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Magazine for Happy Family Holidays in the Mountains of Austria

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 Family

Pure joy for

life in Austria’s The Land of Outdoor Sports
The Schladming-Dachstein Region, with its
Water – Lakes – Mountain Springs
The more than 300 mountain lakes, 100

mountain eight outstanding resort villages, proudly

joins the ranks of »Top Hiking Regions in
waterfalls both large and small, high-alpine
watercourses and pristine biotopes with

world
The magnificent limestone walls
of the glaciated Dachstein Massif,­
the countless peaks and 300 moun­­­­
tain lakes of the Schladminger
Tauern are a paradise for big and
small.
the Alps«. 1,000 km of hiking paths, 930 km
of cycle paths and mountain-bike trails,
45 running and Nordic-Walking trails, 4 golf
courses and 14 via ferrata climbing trails on
the south flank of the Dachstein are clear
evidence of the exciting variety of sporting
opportunities that await you.
And let’s not forget the breadth of oppor­
tunities for rafting, canyoning, archery,
paragliding, summertime alpine and cross-
country skiing either!
their unique flora and fauna, high moors
and natural »refrigerators, canyons of
smooth marble, along with healthful
­mountain springs and places of primal
power – what a treat for the eyes, what
fabulous countryside for boundless recrea-
tion and adventure!
Duisitzkarsee, one of 300 crystal-clear mountain lakes
in the Schladminger Tauern.

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Happiness in the Mountains Top scores for nature, hospitality and accommodations

Culinary Traditions Table of Contents

Of course, you are bound to work up
quite an appetite after such a full and
eventful day. The region’s 50 alpine huts
entice you irresistibly with a combination
of traditional Styrian hospitality, together
with regional specialties incorporating
»Steirerkas« cheese, fresh butter and hearty
country meals.
Personal Assistance i 13 Family Outings
The staff of our local tourist information
offices know the best offers available and
are always glad to share their expert advice
Page Page
4 Portrait in Brief/Kids’ Clubs 16 Action-Packed Days for Teens
17 The Dachstein (2,996 m)
Family Lodgings 
18 Cool Weekly Programs
6 Schladming-Dachstein Sommercard
20 Information and Bookings
8 Quick Overview/Panorama
10 Aquatic Fun – Lakes
11 Heated Outdoor Pools
12 Nature Trails
14 Pram Paths
15 Fun for Kids
STYRIA. THE GREEN HEART OF AUSTRIA.

with you.

Schladming-Dachstein – a land of sports: biking

and great views, from the Tauern mountains to our Our Region – Facts & Figures
beautiful alpine pastures.
8 tourism offices / 2 1 communities
• Schladming-Rohrmoos
• Haus – Aich – Gössenberg Population: 31,148
• Pichl – Reiteralm Guest Beds: 26,423
• Gröbminger Land Austrian Province: Styria
• Sölktäler Nature Park Elevation: 640 – 2,996 m
• Öblarn – Niederöblarn Highest Point: Dachstein Massif,
• Bergregion Grimming 2,996 m
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• Donnersbachwald – Riesneralm
 Styrian
Hospitality
Styrian hospitality runs in our
blood, which makes us true
­family professionals: from com­
fortable lodgings to outstanding
restaurants and even special
­programs just for kids.
Portrait in Brief
Famous as a popular ski center, the
Schladming-Dachstein Region is transfor-
med in summer into one of the top family
vacation destinations in the Alps. Count-
less family offers await you – from 4-star
hotels that focus squarely on the needs
of youngsters – incl. all-day childcare, to
guesthouses with organized weekly kids’
programs, to holidays on the farm.
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Holidays amidst a Vibrant
Natural Setting
Nature isn’t just a backdrop, it’s also a
complete stage for active outdoor recrea-
tion and a world of new experiences. Lush
alpine valleys, the magnificent peaks of the
Dachstein and Schladminger Tauern, plus
our 300 mountain lakes, all were seemingly
created for delightful family activities and
boundless impressions certain to set the
pulses of parents and children racing with
excitement.
Sporting variety, cool adventures on the
high-ropes course and much more …
A Day without Mom and Dad
Some space for the parents and a fun
change of pace for the kids; made possible
by our area Kids’ Clubs. From Monday
through Friday, our tourism communities
offer you: climbing for kids, adventure
hikes, climbing lessons, bread-baking with
the farmer’s wife, western pony rides,
lake fests, Indian Days, ghost-hunting
afternoons, Robin Hood bow-and-arrow
adventures, plus much more.
Unexpected encounter during a hike.

