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- In Mayrhofen take the Penkenbahn gondola up. The valley station is right in the centre, near the Mayrhofen Penkenbahn bus stop.
- From the top station walk west on the panorama loop (PanoramaRundWeg). The wide path passes the Pilzbar restaurant and the Lärchwaldhütte hut, with views down to Mayrhofen.
- A gentle climb takes you to the Penkenjochhaus at around 2,080 m, the highest point of the loop. On a clear day you can see into the Tux valley and the peaks of the Zillertal Alps.
- The way back passes the reservoir and the Granatkapelle chapel and runs above the Penkenalm and Granatalm huts to the Penkenbahn top station. The loop is about 8 km.
Good to know
Off-road pushchair only
The loop is listed as pushchair-friendly, but these are gravel mountain paths with climbs. Bring an off-road pushchair with large wheels; a city buggy won't do.
Only one lift
The Activcard covers one lift up and down per day. That's why the loop ends at the Penkenbahn. If you rode down to Finkenberg on the Finkenberger Almbahnen, you would pay for that descent separately.
Shorter option
Walk only to the Penkenjochhaus and back the same way, or stay at the playground by the top station.
Food
Along the way are the Pilzbar, Lärchwaldhütte, Penkenjochhaus, Granatalm and other huts. No need to carry a packed lunch.
Why “easy”
Blue trail: wide paths, gentle climbs.
Trip FAQ
Is the lift free with the Zillertal Activcard?
Yes. Included with the Zillertal Activcard: Penkenbahn and Kombibahn Penken up and down. Without the card it costs €40 per adult and €17 per child (children born 2011–2019), so a family of 2 + 2 saves €114.
Who is this trip suitable for?
Older children, seniors, with pushchair. Blue trail: wide paths, gentle climbs.
How long is the trip?
7.9 km, 298 m up and 300 m down, 2 h 40 min of walking. Route type: loop.
How do I get the Zillertal Activcard?
A pass for the whole valley: one of ten cable cars a day, six outdoor pools, the train and buses. With the family discount, children travel free. How to get the Zillertal Activcard
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