The best playgrounds in Kitzbühel and the surrounding area
What makes the perfect family holiday? Smiling children, fresh mountain air and plenty of space to run, climb, slide and laugh! A visit to the many diverse and creative playgrounds in Kitzbühel offers exactly that – with options tailored to every age. Whether you’re travelling with toddlers or school-aged children, and whatever the weather, the region offers a variety of indoor and outdoor adventures. If you'd prefer to stay close to home, the Grand Tirolia's in-house play areas and professional childcare services provide all-day fun without you even having to leave the hotel.
Mountain Adventure Worlds Around Kitzbühel
Summer is the season for adventure – and what about the Kitzbühel mountains? They transform into a huge alpine playground. From enchanted trails and climbing paths to prehistoric dinosaur parks, the themed mountain playgrounds around Kitzbühel offer fun, creativity and thrills at every turn.
The best thing about it: many of these special places are easily accessible by cable car or start right after a short walk – perfect for families with younger children, strollers, or lots of anticipation in their luggage. Instead of long hikes, the focus here is on the immediate play experience. Romping, puzzling, marveling – and enjoying the mountain air: this is what a carefree summer vacation in Tyrol feels like.
Summer Adventure Streif – Follow the Ski Legends' Trail
Who doesn't know the legendary Streif? In summer, the world's most famous downhill run becomes an interactive discovery trail! With panoramic views, play stations and information points, children can feel like real ski pros — only with hiking boots instead of skis! Nine adventure areas await along the panoramic trail, offering a combination of exercise, fun and learning. From the balance beam to the jumping station and the speed measurement, a family outing here becomes a real adventure. It's a real highlight that combines sporting spirit and nature.
Arrival Tip: Take the Hahnenkamm cable car to the top, stroller-friendly
Distance: approx. 3 km
Kids Climbing Path – Little Mountaineers Wanted!
Courage, skill and fun are all part of the experience on the kids' climbing trail on the Horn, which is ideal for young mountain adventurers! The route takes you across suspension bridges, rope passages and wooden walkways, offering impressive panoramic views of the Kitzbühel Alps at every turn. The family-friendly climbing elements promote balance, coordination and self-confidence. If you need a break, you can rest at the viewing points or look out for animals along the way.
Arrival Tip: Hornbahn Kitzbühel – the course starts right at the top station
Distance: approx. 3 km
Gaisberg Kirchberg – puzzle fun and sliding enjoyment
Combine brainpower with action! On this tour, families work together to solve creative tasks and are rewarded with super-fast slides at the end. The puzzle trail offers an exciting mix of nature discovery, teamwork and fun, making it ideal for energetic, curious kids. The stations encourage playful thinking and get everyone moving. This makes the Gaisberg one of the most exciting playgrounds in the Kitzbühel area.
Arrival Tip: Gaisbergbahn Kirchberg – puzzle trail starts at the top station
Distance: approx. 13 km
Ellmi's Magic World – Magical adventure playground in the Alps
With a dragon, an enchanted forest and plenty of play areas, every day in Ellmi's Magic World is like a fairy tale. The imaginatively designed play areas encourage children to join in, marvel and fantasise, offering slides, towers, water games and much more. The concept of learning, discovering and laughing through play makes Ellmi's Magic World one of the most popular themed playgrounds in Tyrol. It's perfect for little dreamers and big adventurers.
Arrival Tip: Hartkaiserbahn Ellmau – straight into the magic!
Distance: approx. 22 km
Hexenwasser Söll – nature, water and amazement for children
Water, forests and science – Hexenwasser is like an interactive nature laboratory! Wade barefoot through the stream, try out the singing bowls or consult the witch's oracle. Here, you can learn, laugh and marvel. With over 60 interactive stations, you can enjoy hours of discovery, from water games and adventure trails to the mystical witch's path. Here, your excursion becomes a fun-filled learning experience. For many families, this is the highlight of the nature education adventure sites near Kitzbühel.
Arrival Tip: Hochsöllbahn – adventure starts at the top
Distance: approx. 31 km
Triassic Park Waidring – dinosaur adventure for the whole family
Roar! Triassic Park takes you back millions of years. Here, you can encounter life-sized dinosaurs, explore caves, enjoy the water park and test your courage on the Skywalk. The park has both indoor and outdoor areas, where you can dig up fossils, follow an educational trail about the geological eras, and visit interactive knowledge stations. It's an exciting destination that combines play, learning and adventure, and is a must for dinosaur fans among the playgrounds in the wider Kitzbühel area.
Arrival Tip: Steinplatte Waidring gondola – and the dino journey begins
Distance: approx. 38 km
Hornpark climbing forest – fly high with Flying Fox
Fancy a real high-altitude adventure? The Hornpark climbing forest in St. Johann has a high ropes course with over 85 elements of varying difficulty, which is perfect for brave children aged six and over and adventurous adults. The fast-paced Flying Fox over the Angereralmsee lake is particularly popular. It requires balance, skill and a little courage – and that's what makes it so much fun! The Hornpark is an ideal place for families to get active together and reach new heights.
Arrival Tip: Harschbichlbahn to mid-station, short walk to the course
Distance: approx. 20 km
Resterkogel water adventure – marvel, play, splash around
What does a mountain stream sound like? How does a spring form? Which floats better: a leaf or a stone? At the Resterkogel, water takes on a whole new dimension! The lovingly designed adventure trail brings to life the fundamental and fascinating role of water in the Alps. Children can build their own watercourses, observe the power of flowing water, and discover new and exciting details at every station. This unique experience combines nature education with pure fun, making it a highlight for curious kids and a refreshing destination on warm summer days.
Arrival Tip: Panoramabahn Kitzbühel-Mittersill – right to the top
Distance: approx. 30 km
Mountain carting in St. Johann – race downhill at breakneck speed!
Mountain carting in St. Johann is all about speed, control and a big grin. It involves hurtling downhill at full speed and having loads of fun. The three-wheeled carts are easy to steer, stable, safe and great fun for children aged six and over when accompanied by an adult. The route takes you along wide gravel paths, serpentine bends and flat curves, offering the best views of the valley. It's an experience that perfectly combines action, nature and adrenaline!
Arrival Tip: Bergbahn St. Johann – ride up by gondola, down by cart
Distance: approx. 20 km
Alpinolino Westendorf – Animal puzzles and fun in nature
Attention, nature lovers! At Alpinolino Westendorf, families can enjoy an interactive adventure trail that combines play, learning, and observing nature in an exciting way. Little explorers can solve animal puzzles, visit observation points and learn about alpine wildlife in a fun way. Creative playgrounds and magnificent viewpoints provide the perfect opportunity to relax and take in the scenery, making it an ideal half-day destination for families with pre-school and primary school children.
Arrival Tip: Alpenrosenbahn Westendorf – start the trail at the top
Distance: approx. 18 km
Indoor and outdoor fun in the Pillerseetal family region
The Pillerseetal family resort combines indoor and outdoor adventure areas, making the leisure park a popular destination whatever the weather. The spacious indoor area features trampolines, soft play areas, a bobby car track and an adventure maze, ensuring endless fun. Outside, there are roller coasters, a whitewater ride, a climbing volcano and a pirate ship swing. It is ideal for children aged 3 to 12.
Arrival Tip: Approx. 30 min by car, parking available at the entrance
Distance: approx. 25 km