Schladming-Dachstein Region
And if it’s raining?
No problem, we always have a weather-
proof program up our sleeves!
First-Class Accommodations
Whether you prefer a child-friendly hotel,
a comfortable vacation apartment or, if
authenticity is more your »thing«, one of
our area farms – the choice is totally up to
you! Our beautifully maintained lodging es-
tablishments bear comparison with anyone.
This is a place where quality, service and
price are matched to perfection.
First-class accommodations, from 4-star kids’ hotels
to farm holidays.
Family-focused accommodations in the
X Locations – refer to map on pp. 8-9
M
 ember Establishments of
Children’s Hotels Austria
5 Familienhotel Hauser Kaibling
www.hotel-hauser-kaibling.at
22 Hotel Stegerhof, www.stegerhof.at
Family
 Holidays Styria
3 Apparthotel Ferienhaus Bliem,
www.bliem.at
3 Sportpension Thaler
www.sportpension-thaler.at
5 Familienhotel Hauser Kaibling
www.hotel-hauser-kaibling.at
20 Landhotel Gut Puttererseehof
www.puttererseehof.at
22 Hotel Stegerhof, www.stegerhof.at
F amily-Friendly Establishment
2 Jugend- und Familiengästehaus,
www.jfgh.at/schladming.php
3 Hotel Seiterhof, www.seiterhof.com
3 Das Bergkristall, www.hotel-bergkristall.com
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 ember of Farm Holidays – Baby &
Child Specialists
3 Hocheggerhof, www.hocheggerhof.at
3 Rücklhof, www.tisvocer.at/ruecklhof
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Abelhof, www.abelhof.at
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Urlpoldhof, www.urlpoldhof.at
5
Familienbauernhof »Esslgut«, www.esslgut.at
5
Abenteuerhof Schiefer, www.abenteuerhof.at
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Schirf, www.urlaubambauernhof.at/schirf
20 Hüttstädterhof, www.huettstaedterhof.at
20 Thonnerhof, www.thonnerhof.at
22 Der Perweinhof, www.derperweinhof.at
Holiday Partners (lodgings with special family
programs and childcare)
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Landhaus St. Georg, www.st-georg.at
9 Landhotel Sonnhof, www.sonnhof.co.at
10 Schloss Thannegg, www.schloss-moosheim.at
15 Hotel Pension Reisslerhof, www.reisslerhof.at
15 Erlebnishof Pürcherhof, www.puercherhof.at

Best
 Family Hotels
1 Almdorf Reiteralm – Hotel Edelweiß
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One Card When you arrive at one of our outstanding really hip weekly activity program. Always

for the »Card Partner« lodging establishments,

everyone in your family will receive their
organized and led, of course, by the expert
staff of our Kids’ Clubs. And if the weather

whole family own personal Sommercard – valid for the

full duration of your vacation.
doesn’t cooperate, the Kids Card also
includes a great back-up program for those
With no restrictions*, you will be able to rainy days.
The very best, most fun-filled
take full advantage of the listed recreati- As you see, the Kids Card makes your va-
activities »all-inclusive« –brought onal opportunities as often as you wish cation three times as rewarding. So, bundle
together by the Schladming- – free of charge and even on your arrival everyone out the door and head for a
and departure days! family summer in the mountains.
Dachstein Sommercard!
The Sommercard is valid from 28 May until
26 October 2010. The following all-inclusive
With the Sommercard, your attractions
vacation is now twice as rewar­ And what about the kids? They can be enjoyed by you and your loved-ones
get their very own Kids Card! with your Sommercard – as often as you
ding for you and your loved-ones
Kids are a big deal to us! Each child re- wish.
– You will get to enjoy the vast ceives their own Kids Card – action, play, Dachstein Glacier Lift*
majority of our region’s recrea­ sports and fun – all of your holiday dreams Mountain lifts
are about to come true! It’s also a winner Indoor pools
tional opportunities without
for mom and dad as well: The youngsters Outdoor pools and lakes
having to pay one cent extra! can look forward to a really enjoyable, Toll roads

Mountain lifts and the Dachstein Glacier Lift* included Pools and lakes: free admission included Hiking shuttles and public buses included

