Tulfes

922m above sea level, population 1,422

Basking in a sunny position on an inviting plateau above the Inn valley, this pretty village has retained its quintessentially rural character to this day and is a thoroughly enchanting spot. Walks of all difficulty levels and countless ski touring options in the winter mean that Tulfes has become a leisure-time paradise, much-loved throughout the whole of the Austria. Ask any Tyrolean what it is that makes Tulfes so special and the answer will almost certainly be the Glungezer. Tulfes' house mountain has for a long time been regarded as the Tyroleans' house mountain. That's no surprise, as it boasts the province's finest panoramic vistas, including breathtaking views over the Karwendel range opposite or far into the Inn valley. The Stone Pine Footpath (Zirbenweg) is one particularly attractive destination for nature-lovers from near and far. With Europe's largest stand of stone pines, this easy-to-walk circular path makes a welcome nature discovery tour for young and old.  Walkers can sense the positive vibrations this special tree exudes. It has recently been scientifically proven that beds made from stone pine give a better night's sleep.  Heart rate is reduced and that enables the blood circulation system to recover.

But the Glungezer is a haven for sports enthusiasts in the winter too. Skiers, tobogganers and ski tourers derive optimum pleasure from this small, but excellent ski mountain.  One thing that is definitely worth a go is downhill tobogganing on a "Klumper".   A Klumper is a single runner toboggan and unique to Tulfes.  This fun winter sport is run by a club in Tulfes called the Klumpenverein. Every week, winter sports fans can try a downhill run on this crazy sledge for themselves.

Available for you in Tulfes tourist office:

Frau Lotte Elwischger

Schmalzgasse 27

A-6075 Tulfes

Tel. +43 (0)5223 78324

Fax.: + 43 (0)5223 78808

Opening times: Monday − Friday 09.00 - 12.00

Outside opening times your call will be diverted to the Hall tourist office.