Family events
The Experts of the perfect holiday with children
Hallstatt, Gosau, Bad Goisern und Obertraun you will have the opportunity during your family holidays to undertake selected themed hiking tours, which are offered at various difficulty levels. The summer cable cars in Obertraun, Hallstatt and Gosau play their part in your summer holiday bliss by running throughout the summer and taking you up to the airy heights quickly and safely. For a cool down after hiking, swimming fun is also catered for in the Salzburg Sportwelt. And your children’s eyes will also be glowing when they go pony riding in Filzmoos.
There's always something going on!
A holiday with the whole family in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut has so many facets that go far beyond the usual "children's playground and children's programme". See for yourself and, together with your loved ones, put together your own tailor-made family holiday - you will find the ingredients for this in our wide range of excursion tips and events around Lake Hallstatt and the picturesque Gosau Valley below. We wish you an unforgettable family holiday between mountains and lakes!
Erlebnisse für die ganze Familie
Salzkammergut Treetop path
Erleben Sie einzigartige Perspektiven hoch über dem Waldboden mit atemberaubenden Panoramablick auf den Traunsee und Gmunden. Vorbei an zahlreichen Informations- und Erlebnisstationen schlängelt sich der Baumwipfelpfad durch den Bergmischwald am Grünberg.
Grünberg “Flitzer" Summer Toboggan Run
Speed & fun await big and small tobogganing fans on the Grünberg mountain near Gmunden on Lake Traunsee. Adrenalin kick along 1.4 km - whether with mum, dad or alone - a great excursion tip for those who feel the need for speed
High Rope Course Loser Altaussee
The Altaussee high ropes course, also known as the "Omunduntn" high ropes course, is a worthwhile destination for the whole family, groups and individuals who are looking for fun, action and nature experiences. It offers different courses with different levels of difficulty, suitable for both beginners and experienced climbers.
Climbing hall in Obertraun
The climbing hall offers a total of 400 m² of climbing space and has rope climbing walls, top rope stations and bouldering areas of difficulty levels 3 to 10. The climbing height is around 14 metres. 23 interesting routes that are perfect for beginners and school groups.
Adventures with Bruno the Bear
Bruno, the bear, awaits his little fans, not just in winter; in summer too he provides any amount of fun for little hikers. There’s nothing like being up on the Alpine pasture and running around the green meadows and superb adventure playgrounds with Bruno!
Forest Adventure Park Gosau (Walderlebnispark) – A forest full of 'wow' moments!
A unique nature experience in the Gosau Valley that combines forest knowledge, movement and mindful awareness in a fun way. Or, as we like to call it, "forest and a lot of wow". Experience it from spring to autumn!
Dripstone features in the valley
Obertraun | Koppenbrüller cave: The water-bearing Koppenbrüller Cave is located in the valley and can be accessed via a short walk along a secure trail by the charming Koppentraun river.
Character & Legend Trail in Bad Goisern
Let yourself be enchanted by the imposing landscape high above the Goisern valley. The family-friendly themed path of about 80 minutes walking time through the “Ewige Wand” is a real highlight on a holiday in the Salzkammergut. With numerous fairy tale boards in German and English.
Slow train Gosau
A special experience for both young and old alike. Slowly and unhurried through the Gosau Valley - time is irrelevant.
Children’s’ playground in Gosau
Great variety of fun such as swings, sandpit, children's cable car, beach volleyball court and much more. In the middle of the Gosau Valley.
Adventures with Bruno the Bear
Russbach | Das sonnige Bergdorf, nur wenige Fahrminuten von der Welterberegion Hallstatt / Dachstein Salzkammergut entfernt, ist mit seinen vielen kleinen Besonderheiten ein beliebtes Urlaubsziel für die ganze Familie.
Grünberg “Flitzer" Summer Toboggan Run
Speed & fun await big and small tobogganing fans on the Grünberg mountain near Gmunden on Lake Traunsee. Adrenalin kick along 1.4 km - whether with mum, dad or alone - a great excursion tip for those who feel the need for speed
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Woodland climbing park in Faistenau
The course with 60 partly easy, partly challenging stations made of lots of wood and ropes leads over numerous trees at a low altitude. Therefore, it is not only very suitable for adolescents and adults, but also for children.
Climbing parks in the Salzkammergut
Climbing, scrambling and shimmying takes a lot of effort, but is also a lot of fun. In summer, high ropes courses and climbing forests are popular excursion destinations. We give you an overview of the most beautiful climbing courses in the Salzkammergut. From Altaussee via Gosau to Faistenau. Come along?
Family events at a glance
Salt Mine Experiences during the renovation work in Hallstatt: With the bus shuttle to the Altaussee Salt Mine
Sun, Nov. 9, 2025 00:00 Hallstatt bus terminal (district "Lahn"), Hallstatt
Austria's largest active salt mine: Guided tours of the salt mine in Altaussee
Sun, Nov. 9, 2025 09:00 Altaussee salt mine, Altaussee
Try it out: Daily Salt tasting in Hallstatt
Sun, Nov. 9, 2025 10:00 — 18:00 Salt Shop Salt Mine Marketplace Hallstatt, Hallstatt
Children's event in the run-up to Christmas: St. Nicholas comes to Bad Isckl
Fri, Dec. 5, 2025 17:00 Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl
Salzkammergut booking - Are you still looking for accommodation?
Hotels and accommodation providers in Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun offer the ideal room or apartment for your holidays, no matter what your tastes. Aside from establishments rated according to the international "star" scale, you will also find around Lake Hallstatt in Austria businesses that have been awarded two to four "edelweiss". The more flowers, the greater comforts you can expect. Whether you eventually find your cozy nest in an elegant 5-star luxury hotel, at comfortable guesthouse, a family-friendly apartment, or on a traditional farm, the choice is always entirely up to you.