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 Hiking shuttles and public buses
Gorge adventures
Museums
Programs for children and families
Hikes and recreational activities
Dachstein Glacier: One roundtrip ride is possible
within any 7-day period
Sommercard Bonus Partners
In addition to the all-inclusive free ser-
vices, the new Sommercard comes with
the added advantage that you now enjoy
up to 50% discounts on the following
recreational services:
· Bike rentals · Rafting · Paragliding · Ski
jumping · Jeep safaris · Tennis courts
· Golf courses · Archery · Bowling · Gesäuse
National Park · Loser Scenic Road · Wildlife
Park · Ice Caves · Cave Adventures and
much more
www.sommercard.info
Programs for children & families included
How do you get hold of the
Sommercard?
If you spend the night at one of our parti-
cipating »Card Partner« lodging establish-
ments between May 28 and October 26,
2010, your host will issue you your credit
card-like Sommercard automatically. This
card is personalized and it is your property.
From that point on – and this goes for your
arrival and departure days as well - you can
enjoy all of the Card’s highlights, free of
charge and without restriction*.
Making friends with the horses included
Enter and Win
Share your beautiful Sommercard holiday
in the Schladming-Dachstein Region with
other guests and win your next Sommer-
card getaway! Online Card Info at
www.sommercard.info
Partner establishments are
denoted in our lodging catalogue
and on the Internet by this symbol.
Telephone Information and
Hotline:
ARGE Schladming-Dachstein Card
Phone +43(0)3687/23310
info@sommercard.info
www.sommercard.info
Up to 50% Partner Bonus: alpine slide, cave adven­
tures, archery, golf, …
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 …. A Quick Overview

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 A refreshing dip always does you good – especially since 30°C
in the shade is no rarity here with us in the mountains.

Aquatic Fun – Our Swimming Lakes

Crystal-clear fun in the water for big and small, guaranteed by our six lake resorts.

1 Pichl Lake 19 Irdning Recreation Area 21 Donnersbach Recreation Area

Great lake resort with a playhouse,
water trampoline, giant playing field,
bounce castle, football, tennis court,
beach-volleyball court.
Info: Tel. 06454/7515 or 73808
6 Aich Lake
For our little captains: the Aich Ark!
Raft Island, wooden adventure play-
ground, trampoline, giant sand box,
kids’ programs. Info: Tel. 03686/4305
Beach-volleyball court, playground, soccer
pitch, tennis courts, summer ice-stock.
Info: Tel. 03682/23999
20 Putterersee Aigen im Ennstal
Warmest alpine moorland lake in Styria.
Separate children’s area, boats, beach
volleyball, windsurfing, giant trampoline.
Info: Tel. 03682/22520
Small swimming area. Opportunities for
basketball, table tennis, trampolining,
soccer. Info: Tel. 03683/2215
22 Donnersbachwald Recreation Area
Swimming lake, beach-volleyball court,
playground. Natural biotope also with
fishing opportunities.
Info: Tel. 03680/20124
X location – refer to map on pp. 8-9

Party atmosphere for you and your Idyllic relaxation at the natural Action, fun and cool wet water at the Boundless aquatic fun – promised
friends – at the lake in Pichl. swimming lake in Aich. Irdning recreation area. to you by the Putterersee in Aigen.

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Haus im Ennstal: Whenever you are ready to squeeze in one day of pure R&R,
we would recommend the pleasantly warm waters of our outdoor pool.

