

ture Park exhibition called, „Brandberg – our cultu-ral landscape through the ages“. The exhibition is spread over three rooms and tells of the harsh con-ditions alpine farmers had to endure, with details on the characteristic landscapes of pastures, mountain meadows and includes personal stories about the lo-cal people. Open daily in summer. Free admission!

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The Berliner Höhenweg Trail leads via seven mountain refuge huts through the heart of the Zillertal Alps Nature Park, right up to 3,134 m above sea level. Exciting natural landscapes with glaciers, lakes and alpine pastures accompany you on this high alpine round tour along the main Alpine Ridge, making it a unforgettable experience!

• 2 to 7 nights in a mattress camp (dormitory)• Room accommodation available, subject to surcharge• Half board in the huts• Bus voucher to and from the starting and finishing points• Reserved accommodation in the mountain huts• Book „It started with mountain climbing – the Alpine history of upper Zillertal“ in german• Alpine Association map „Zillertal Middle & West“• Information & help with the tour planning through the Nature Park• Discount for Alpine Association members

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Contact addresses

Zillertal Alps Nature Park Administration 6295 Ginzling Nr. 239, info@naturpark-zillertal.atTel: +43 (0) 5286/ 5218-1; www.naturpark-zillertal.at

Mayrhofen-Hippach Tourist Board Dursterstraße 225, 6290 MayrhofenTel: +43 (0) 5285/ 6760, info@mayrhofen.at, www.mayrhofen.at

Tux-Finkenberg Tourist Board Lanersbach 401, 6293 Tux oder Dorf 140, 6292 FinkenbergTel: +43 (0) 5287/ 8506, info@tux.at, www.tux.at

Brandberg Town Hall 6290 Brandberg 13, Tel: +43 (0) 5285/ 6 31 85

Zillertal Tourismus Bundesstraße 27d, 6262 SchlittersTel: +43 (0) 5288/ 87 1 87, info@zillertal.at, www.zillertal.at

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Nature Park House Ginzling

Glacier.Worlds Exhibition

How do glaciers form? What was life like in ancientn

Zillertal? Where will the Alps be in a million years?

All of this and more can be discovered at the Gletscher.

Welten exhibition at the Nature Park House in Ginzling!

Open daily from 14.06 to 12.09.2014 from

8.30 – 12.00 and from 13.00 – 17.00 hours