valid in ski and glacier world Zillertal 3000 (=Hintertuxer Gletscher, Eggalm, Rastkogel, Finkenberg, Penken/Mayrhofen, Ahorn)
Zillertal Super Ski Pass (valid in the entire Zillertal valley)
 

The Nature’s Ice Palace at the Hintertux Glacier is a natural gem, unique worldwide and an ideal year round excursion destination for the whole family. The entrance to this ice cave is only a 10 minute walk from the top station of the Gletscherbus 3 lift.

Into the world
of ice

30 meters below the ski slope, you can experience a fascinating glacier world with huge icicles, bizarre ice formations, and mysterious tunnels—topped off with a unique boat trip on the glacier lake.

Weather-independent
excursion destination

The Nature's Ice Palace in the Tyrolean Zillertal valley has a constant temperature of 0°C all year round. The ice cave is open all year round and can be visited in any weather. A visit to the Nature's Ice Palace can be perfectly combined with a day of skiing on the Hintertux Glacier or a visit to the Panorama Terrace.

Extended Tour with boat ride

daily without prior registration · guaranteed admission with online ticket/voucher

The approximately 70-minute tour of the wondrous world of ice inside the glacier—with spectacular discoveries and a boat tour on the glacier lake 30 meters below the ski slope—makes for an unforgettable family experience!

INFORMATION AT A GLANCE

  • Duration: approx. 70 minutes
  • Times: daily every hour from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (365 days a year)
  • Prices (excl. cable car ticket):
    ▻ Adults: €39
    ▻ Children (aged 6-14 and accompanied): €15
  • Proper equipment:
    ▻ sturdy shoes
    ▻ warm clothing (can be rented at sports shops on the Hintertux Glacier)
  • Requirements:
    ▻ good physical condition (climbing short ladders)
    ▻ no climbing skills necessary
  • Children: Admission from 6 years of age
  • Dogs: Not allowed
Two people inside the Nature Ice Palace at the Hintertux Glacier

PLAN & PREPARE YOUR VISIT

1. Admission to the Nature's Ice Palace

Option 1: Book an admission ticket
If you already have a date in mind for your visit to the Nature's Ice Palace, then it's best to book your ticket here:

Option 2: Book a voucher 
You can book a voucher if you want to give someone a visit to the Nature's Ice Palace as a gift or if you haven't set a date for your visit yet.

2. Cable car ticket

Pedestrians need the "Panoramic ticket Fascination Ice" to visit the Nature's Ice Palace (skiers use their ski pass). On site, simply exchange your voucher for a valid cable car ticket and take the gondola up to an altitude of 3,250 m.

Further experiences
at the Nature's Ice Palace

These specials and challenges can be booked in addition to the extended basic tour with advance booking under +43 676 307 0000 or info@natursport.at

Stand Up Paddeling

Explore the glacial lake 30 meters below the ski slope with your board and paddle and snap what is probably the most spectacular SUP photo ever.
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Scientific Tour

Exclusive private tour with in-depth insights and scientific background information on the eternal ice.
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Photo Session

Are you passionate about photography and looking for an incomparable backdrop? Then you've come to the right place.
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Couple Adventure Tour

Romance in ice: Experience the Nature Ice Palace exclusively as a private residence
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Ice swimming

Ready to take the plunge into the ice-cold water? The glacier lake is waiting for you!
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Any questions? Contact to Nature's Ice Palace.

Natursport Tirol
Marlies and Roman Erler
E-Mail: info@natursport.at
Phone: +43 676 307 0000

Another cave experience at
Spannagel Cave

The Spannagel Cave on the Hintertux Glacier is the only marble cave in the Central Alps. The show cave can be explored on guided tours with the whole family and in any weather!

Zillertaler Gletscherbahn GmbH & Co KG 
Hintertux 794 · 6293 Tux · Telefon +43 5287 8510 · info@hintertuxergletscher.at