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
In the Loser Mountain area the High Rope Course provides a thrilling outdoor experience. A unique adrenaline rush with different rope courses, a climbing wall and a special incentive-area is expecting you.
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!
Natural pool and water park Russbach on Pass Gschütt
big nature-made swimmingpool with impressive waterfall, non-swimming area, variable jumping possibilities and an exclusive waterslide.
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.
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.
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.
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
Family events at a glance
The peak of pleasure: Guided hike on Mount Feuerkogel 2025
Feuerkogel, Ebensee
Guided tours through the Koppenbrüller cave
Sun, Jul. 20, 2025 Koppenbrüller cave (Koppenbrüllerhöhle), Obertraun
Daily tours through the Salt Mine "Salzwelten" in Hallstatt
Sun, Jul. 20, 2025 Salt mine (Salzwelten) Hallstatt, Hallstatt
Daily tours through the Saltmine in Altaussee
Sun, Jul. 20, 2025 09:00 — 16:00 Altaussee salt mine, Altaussee
Children's tour in summer with Sally in the Altaussee Salt Mine
Sun, Jul. 20, 2025 15:00 — 16:00 Altaussee salt mine, Altaussee
Natural spectacle “Löckenmoos” in Gosau
Tue, Jul. 22, 2025 09:30 — 16:00 Sports ground Gosau, Gosau
“Prehistoric Expedition” through the oldest salt mine of the world
Tue, Jul. 22, 2025 11:00 Salzberg , Hallstatt
The true "Monuments Men"
Wed, Jul. 23, 2025 17:00 Altaussee salt mine, Altaussee
Deliciously musical: "Around Lake Gosau"
Sat, Jul. 26, 2025 11:00 Lake Gosau (Gosausee), Gosau
Body, mind & mountains: Sunrise trip with mountain breakfast to the Feuerkogel in Ebensee
Sat, Aug. 16, 2025 05:30 Feuerkogel, Ebensee
Hiking with Betty: Löckermoos nature experience on National Day
Sun, Oct. 26, 2025 09:30 — 16:00 Sports ground Gosau, Gosau
Daily tours through the Saltmine in Altaussee
Sat, Nov. 29, 2025 09:00 — 16:00 Altaussee salt mine, Altaussee
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.