Heated Outdoor Pools

… they extend your summer vacation and add even more fun

2 Schladming Adventure Pool
In- and outdoor pool with an extra-wide
slide, giant slide, play stream, trampoline,
beach volleyball, football corner, play-
ground. Info: Tel. 03687/23271
5 Haus im Ennstal Adventure Pool
Great adventure pool with giant slide,
beach volleyball and two children’s pools
with a sun sail.
Info: Tel. 03686/2511 or 2234-34
9 Gröbming Swimming Pool 13 Nature Park & Mössna Outdoor Pool
Newly constructed swimming pool Swim close to nature in the Sölktäler
on the edge of Gröbming with diving­­ Nature Park. Info: Tel. 03685/20903
platform and double slide.
Tel. 0676/848676606. Opens 12 June 2010 Savings Tip -
the Sommercard
17 Öblarn Swimming Pool The Kids Card lets you enjoy all of the
With an exciting play stream for swimming lakes, outdoor pools, moun-
kids, volleyball and table tennis. tain lifts and much more. As often as you
Info: Tel. 03684/2928 want, however the mood takes you!
More Info:
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 Nature Trails for Young Explorers
Streams, moors, forest, plants and animals – seem them all through your magnifying glass!
Nature has so much to teach us about
life – and we promise, you will never
have to sit at a desk or do any homework.
Guaranteed! Our nature trails feature
interactive info stations and are ideal for
outings with kids.
X Starting point – refer to map on pp. 8-9
Time on Trail
Wild-Water Trail
2 From Schladming, 12 km 4.0 h
3 Riesach Falls Alpine Trail 1.5 h
At a total of 14 info stations, the people of
Untertal tell visitors all about their valley:
the spectacular and the hidden, their lives
and work, fascinating info about the springs
of the Untertal. The adjoining alpine trail –
at the Riesach Falls – requires a degree of
courage and definitely no dizziness issues.
You see, you’ll have to cross a 50 m-long
suspension bridge! You will also encounter
two scenic lookouts and 15 stairways on
your way through the »Hőll«.
Rohrmoos Fairytale Path
3 Rohrmoos, Alte Säge 2-2.5 h
All kinds of surprises await you on the
Fairytale Path in Rohrmoos. This mysteri-
ous path leads through sparse forest
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to a small fairytale world. You’ll pass by
the house of a witch, on your way to meet
Snow White and other figures of fable.
If you make it to the dragon, you will be
able to board the Viking ship and rock
back and forth on an exciting swing.
Mushroom Path
3 Car park by the Hochwurzen lift 1-1.5 h
From the valley station of the Hochwurzen
cable car, the Mushroom Path meanders
off through the forest. Larger-than-life
replicas of native mushrooms and toad-
stools await you and you’ll learn which are
edible and which are not.
Tree-Horoscope Path, Kulm
8 Pruggern 1.0 h
The mysterious fir or the sensitive spruce
– which tree matches your birthday? You
will find your personal Tree of Life along
The alpine trail through the »Hőll« to the Riesachsee
takes you across a breathtaking suspension bridge.
with info boards which explain your per-
sonality, your characteristics, strengths
and weaknesses.
Wondrous Water and
Meat-Eating Plants
11 Schwarzensee, Kleinsölk 2.0 h
14 Bräualm, St. Nikolai 2.0 h
Always keeping things easy to under-
stand, these water-focused paths will
explain about our natural »refrigerators«,
meat-eating plants and the infinite won-
ders of water.
Forest Path
14 Mössna Fire Department, St. Nikolai 1.5 h
Have any idea how many living creatures
are hidden in just one handful of forest
dirt? In an exciting new way, we put the
forest ecosystem under a magnifying
glass.
Children’s creativity finds the room it needs to thrive.
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Excursions into our mountain world for the whole family.
Family Excursion Destinations
quick and easy for everyone to reach
Our family excursion destinations all have
the same things in common: Your destina­
tions are magical alpine valleys or lush green
pastures, and you can reach them easily by
car, chair lift or cable car (as well as on foot,
of course). Cows, sheep and goats – you are
certain to encounter all kinds of loveable
creatures along the way.
1 Almdörfer Reiteralm – Pichl
Adventure playground with a selection
of swings, a rope-climb on a big ball, tree
house, giant trampoline, go-carts, petting
zoo and much more.
1 Ursprungalm – Pichl
This hiking loop recounts the mining
history of the Schladminger Tauern and
shows you original shots from the legen-
dary »Heidi« movie.
2 Schladming – Planai
