Kitzbühel
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann • only 20 minutes to Kitzbühel • Hiking and climbing at the Wilder Kaiser • SuperSki Card ski pass with 2,750 km of slopes
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann • only 20 minutes to Kitzbühel • Hiking and climbing at the Wilder Kaiser • SuperSki Card ski pass with 2,750 km of slopes
Zillertal
1,300 km of bike tours • Top bike destination in the Alps • Hiking & climbing • 179 lifts / 508 km of slopes • Only 600 m to the Hochzillertal ski area • 10 min to the Zillertal Arena
1,300 km of bike tours • Top bike destination in the Alps • Hiking & climbing • 179 lifts / 508 km of slopes • Only 600 m to the Hochzillertal ski area • 10 min to the Zillertal Arena
Bad Kleinkirchheim / Carinthia
In town: St. Kathrein Thermal Spa & Römerbad • 15 minutes from the most beautiful bathing lakes in Carinthia • incl. Sunshine Card • September & October including Carinthia Card with free cable car & more
In town: St. Kathrein Thermal Spa & Römerbad • 15 minutes from the most beautiful bathing lakes in Carinthia • incl. Sunshine Card • September & October including Carinthia Card with free cable car & more
Garmisch
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park with views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze • 5km to Garmisch-Partenkirchen • Eibsee • Partnachklamm • Near the hotel: heated outdoor pool, sports center
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park with views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze • 5km to Garmisch-Partenkirchen • Eibsee • Partnachklamm • Near the hotel: heated outdoor pool, sports center
Stubai Valley / NEW: now open
Open since November 15, 2024 • Skiing at over 3,000 m • Austria's largest glacier • 4 ski areas • Alpine pastures and mountain lakes • Stubai High Trail • Schlick 2000 Bike Park
Open since November 15, 2024 • Skiing at over 3,000 m • Austria's largest glacier • 4 ski areas • Alpine pastures and mountain lakes • Stubai High Trail • Schlick 2000 Bike Park
Oberstdorf
Germany's southernmost holiday resort • perfect starting point for mountain hikes and bike tours • 200 km of hiking trails at all altitudes • Germany's largest and highest ski area
Germany's southernmost holiday resort • perfect starting point for mountain hikes and bike tours • 200 km of hiking trails at all altitudes • Germany's largest and highest ski area
Montafon
Piz Buin, Silvretta-Montafon with 300km of ski slopes • Silvretta High Alpine Road • directly at the Mountain Beach, 270km of bike trails
Piz Buin, Silvretta-Montafon with 300km of ski slopes • Silvretta High Alpine Road • directly at the Mountain Beach, 270km of bike trails
Hinterstoder
Ideal location at the valley station of the Hinterstoder cable car • Just a few steps from the village center • Active Card: 40 free and 20 bonus services daily
Ideal location at the valley station of the Hinterstoder cable car • Just a few steps from the village center • Active Card: 40 free and 20 bonus services daily
Neuschwanstein
At the Alpspitzbahn in Nesselwang with summer tobogganing & Alpspitzkick • only 20 minutes to the royal castles • slopes, ski school, children's ski area & daily night skiing directly at the hotel
At the Alpspitzbahn in Nesselwang with summer tobogganing & Alpspitzkick • only 20 minutes to the royal castles • slopes, ski school, children's ski area & daily night skiing directly at the hotel
Berchtesgaden
A few minutes from the famous Königssee • Berchtesgaden National Park • Watzmann • Kehlsteinhaus • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine • Outdoor pool only 200 m away • NEW: Jenner cable car
A few minutes from the famous Königssee • Berchtesgaden National Park • Watzmann • Kehlsteinhaus • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine • Outdoor pool only 200 m away • NEW: Jenner cable car
Ötztal
AREA 47 • 1,600 km of hiking trails • 870 km of mountain bike routes • WIDIVERSUM • Ötzi Village • Umhausen Birds of Prey Park • Stuibenfall
AREA 47 • 1,600 km of hiking trails • 870 km of mountain bike routes • WIDIVERSUM • Ötzi Village • Umhausen Birds of Prey Park • Stuibenfall
Family time in Bad Kleinkirchheim
Family holidays in Bad Kleinkirchheim, children's holidays in Carinthia
The Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim is located in sunny Carinthia. Learn about Heidi's life, bake your own stick bread with your family, or take a family hike to sparkling lakes. An unforgettable holiday awaits you in the Bad Kleinkirchheim World Cup region, even in winter. Become an explorer and explore the Carinthian Nockberge Mountains!
