The northern edge of the Tauern Window in Gerlos provides a comprehensive description of the geology and geological history of the Gerlos Valley in the Zillertal Alps, Tyrol. It highlights various aspects of the area from a geological perspective – from the origin and development of the rocks to the tectonic history and the glacial as well as current geological processes.

The local and regional geological contexts and backgrounds are thoroughly explained in the text and illustrated with geological cross-sections. The focus, besides the local situation in the Gerlos Valley, lies primarily on the structural geological connections to the broader geology of the Zillertal Alps.

When writing this book, the author placed great importance on presenting the topic in an engaging way through words and images. Therefore, the book is equally suitable for professional geologists as well as for earth science enthusiasts without specialized knowledge.