Hopsi-Kinderland: summit station of the
Planai cable car – playground at 1800 m
Making new animal friends.
above sea level. Planai Panorama Trail:
family path around the summit.
3 Rohrmoos – Untertal
Adventure playground with petting zoo
at the Waldhäuslalm.
3 Rohrmoos – Obertal
· Moosmanderl Path: Lovingly conceived
adventure path for the whole family
(Wehrhofalm).
· Smelter Loop in Obertal: Journey of
discovery in the miners’ footsteps!
5 Hiking Loop on the Hauser Kaibling
Setting out from the summit terminal of
the Schladminger Tauern cable car, you
will circle the top of the Hauser Kaibling.
TIP: Keep your eyes wide open, you might
meet some of the sheep who spend their
summers on the Hauser Kaibling!
Very pleasant refreshment opportunities,
whenever you are ready for a break.
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· A chance to meet Xandi, the pig at the
Schladminger Alm … she loves to be
petted.
· Relaxing hike for the whole family to
the Perneralm. Awaiting you there are
donkeys, ducks and rabbits! Along with a
bowling lane just for kids!
11 Schwarzensee
Where little bunnies, goats and dwarf
hens get to take their vacations –
at the rustic Putzentalalm – and they are
all just waiting for you!
22 Riesneralm-Donnersbachwald
· tierHOLZpark – Over-sized animal
figures, made from native materials, sure
to astonish parents and children alike. As
much as 3 to 4 meters tall, the inside of
each animal also serves as a play house.
·W atch out! Things will get a little »ticklish«!
1st European Barefoot Path across alpine
meadows, moss, slabs of slate and granite
· Krispini, the ghost at the Riesneralm, has
lost the codes for his treasure chest on
the Hochsitz and now he’s asking the
kids for help. And as a special thank-you:
you’ll get a reward from his treasure
chest on the Hochsitz
· Herb Path: In parallel to the kids’ trea-
sure hunt – and especially for nature-
loving parents. Botanical explanations
and tips on the therapeutic effects of a
variety of plants.
(please consult the lift schedule)
23 Planneralm
Robin Hood Land – over hill and dale with
bow and arrow in hand. Adventure play-
ground with Viking house, western fort,
lookout tower, Indian teepees, swings and
a campfire site. Pine distillery, Barefoot
Path and a self-guided herb path.
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Pathways for Prams
Wonderful nature experiences for mom and dad, fresh air and (almost always) a good sleep
for our littlest guests – that’s what our recommended Pathways for Prams promise you!
X Starting point – please refer to map on pp. 8-9
The most beautiful paths on the
Dachstein side of the region
4 Rittisberg-Halseralm-Sonnenalm:
Hiking loop past the Rösteralm.
9 Weyern and Winkl near Gröbming:
Past farmhouses decorated with beautiful
flowers to the entrance of the famous
»Öfen«.
The most beautiful paths on the
Tauern side of the region
1 Reiteralm – See: Easy-to-understand
info boards, rest benches and a lookout
platform on the Reiteralm See.
3 Obertal: Miners’ path from the
Windbacher inn along the banks of the
Obertalbach to the Holdalm (gravel).
3 Untertal: Nicely maintained path
from Tetter Inn to Riesach Waterfalls
(gravel path).
Wild Waters Theme Path.
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Family Happiness in the Styrian Mountains.
2 Wild Waters Hiking Adventure: From
Schladming to Untertal Valley (gravel path).
2 Roman Tour: The Roman Path takes
you along the banks of the Enns River.
7 Steirischer Bodensee: Circumnavigate
this idyllic mountain lake, opportunities
for boat rides and to feed the fish.
5 Weissenbach Kneipp Spa: Short walk
to this open-air Kneipp spa.
5 Gumpental: Footpath through the
Gumpental Valley.
8 Through the Sattental: Beautiful
alpine pastures alongside the Sattental-
bach stream.
10 Michaelerberghaus zur Stiegleralm:
Mountain hiking path at 1,300 m elevation.
17 Walchental: Along the banks of the
Walchen, past historic mining finds –
­­Wayside Altar Trail in the direction of
Englitztal-Ramertal
11 Schwarzensee: From Kleinsölk -
Sölktäler Nature Park to the shores of
the Schwarzensee.
14 Bräualm Area: Pathway alongside
the Bräualmbach stream to the Kreuzsteg
waterfall.
22 Riedleralm: Setting out from Donners-
bachwald (Hinterwald), this path leads out
through refreshing stretches of wood-
lands to the Riedleralm.
20 Putterersee Hike: Sunny tour along
the shores of the Putterersee, with the
option to enjoy a refreshing dip along the
way.
Delicious treats await you at alpine huts along the way.
* Dachsteingle
und Talfahrt