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Children's ski pass for only €1 per day!
Families, listen up: In Bad Kleinkirchheim, children ski for only €1 per day – perfect for an unforgettable AND affordable winter holiday!
✔ Valid for 6 days
✔ Total price: only €6
✔ For children up to 11 years old
You can easily add the ski pass under "Extras" when booking a 7-night stay.
Ski slopes or thermal baths: Alternatively, the pass also grants admission to the Römerbad Thermal Baths in Bad Kleinkirchheim.
This offer is valid until March 6, 2026.
Children's holidays in Carinthia's winter
There's plenty to discover on your family vacation in Carinthia in winter! Explore your holiday region around the Sporthotel in Bad Kleinkirchheim with a horse-drawn carriage ride. Want to leave tracks in the snow like the horses do? Then rent snowshoes and trudge through the snow of the Nockberge Biosphere Park. Warm up with a hot chocolate at one of the 23 huts before starting a snowball fight with your children.
Family-friendly ski area
Would you rather whizz down the mountains on two skis? No problem! Over 100 kilometers of particularly family-friendly slopes offer maximum skiing fun. As test winners for family friendliness, the Bad Kleinkirchheim ski area and the Heidi Alm ski area offer fantastic, wide slopes where beginners and advanced skiers alike can have tons of fun. Does your child want to become a real ski pro? Then head to a ski course. Even the littlest ones from the age of 3 can gain their first experiences in the ski kindergarten.
Winter experiences for the whole family
Tobogganing in Bad Kleinkirchheim
During your family holiday you can choose between 4 different natural toboggan runs in the Bad Kleinkirchheim region.
Artificial ice skating rink at the Bad Kleinkirchheim spa park
On the artificial ice rink in the Bad Kleinkirchheim spa park, right next to your hotel, you can do your pirouettes or at least make friends with the penguins :)
Nocky Flitzer
The Nocky Flitzer year-round toboggan run on the family mountain Turracher Höhe in Carinthia runs for 1.6 km with a lot of curves, roundabouts and waves.
Kaiserburg Bob
The Kaiserburg Bob in Bad Kleinkirchheim is Carinthia's first roller bobsleigh run, located at the valley station of the Kaiserburgbahn cable car. It offers a 1.4 km descent down the mountain year-round.
St. Kathrein Thermal Baths
The St. Kathrein thermal baths in Bad Kleinkirchheim offer you and your family action and relaxation all year round in an inviting bathing landscape.
Trekking tours with llamas and alpacas in Lamaland
Lamaland in the Gailtal Valley in Carinthia offers various trekking tours with llamas and alpacas for all ages and fitness levels.
Nockalm Reptile Zoo
At the Nockalm Reptile Zoo in Carinthia, you will find 130 indoor and outdoor terrariums on 1000m², mainly native reptiles and guftsnake species from all over the world.
Sommeregg Castle
Sommeregg Castle not only houses a gruesome torture museum, but also regular knightly games and a knightly castle restaurant.
Heidi Alm ski area
The ski area for children and families at Falkert in Carinthia with 11 kilometers of slopes and 2 drag lifts.
Sagamundo in Döbriach
At Sagamundo on Lake Millstatt in Carinthia, you can follow in the footsteps of over 30 Carinthian legends and experience their protagonists on two different levels.
Granatium Radenthein
What's that sparkling so beautifully? Discover the "blood drops of the Nockberge" at Granatium Radenthein, the world of garnet gemstones.
Observation tower at Pyramidenkogel
The observation tower on the Pyramidenkogel in Carinthia is 100 metres high and is the highest wooden observation tower in the world.
Nockberge Biosphere Reserve
The UNESCO-protected Nockberge Biosphere Reserve in Carinthia offers you a unique nature experience full of biodiversity and culture.
Ice skating on Lake Weissensee
On Lake Weissensee in Carinthia, you can comfortably skate on natural ice in winter when the ice cover is thick enough.
Goldeck ski area
In Carinthia's sunniest ski area, 25 km of perfectly groomed ski slopes and a total of 6 lifts await you and your family.
Gerlitzen ski area
In the Gerlitzen ski area on the south side of the Alps, 45 kilometers of snow-covered slopes, 29 runs, and 20 lifts are waiting just for you!
Turracher Höhe ski area
The Turracher Höhe ski area, at 1,763 m above sea level, is one of the most snow-sure ski regions in Austria and offers endless fun, especially for families!
