Achensee

cross country skiing

The Achensee region is one of the best-known and most important cross-country skiing centers in Tyrol. More than 200 kilometers of cross-country trails around Tyrol's largest lake offer unlimited cross-country skiing enjoyment.

From practice trails to barrier-free trails.

Cross-country skiing at the Achensee

The topography of Lake Achensee, from gently rolling hills along the shore to challenging routes in the Karwendel valleys and the complex infrastructure with separate tracks for classic cross-country skiers and skaters, a practice trail, barrier-free cross-country skiing and snow-making facilities ensure sporting pleasure at a high level.



A sophisticated guidance system with extensive signage and handy trail maps, an interactive map with a detailed route of the trails and an online weather and trail information service complete the offer.

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A sophisticated guidance system

For those who are on narrow skis for the first time, there is a practice trail in Pertisau and Maurach. Here you can learn the right cross-country step in a relaxed manner. The cross-country skiing schools in the region also offer support. In Pertisau, Maurach and Achenkirch there are some cross-country ski trails. There is also a dog trail at Lake Achensee, which allows mum, dad and dog to do laps in the snow together.

For those who are on narrow skis for the first time, there is a practice trail in Pertisau and Maurach. Here you can learn the right cross-country step in a relaxed manner. The cross-country skiing schools in the region also offer support. In Pertisau, Maurach and Achenkirch there are some cross-country ski trails. There is also a dog trail at Lake Achensee, which allows mum, dad and dog to do laps in the snow together.

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Data & Facts
  • 220.5 kilometers of trails: classic and skating
  • 112.5 km classic trails: 22.5 km black | 42.5km red | 47.5 km blue
  • 108 km of skating trails: 22.5 km black | 42.5km red | 43km blue
  • 40 km of snow-covered trails in Achenkirch, Maurach and Pertisau
  • 45 km of cross-country skiing trails
  • 2 km dog trail in Pertisau
Rent cross-country skiing equipment

You can rent winter sports equipment and accessories from the winter sports experts in the Achensee region. Let us advise you and tailor the equipment to your needs. The rentals will equip you with cross-country skis, poles, shoes and any clothing you may need. At our sports partner WW-Sport in Maurach, as a hotel guest you get a 10% discount on the rental prices!

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Learn cross-country skiing - book a cross-country course

The cross-country skiing schools in the Achensee region offer professional cross-country skiing lessons for beginners and advanced skiers with courses or private lessons.

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Free local bus

With the Regiobus you can move quickly, easily and sustainably through the Achensee region. The AchenseeCard is your free ticket for the bus. Simply show this when boarding - and you can start driving for free.

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