Fun for Kids
Tractor rides, curious exhibitions, Jeep safaris, castle ruins, gorge adventures, climbing
for kids, riding, fishing, etc. – in other words, something for everyone!
13 Schloss Großsölk –
Nature Park House
Medieval Schloss Großsölk is home to
»Natura Mirabilis« and a special theme
exhibition. At the Natura Mirabilis, visitors
get to hear and see natural and cultural
phenomena from the Sölktäler region. In
the Castle Gallery, we are granted glimpses
into an ancient cheese-making tradition.
Also part of the complex are St. Leonhard’s
parish church, the Sölk Jesuit Garden and
a castle cafe with outdoor seating. Daily
except Tue and Fri from 10am – 5pm.
Tel. 0676/9004741 or 03685/20903
Rides on Old-Fashioned Styrian Tractors
15 At the Pürcherhof Farm, across the
Mitterberger Plateau. Tel. 03684/6036
6 Tractor rides (Fridays) with Aigner
Lenz in Aich. Tel. 03686/4567
Mom, now we know who gathers that tasty honey
we put on our toast in the morning!
etscher: Berg-
ist für alle
22 Universum Riesneralm
An inspired, curious exhibition for the whole
family! (please refer to the lift timetable).
Tel. 03680/20124
9 Jeep Safaris
For big and small in the Gröbminger
Land. Info: Tel. 0676/5804524.
24 Wolkenstein Castle Ruins –
Wörschach Gorge
Hike through Wörschach Gorge as far as
Wolkenstein castle ruins, passing a donkey
ranch with donkeys, llamas and goats, which
you are welcome to feed! Tel. 0664/4220265
21 Donnersbach Gorge
Family-friendly, interesting and do-able in
almost all weather conditions. Daily from
May till October, free admission.
Contact: Gasthof Leitner 03683/2267
Look forward to fun-filled tractor rides- just like
in granddaddy’s day.
Kids being kids.
Climbing for Kids
3 Intro to rock-climbing – on the »Weisse
Wand«: Tue, 10am-12pm/1-3pm/3:30-5:30pm,
Thu 1-3pm/3:30-5:30pm.
Registration: Tel. 03687/22777-22.
In rainy weather, in the gymnasium at the
secondary school.
14 Sampler climbing in Sölktäler Nature Park
in Fleiss/St. Nikolai. Info: Tel. 0676/6370970
9 Mini Climbing Course at the Adventure
Park in Gröbming: Tel. 03685/22245
14 High ropes course in Sölktäler Nature
Park in Fleiss/St. Nikolai: Tel. 0676/6370970
3 Archery
Schieplechnerhof: Bruno’s Archery Trail.
Info: Tel. 0664/4038040
Riding
Pony rides, carriage rides available in all of
the region’s villages.
3 Fishing Fun for Young & Old
Waldhäuslalm: a number of other attrac-
tions aside from fishing: Miniature ponies,
donkeys, pigs, peacock, rabbits and much
more. Tel. 03687/615922
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 Swinging from tree to tree
like Tarzan and Jane.
Action-Packed Teen Adventures
Adventure parks, indoor climbing, kids’ rafting, paragliding, alpine slides, a bike park, archery,
skate parks, golf, Internet cafes, cinemas and much more – here with us, there’s definitely no
shortage of outdoor exercise and adventure!
X Starting point – refer to map on pp. 8-9
Adventure Parks
9 Gröbming: 03685/22245
14 Sölktäler Nature Park/St. Nikolai:
0676/6370970
2 Planai: 0699/13012001
Indoor Climbing
5 Climbing wall, Haus im Ennstal.
Info: Tel. 0664/1847262
14 Indoor Climbing Centre, Sölktäler/
St. Nikolai, Info: Tel. 0676/6370970
Rafting
2 Schladming Rafting Tours.
Tel. 0650/3333660
9 BAC Rafting. Tel. 06385/22245
11 Dachstein Tauern Adventure: Tel.
0676/6370970
Paragliding
9 Sky Club Austria: Tel. 03685/22333
4 Aufwind Flight School: Tel.: 03687/81880
2 Airsthetik: Tel. 0660/8877440
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Alpine Slide
3 The world’s first alpine slide is located
For chillin’…
Internet Cafes: Can be found in almost
on the Hochwurzen in Rohrmoos! all the region’s communities. For a com-
Tel. 03687/22042-140 plete listing of all our Internet Corners,
we invite you to check out the latest
2 Planai-Bike Park
edition of our »Infopoint« magazine.
Down-hilling on the world’s fastest ski Cinemas: In Schladming and Gröbming;
mountain! Family course also suitable for Ticket Hotline: 0664/4417216; Movies cur-
kids. Mountain-bike rentals: Intersport rently playing: www.kino-groebming.at
Bachler (main square) Tel. 03687/23243 Star Movie Liezen: Tel. 03612/23823
www.starmovie.at
Archery
23 Planneralm: Tel. 03683/8175
5 Abenteuerhof Schiefer: Tel. 03686/5517
Skate Parks
Can be found in the following villages in
our region: Schladming, Haus, Gröbming
Rafting, canyoning. A splash of real adventure!
