How To Get Around In Schwendau

Train

Thanks to the village’s own railway station connected to the Zillertal Railway, the train is a handy form of mobility in Schwendau. Running along the Ziller River, the narrow-gauge Zillertal Railway links Schwendau with other valley towns and villages including Mayrhofen, Zell am Ziller, and Jenbach.

Operating both steam and diesel trains, the Zillertal Railway gives its customers a scenic and emotional travel across the valley. Starting at five thirty a.m., the trains run hourly until ten thirty p.m. From Schwendau to Mayrhofen, the travel takes about ten minutes; from Schwendau to Jenbach, it takes about 45 minutes.For adults, a single trip costs 2.40 euros; for children, it just costs 1.20 euros.

For touring the several attractions and activities in the valley—including the Ski & Glacier World Zillertal 3000, the Zillertal Alps Nature Park, the Summer World Hippach, and the Regional Museum Zillertal—the train is a great choice.Accessing the Zillertal Cycle Route, a picturesque path following the Ziller river connecting Schwendau with surrounding towns in the valley, the train is a handy choice.

Bus

Bus are another option of getting around Schwendau since the Tyrol regional bus system runs several stops in the village. Regional buses link Schwendau to neighboring ski resorts including Ski & Glacier World Zillertal 3000 and Mayrhofen Skiing Area as well as other valley towns and villages.

Starting from 6:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m., regional buses run every 15 to 30 minutes with a journey time of roughly 10 minutes from Schwendau to Mayrhofen and roughly 15 minutes from Schwendau to Zell am Ziller.Children pay 1.20 euros; adults pay 2.40 euros for a one-way ticket.

Getting to the attractions and activities of the valley—the Schlegeis Reservoir and Lake Zillergründl, the Zillertal Alps Nature Park, Summer World Hippach, and the Leonhardiritt—is easy with the bus.Additionally accessible from the bus are bike lanes, hiking paths, and breathtaking Zillertal Alpine views.

Bike

Schwendau provides the ease of location for those who enjoy riding—that is, along the main bike path across the valley. Following the Ziller river, the Zillertal Cycle Route is a handy and easily available road connecting Schwendau with several towns and villages in the valley, including Mayrhofen, Zell am Ziller, and Jenbach.

For all kinds of cyclists, the Zillertal Cycle Route offers a lovely and peaceful path across the valley. From Schwendau to Mayrhofen, the cycle path runs about 30 km and takes roughly 30 minutes; from Schwendau to Jenbach, it takes about 2 hours.There is no cost associated with the cycle path; bikes may be rented from several valley sites.

For completely appreciating Schwendau’s natural beauty and cultural legacy, the bike is a great choice.Along the journey, you can investigate a number of points of interest. Among these are the exquisitely rebuilt 18th-century mill known as Zimmererhäusl Mühle. A further choice is the Zillertal Adventure Dairy, a cheese shop, cheese making workshop, and guided tour dairy farm. Finally, there is the Zillertal Forest Experience, a forest trail offering instructive analysis of the value and advantages of the forest.

Foot

Finding that Schwendau has a range of picturesque walking pathways easily fit into the Tyrol region’s vast hiking network will thrill walking aficionados. The walking pathways easily connect Schwendau with other cities and villages in the valley as well as with the Zillertal Alps Nature Park, a magnificent nature park featuring eighty glaciers and many peaceful lakes.

The walking paths offer a varied and rewarding experience as you tour the valley, accommodating hikers of all ability. With maps and information easily available at the Schwendau tourist office, the walking pathways are precisely marked and maintained.One of the walking routes accessible leads to the remnants of the castle and chapel on Burgschrofen hill. A further choice is the mountain path known as the Rastkogel Path, which leads to the Tux Alpine Mountain Hut. Finally, a valley route leading to the Zillergründl Reservoir and Lake is the Zillergründl Path.

One great choice is to explore Schwendau’s and the valley’s attractions and activities on foot. Visit the Zillertal Alps Nature Park, the Summer World Hippach, the Regional Museum Zillertal, and the Ski & Glacier World Zillertal.One can also value the energizing air and the amazing views of the river and the mountains.