Holidays in Hochfilzen – Active, Close to Nature & Centrally Located in the Pillersee Valley

A holiday in Hochfilzen in the Pillersee Valley stands for activity, nature and relaxation all year round. Surrounded by the Kitzbühel Alps and the Leogang Stone Mountains, Hochfilzen is the perfect starting point for active holidays in Tyrol – in both summer and winter.

Summer Holidays in the Tyrolean Alps
A summer holiday in Hochfilzen offers ideal conditions for active days in the Tyrolean mountains. Numerous hiking trails, family-friendly alpine huts, a wide variety of cycling and mountain bike routes, as well as beautiful mountain and swimming lakes await you throughout the Pillersee Valley.
Hiking, Biking & Lakes in the Pillersee Valley
The region is especially popular for cycling and biking in all its forms. A true highlight for bike enthusiasts is the Bikepark Leogang, one of the most renowned bike parks in Europe, located just a few minutes away. With flow trails, downhill tracks and beginner-friendly routes, the park offers something for riders of all skill levels.
Beyond the bike park, Hochfilzen also provides excellent conditions for:

Gravel biking on well-maintained forest and gravel roads, mostly away from public traffic

Road cycling on high-quality, low-traffic roads in Tyrol and Salzburg

Numerous hiking tours of all difficulty levels start directly from the village or near the accommodation.
For cooling off on warm summer days, the region offers many beautiful mountain and swimming lakes, including Lake Pillersee, Lauchsee and several other lakes in the Pillersee Valley.
Families will also find a wide range of activities, with modern cable cars, adventure trails and diverse excursion destinations around Leogang and Fieberbrunn, making the region an ideal choice for a family holiday in Tyrol.

Winter Holidays in Hochfilzen – Skiing, Ski Touring & Cross-Country Skiing
A winter holiday in Hochfilzen offers ideal conditions for a wide range of winter sports in the Pillersee Valley. Thanks to its central location, the ski areas of Leogang and Fieberbrunn can be reached in around 10 minutes. Other well-known ski resorts such as Zell am See, Maria Alm, St. Johann in Tirol, the Waidring Steinplatte, KitzSki and Almwelt Lofer are all within a radius of approximately 30 km, providing great variety on the slopes.
Skiing, Tobogganing & Winter Experiences
The Buchensteinwand, Hochfilzen’s local mountain, is small, charming and particularly family-friendly. It is ideal for skiing, tobogganing, snowshoe hiking and first experiences in ski touring.
In addition, the Pillersee Valley offers numerous ski touring and snowshoe routes for all ability levels – from relaxed to more challenging alpine tours.
Cross-Country Skiing Right on Your Doorstep
Hochfilzen is well known far beyond the region as a cross-country skiing centre. Perfectly groomed cross-country ski trails start directly in the village and right outside your door, offering excellent conditions for both classic and skating styles.
The winter offer is complemented by winter hiking trails and additional toboggan runs in the surrounding area.
Thanks to the central location, short distances to ski areas, excursion destinations and winter activities are guaranteed – ideal for a varied and relaxing winter holiday in the Tyrolean Pillersee Valley.