Golf
5 Haus im Ennstal Golf & Country Club.
Show us what you are made of on their
18-hole course! Tel. 03686/2630 * Dachsteingletscher: Berg- und Talfahrt ist für alle
19 Schloss Pichlarn Golf & Country Club: Gäste innerhalb von 7 Tagen einmal möglich
Golf-Sampler Lessons, Tel. 03682/244400
 Sensational views from the »Skywalk Platform« on the
Dachstein Glacier.
The Dachstein [elev. 2,996 m]
Get to know the highest
mountain in Styria
Sky Walk
The most spectacular lookout platform
imaginable, often nicknamed »the balcony
of the Alps«. Become a Dachstein sky-
walker yourself as you step out onto the
glass-floored platform – unforgettable
views are guaranteed, both out into the
distance and far below your feet!
The Ice Palace leads you deep inside the
Dachstein
During your tour, you will discover such
attractions as the »Throne Room«, the
»Crystal Cathedral« and the »Blue Salon«.
Take a look into a real glacial crevasse (it’s
safe, we promise). You are certain to be
awestruck. Ice crystals as much as 80 cm
Dachstein Ice Palace: Ice crystals as much as 80 cm
big await visitors in the heart of a glacial crevasse.
in width, completely natural and in the
middle of a glacial crevasse.
Further information about hours and
prices are available by phone,
Tel. 03687/22042800
Aside from hiking, the glacier continues to
be an area for winter sports even in sum-
mer. Unpack your downhill, cross-country
and touring skis or your board, and away
you go! Perfect for sports fans and anyone
who loves the snow.
Summertime destination: Atomic SuperPark.
Just for Boarders:
Atomic SuperPark
In early summer and autumn, this is the
best snow park in the Eastern Alps. Half-
pipe, kickers, corners and rails of all sizes.
Freestyle for everyone, from beginner to
pro.
The world’s biggest snowboard school
The world’s biggest snowboard school
is based in Schladming. Experienced
locals put their know-how to good use in
coaching and snow-park design. The in-
frastructure and an array of services incl.
rental equipment, service, shops, lessons
and coaching are quite unique!
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 Our Cool Weekly Programs
Fully supervised programs – and parents get the day off. Important: Please register one day in advance!
Monday
13 Short hike via the Trail of Legend to
Schloss Großsölk and the Nature Park House
In bad weather: Guided tour of the
castle incl. museum quiz.
Sölktäler Nature Park · 10am – 5pm
0676/9004741 or 03685/20903
3 Wild Wild West
For Indian chiefs and sheriffs · Schladming-
Rohrmoos · 11am – 3pm · 03687/22777-22
22 Scenic Tractor Ride to the Metalsmith
Tour showing manufacture of
clappers for church bells.
Donnersbachwald · 1:30pm · 0676/9390939
20 Let’s Bake Cakes …
At the farm, we’ll all bake tasty
treats together · Aigen im Ennstal · 2pm
03682/28268
11 Secrets of Water
Explorer Day at Sölktäler Nature Park
2 – 5pm · 03685/20903
Mysterious moors: Feel them, sense them
with your own bare feet.
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Tuesday Wednesday
15 Indian Day at the Pürcherhof. 3 Exciting Family Hike to the
Campfire and lots of fun games Duisitzkar – We’ll bake our own bread
Mitterberg · 9am – 4pm · 03685/22131-22 in the midst of a beautiful natural setting.
2 Sampler Riding at the Breilerhof Rohrmoos-Obertal · 10am · 03687/22777-22
3 Mining Adventure at the Holdalm
Schladming-Rohrmoos · 10am – 12pm
03687/22671 Rohrmoos-Obertal · 10am
3 Fun & Adventure Day 03687/22777-22
incl. Sampler Rock-Climbing 23 Robin Hood Fun – over hill and dale,
Rohrmoos-Untertal · 10am – 12pm/1 – 3pm/3:30 with bow and arrow, Planneralm · 2pm
– 5:30pm · 03687/22777-22 · In bad weather: in 03682/8175
the gymnasium at the secondary school I
14 Moorland Adventure and
6 Western Pony Tour – Cowboys &
Meat-Eating Plants
Indians Travel the Peace Path together.
St. Nikolai · Sölktäler Nature Park,
Reiterhof Aigner/Aich · 11am – 3:30pm
2 – 5pm · 03685/20903
03686/4567
9 Ghostly Afternoon at Schloss Thannegg
10 »There’s an herb for everything«
– come see what the castle ghosts are up to!
Trip to Michaelerberg herb farm
Moosheim · 2 – 5pm · 03685/22131-22
1pm · 03685/22131-22
14 From Grain to Flour – tour of the
3 Kids Fest with music, games and
grain mill · Sölktäler Nature Park · 3 –5pm
face painting
03685/20903
at the Waldhäuslalm in Rohrmoos-
Untertal · 3 – 5pm · 03687/22777-22
