Ski holidays in Tyrol with hikes on the Eagle Trail
Tyrol is especially popular with skiers and snowboarders. During the ski season, its picturesque mountain scenery becomes a fascinating fairytale landscape. In the Ötztal, the ski paradise of Tyrol features majestic glaciers over 3,000 metres high. In the Pitztal, romantic alpine pastures and mountain lakes enchant holidaymakers. The Eagle Trail is also one of Tyrol’s main attractions.
Tyrol’s first long-distance hiking trail was established in 2004. The Eagle Trail takes its name from the shape of its route, which forms the silhouette of an eagle with outstretched wings.
Ski holidays in Tyrol with hikes on the Eagle Trail
Date: 30/09/2026
The 280 km-long Eagle Trail traverses Tyrol like an eagle in flight. From St. Johann, it passes the Kaiserwinkl alpine pastures, through the Kaunertal, Kitzbühel Alps, Paznaun and Tannheim Valley, Reutte and the Stubai Valley, all the way to the Zillertal and Tux Alpine glaciers. The Eagle Trail has 26 daily stages and covers 87,000 metres of elevation gain. It shows the The Eagle Trail’s highest point is at 3,189 m on the Ramoljoch in the Ötztal.
The Eagle Trail reveals the magic of Tyrol’s mountain world: romantic mountain huts beside clear mountain lakes in gentle valleys, set against impressive peaks. Stage by stage, the Eagle Trail showcases Tyrol’s landscape, as well as its people, traditions and crafts.
You can explore the fascinating Eagle Trail during your ski holiday or a summer holiday. Its magic can be felt in every season.
A circular hiking route in Innsbruck forms the “head” of the Eagle Trail. The trail now has a new hub in Innsbruck. The new eagle enclosure opened on 15 October 2008 at the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo.
The famous golden eagle pair Donna and Max is at the heart of the new Eagle House. Golden eagles impress with their beauty and majesty. They are also the heraldic animals of Tyrol.
