Family Hiking Holidays in Austria
Hiking in the Zillertal
Discover the most beautiful spots of the Zillertal in Tirol by Nordic walking tours, easy family hikes, and challenging mountain tours.
Hiking is not only an exercise for the body and the senses, it also strengthens relationships and nourishes the soul. Spending time outdoors in nature is the ideal way to disconnect, slow down and give your mind a well-deserved rest. For the truly adventurous, don’t forget your swimming gear – the crystal clear mountain lake is the perfect place to cool off.
Guided Hiking Tours
Each week, you can join between three and eight guided hikes, tailored to different levels of difficulty. Three hikes are particularly suitable for families, while adults can choose from five other guided options. Hiking truly is “happiness on two legs” – no need for intense training or complicated techniques! Just lace up your boots and immerse yourself in the beauty of idyllic valleys, including our five charming side valleys, or venture to awe-inspiring high alpine destinations such as the Zittauer Hütte at 2,329 metres above sea level.
5 Reasons to Choose a Hiking Holiday at the Almhof
- 3 to 8 guided hikes offered per week
- Free hiking bus available for guided hikes
- Daily snacks to pack from the breakfast buffet
- Hiking information booth with maps and tour descriptions
- Drying room for shoes and clothes, plus a boot cleaning station
Travel Lighter
The following equipment can be hired at the reception: telescopic and Nordic walking sticks (free of charge), rucksacks (free of charge), umbrellas (free of charge), hiking boots, rainwear, telescopic sticks and mountain bikes can be hired for a fee from Sport Shop 2000 Engelbert and Sport Huber.
Tips for Hiking with Children
The Zillertal is the perfect destination for families looking to connect with nature. We have put together some useful tips how to motivate children to enjoy the outdoors and how to make your hiking route a great adventure.
- Plan tours so that they can be shortened or changed.
- Test the children’s “stamina” and “pace” on leisurely walks.
- Forget “adult destinations”.
- “Small things” along the way are more interesting for children than mountain panoramas.
- Let children discover, collect and observe for themselves.
- Take many breaks, always offer some food and drink.
- From the age of 6, children usually want to carry their own rucksack – we have complimentary children’s rucksacks ready for you!
- Equipment for children: Sturdy hiking boots with grippy soles, robust, functional clothing that may get dirty, pack some extra clothes