6 Visit to the Queen Bee
Boo! – we are the castle ghosts and
Aich - Friesach · 4pm · 0664/3918030 everybody is afraid of us!
2 Sampler Riding at the Huberhof
Schladming-Rohrmoos · 2 – 4pm
03687/22777-22
20 Puzzle Tour – Quiz in the Forest
Aigen im Ennstal · possible at any time of day
03682/23999
Visit with the farmer’s wife.
 Ideal in nice weather | Recommended in sunny and rainy weather |
X Town/starting point - refer to map on pp. 8-9 or call the number listed
Thursday
20 Aquatic Fun
Aigen im Ennstal · 9:30am · 03682/23999
5 6 Horse-drawn carriage tour to the
Kneipp spa incl. refreshment stop at a farm
Reiterhof Aigner/Aich · 10am · 03686/4567
22 Archery for Kids (ages 6 to 12)
After getting the basics from a
professional, we’ll begin tracking through
the forest in search of 3D targets. Schladming-
Untertal Schieplechnerhof · 10am – 12pm
03687/22777-22 · In bad weather: Let’s
bake cakes · Lasser Bakery · 10am – 12pm
03687/22777-22
13 Nature Park Laboratory
In- and outdoor program for our
amateur researchers with a variety of
theme modules: Forest, Geology and Water.
Sölktäler Nature Park · 10am – 1pm
Please register one day in advance:
0676/9004741
15 Fun & Games on the Farm
Horses, petting zoo and enjoyable games.
Mitterberg · 10am – 4pm · 03685/22131-22
3 Fun & Adventure Day
incl. Intro to Rock-Climbing
Rohrmoos-Untertal · 1 – 3pm/3:30 – 5:30pm
03687/22777-22 · In bad weather: in the
gymnasium at the secondary school I
5 6 Fun Kids’ Afternoon
At the Haus im Ennstal Adventure Pool or
the lake in Aich · 2 – 4pm · 03686/2234-34
2 Sampler Riding at the Huberhof
Schladming-Rohrmoos · 4 - 6pm
03687/22777-22
Perfect for rainy days
Friday
20 On Nature’s Trail – with Ranger Elfi · Aigen
im Ennstal · 9am · 03682/23999
15 Fun-filled ride out to the Kneipp spa
from Mitterberg · 10am · 03685/22131-22
2 Sampler Riding at the Breilerhof
Schladming-Rohrmoos · 10am – 12pm
03687/22671
1 Plantschi’s Lake Fest –
Lake Olympics incl. face-painting, painting,
water battles, by the lake in Pichl
1:30 – 3:30pm · 06454/7380-8
22 Ride in a Tractor-Pulled Covered Wagon
(lots of animals) · Lärchkaralm, Donnersbach-
wald · Departs 2pm · 0676/9390939
2 Drilling, Hammering, Sawing
At the Kids’ Cabinetmaker’s, we’ll create
small works of art under the watchful eye
of a pro. · Breiler Cabinetmaker’s · 2 – 5pm
03687/22777-22
14 From Grain to Flour
Tour of the Trogermühle in Sölktäler
Nature Park · 3 – 5pm · 03685/20903
5 For Up-and-Coming Rock Jocks
Sharpen your climbing skills on the climbing
wall · Haus im Ennstal · 5 – 6:30pm
0664/1847262
6 Rides with an Old-fashioned Styrian
Tractor – Outings in the surrounding
countryside with lovingly restored antique
tractors. Reiterhof Aigner/Aich · 03686/4567
Indoor climbing, put your skills to the test
(also possible in rainy weather!).
Special Events & Tips
2 Vroni’s Summer Camp for Overweight
Kids Honey for the soul, sports, adventure,
good nutrition, journeys of the imagination
Tel. 0664/1022865
8 Champion Holiday Camp
Adventure camp including climbing, riding,
mountain biking ...
Info/Registration: Tel. 0676/5410490
22 Treasure Hunt with Krispini
The Riesneralm ghost lost all of the com-
binations for his treasure chest on his way
up to the Hochsitz. If you correctly solve
all of the tasks and enter the answers on
the treasure map, you’ll have the right
combination to open the treasure chest on
the Hochsitz and you’ll be able to pull out
some of the »treasure« for yourself.
(please consult the timetable for the Riesneralm Lifts).
Spatz’n Pros
Colorful daily program for the
whole family. Info: Tel. 03682/23999
Important Contact
Information
Hospital: Schladming: 03687/2020
Chemists:
• Edelweiß pharmacy, Schladming: 03687/225770
• Alpen pharmacy, Gröbming: 03685/223060
• Panther pharmacy, Stainach: 03682/22276
Pediatrician:
Dr. Mossier, Gröbming: 03685/23400
Credits: Publisher Schladming-Dachstein Regional Tourism in collaboration with local tourist
offices; Concept, Design: lemon.co.at/Schladming · Photos: Tom Lamm/Ikarus.cc, Herbert
Raffalt/raffalt.com, Christine Höflehner, Hagspiel Photography, Styria Tourism, Reinhard
Lamm, Helmut Strasser, Gernot Langs/lanxx.at, Planai, Archives of the 8 local tourist
offices: Print: Rettenbacher, Schladming · Not liable for research, typesetting and print
errors, may be subject to change.
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