I have been to Mayrhofen three times now and intend to go again next season. Each time has been during the winter season, once in december, once in april and once in february. The Town: Mayrhofen is a small town with one main street. There are several supermarkets all selling the usual stuff, but also all have fresh meat and cheese stalls. The main spar opposite the penken ski lft is quite expensive and sometimes runs out of things during the busier periods. However, there is another supermarket round the back streets which is cheaper and has a biggr range of produce. There is a large number of cafes and restaurants all selling pretty much the ...  Read the complete review

excellent place...so excellent I packed up the job for 6 months and lived in the little village of Burgstall 2k down the valleyy..recommend ZUM GRIENA for THE BEST food in superb 'bang your head on the beams' inn...you'll find it tucked away at the top of the village. Go indpendent and ski for longer excellent flights from £1.99 (!)(Easyjet) to Munich then super efficient train services through stunning scenery all the way up to Jenbach then the little train up the valley...chill out...total!. Want more tips...just ask ...  Read the complete review

First and forth most, I want to start my op by informing you that it?s an *alternative* review of Mayrhofen, in that I'm focusing on the resort as it is in the summer. Basically, I'm trying to get across that not only is Mayrhofen fab in the winter-or so I've heard-it's also perfect for a summer holiday destination, and should certainly not be dismissed because it's primarily known as a ski resort. For anyone who has ever been skiing or snowboarding in the Tyrol region of Austria, you will know what a wonderful place it is, complete with picturesque villages consisting of gruelling yet invigorating mountain walks, and delightfully ...  Read the complete review