The Magic of Hintertux Glacier: Exploring the Ice Cave in the Austrian Alps

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Hintertux Glacier in Austria is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the beauty of the Alps in the summertime. Located in the Zillertal Valley, Hintertux Glacier is home to one of the few year-round ski resorts in the region. But in the summer, the glacier offers much more than just skiing.

You can go skiing in summer in the glacier!
You can go skiing in summer in the glacier!

You can go skiing in summer in the glacier!
You can go skiing in summer in the glacier!

Layers of ice on the Hintertux glacier
Layers of ice on the Hintertux glacier

One of the most popular attractions at Hintertux Glacier is the ice cave. Located inside the glacier itself, this cave is a truly unique experience. As you make your way through the cave, you'll be surrounded by massive walls of ice, some of which are over 100 feet tall. The cave is constantly changing, with new ice formations appearing every yeHol

Hole in the Glacier Cave
Hole in the Glacier Cave

Underwater Lake in the Ice Cave Hintertux
Underwater Lake in the Ice Cave Hintertux

Ice in the Glacier cave
Ice in the Glacier cave

Hand in the Ice from people touching it
Hand in the Ice from people touching it

But the ice cave is just the beginning of what Hintertux Glacier has to offer. The area is also home to many hiking trails, ranging from easy to challenging. Whether you want to take a leisurely walk through the mountains or tackle a more strenuous hike, there is something for everyone at Hintertux Glacier.

Gondola to the Glacier
Gondola to the Glacier

View from the gondola to the Hintertux Glacier
View from the gondola to the Hintertux Glacier

If you're feeling adventurous, you can also try one of the many guided tours available at the glacier. From ice climbing to glacier hiking, there are plenty of exciting activities to choose from. And if you're looking to relax, you can visit one of the many mountain huts located throughout the area and enjoy a traditional Austrian meal while taking in the breathtaking views of the Alps.

View of the alps
View of the alps

Summit cross
Summit cross

Overall, Hintertux Glacier is great destination for anyone loving the alps and adventures.

Big clouds coming in on the glacier
Big clouds coming in on the glacier

Whether you want to explore the ice cave, go hiking, skiing or try one of the many guided tours available, there is something for everyone at this stunning destination.

I hope you liked my post, have you ever been on a Glacier before?

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I can't imagine how cold it must feel for sure the weather is below zero in that place, it's very beautiful it must be a good experience to be able to cross the cave, at the moment I thought that the hand was a person who had frozen 😅

e the weather is below zero in that place, it's very beautiful it must be a good experience to be able to cross the cave, at the moment I thought that the hand was a person who had frozen 😅

Actually IN the cave it is always around 0 degree, summer or winter. In winter it can get much colder outside the cave. ;) It didn't feel too cold in the cave since there is no wind :)

Isn't it dangerous to go inside the cave? Ice might crack and fall 😅

Some time ago there was an accident like this in a cave in Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego and yesterday another accident in a frozen cave in El Bolsón, Rio Negro (Argentina), both with fatalities. Very sad :(.

That's why I'm afraid to enter caves with glaciers... Prone to accidents..

Yes, I think I would settle for seeing it from the outside 😅.

This Ice cave is regularly controlled and the ice movement is checked. But yeah, maybe it is never completely safe. In this cave you can only go with a tour guide. ;) 

How beautiful this glacier is, nature is so wonderful. Undoubtedly the best time to go is summer, it's cold but bearable ❤️.

In winter it is very beautiful too, a lot of fresh snow but for people who don't like the cold, summer is definitely better :D

I've never been to a glacier nor anywhere near one! That ice cave looks just awesome, this is the perfect destination for the adventurous soul! Nice photos @bananapalms.

Thank you for your comment! And you are totally right, It is very adventurous, maybe you also get the chance to visit a glacier one day :)

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This is absolutely one of the places that I would love to visit. It would be nice if you would share even more pictures from this beautiful place 🙂 I also like that the weather wasn't perfect as it gives a special atmosphere to your photos. I don't know if I would go skiing but I would definitely enjoy the cave!

Thank you for sharing!

Thank you! And you should definetly check out a glacier. It is magical, expecially if you liked my pictures, you would like it even better in real life :)

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