Holidays
Perhaps better known in the UK as one of Europe’s finest Alpine skiing destinations, during the summer months the Tirol region of Austria becomes a stunning, child-friendly outdoor paradise. If your family enjoys hiking, biking, breath-taking scenery, unique mountain trails, amazing water sports and much more then Tirol is quite simply a place you must visit! Schnackler Adventure Trail
To find everything you need to know about getting there, places to stay and visit and all the wonderful things to do, go to www.austria.info. In the meantime, and to whet your appetite, here is a small selection of activities from three fabulous regions in Tirol.
The Schnackler Adventure Trail, situated right at the access area to the Alpine Outdoor Gallery, is specifically designed for younger visitors of the Kaiserbach valley and outlines the history of the "Schnackler" and "Koasabacha" legends via interactive play stations with educational elements where the kids have to balance on wooden peonies, climb a net like a spider and complete a fun test. Learning through play in the outdoors – perfect! www.kitzbueheler-alpen.com/en/stjo/so/hiking/ schnackler-adventure-trail.html
ST. JOHANN IN TIROL Mountain Carting
The ingeniously designed 3.8km route takes you through forests and rolling pastures, via tricky turns and spectacular steep sections. The mountain carts’ modern and innovative design provide safety and reliability. The carts come with a dual circuit breaking system - which is also used in cars, safety fences and ropes adorn the route and a sturdy helmet provides added protection during the ride. Guaranteed fun - just give it a go! www.kitzbueheler-alpen.com/en/stjo/so/hiking/ mountaincart.html
Kletterwald Hornpark
Credit: Mirja Geh Photography.
This treetop adventure park for children aged 3 and over provides fun and excitement for the whole family and is the biggest high rope course in the Kitzbühel Alps. There are eight different courses comprising more than 80 elements in a range of difficulty levels, including a mini course for the little ones! www.kitzbueheler-alpen.com/en/stjo/so/hiking/ hornpark.html
Top: Hiking in St. Johann Left: Mountain Carting in St. Johann 26
Credit: Mirja Geh Photography
Summer in Tirol
