Trekking in the Zillertal Alps

Book excerpt: Located in the Austrian Tyrol of the eastern Alps and spanning the Austrian-Italian border, the Zillertal embraces stunning green valleys headed by scores of shapely peaks of rock and snow. The beauty of the Zillertal cannot be overstated, and it has superb scenery and excellent huts.This guide describes the classic Zillertal Rucksack Route, which traverses the very best of the range. It links together eight huts along good tracks without having to cross glaciers, providing a continuous tour of around 10 to 12 days.En-route the tour provides ample opportunity to climb some of the neighbouring peaks adjacent to the huts. The route will appeal to groups of mixed ability, while the Zillertal will appeal as a venue for that first alpine season without having to contend with the demands of the higher mountains of the western Alps. Whatever your aspirations the Zillertal will not disappoint you.