Bad Kleinkirchheim ski area
In the Bad Kleinkirchheim ski area in Carinthia, skier dreams come true! On 6 peaks, 103 km of slopes, and the longest runs in Carinthia, your skiing heart can truly let loose.
Porcia Castle
Porcia Castle, built by Italian architects, is open to visitors free of charge throughout the year
Brennsee
Nestled amidst the Nockberge mountains, the Brennsee lake impresses as one of the most beautiful lakes in Austria, especially with its crystal-clear water.
Lake Afritz
This natural swimming lake near Villach in Carinthia offers plenty of variety for the whole family.
Lake Ossiach
Lake Ossiach is the largest of the nine bathing lakes in the Carinthian region. This lake is surrounded by the Gerlitzen hiking and skiing area and the Ossiacher Tauern mountains.
Lake Millstatt
Lake Millstatt is located in southern Carinthia and, due to its proximity to Italy, has an almost tropical climate.
Your hotel for family holidays in the Nock Mountains
What will be your first family adventure? We're sure to have the perfect offer!
The Explorer Hotel isn't a resort or a typical family hotel; instead, you and your entire family can embark on an adventure in the surrounding mountains.
Happy Family Deal - 1 Room
✔ 1 child up to 17 years free
✔ from 1 night
✔ limited offer
Happy Family Deal - 2 rooms
✔ Up to 4 children
✔ Children's room with up to 50% discount
✔ from 1 night
Family room
As you know, all rooms at Explorer Hotels are the same size. However, there are a limited number of connecting rooms available. :-) This allows you to easily move from one room to the other if two rooms are adjacent. There are also rooms with a bedside drawer, so three people can stay in one room.
Perfect family holiday in summer around the Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim
For family holidays, two summer cable cars and 24 winter cable cars offer the ultimate mountain experience. Use the Sonnenschein Card, which is included at the Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim, and experience the Active Family Program.
The Brunnach Biosphere Park cable car takes you to the Bad Kleinkirchheim Active Park. There, you'll test your agility and coordination on a variety of exercises at almost 2,000 meters above sea level. Curious? If the weather doesn't cooperate, there are two thermal baths right in town for endless water fun: the St. Kathrein Thermal Baths, directly across from the hotel, and the Roman Baths near the Kaiserburg cable car.
Looking for even more swimming fun? Then Carinthia is the place for you! The state of 1,000 lakes offers super clean and pleasantly warm swimming lakes around Bad Kleinkirchheim. How about surfing on Lake Brennsee, swimming in Lake Ossiach, or a boat trip on Lake Millstatt?
You haven't been to Bad Kleinkirchheim if you've missed the Kaiserburg Bob. A rollercoaster experience with panoramic views. And the 800 km of marked hiking trails around the Carinthian Nockberge Mountains (many stroller-friendly) ensure every child falls into bed exhausted but happy in the evening. The family-friendly Explorer Hotel is the perfect accommodation for your mountain adventures in Austria.
Family experiences in summer
Nocky Flitzer
The Nocky Flitzer year-round toboggan run on the family mountain Turracher Höhe in Carinthia runs for 1.6 km with a lot of curves, roundabouts and waves.
Kaiserburg Bob
The Kaiserburg Bob in Bad Kleinkirchheim is Carinthia's first roller bobsleigh run, located at the valley station of the Kaiserburgbahn cable car. It offers a 1.4 km descent down the mountain year-round.
Flow Country Trail Bad Kleinkirchheim
Forget about the fact that you can only hike in Bad Kleinkirchheim! Europe's longest Flow Country Trail is just a few hundred meters from the Explorer Hotel.
Alpine Wildlife Park Feld am See
Discover the wildlife park in Feld am See near Bad Kleinkirchheim with 30 different wild and domestic animal breeds and a petting zoo.
St. Kathrein Thermal Baths
The St. Kathrein thermal baths in Bad Kleinkirchheim offer you and your family action and relaxation all year round in an inviting bathing landscape.
Trekking tours with llamas and alpacas in Lamaland
Lamaland in the Gailtal Valley in Carinthia offers various trekking tours with llamas and alpacas for all ages and fitness levels.
Nockalm Reptile Zoo
At the Nockalm Reptile Zoo in Carinthia, you will find 130 indoor and outdoor terrariums on 1000m², mainly native reptiles and guftsnake species from all over the world.
Sommeregg Castle
Sommeregg Castle not only houses a gruesome torture museum, but also regular knightly games and a knightly castle restaurant.
Adler Arena Landskron Castle
In the Eagle Arena in Landskron Castle on Lake Ossiach in Carinthia you can observe the kings of the skies up close.
Sagamundo in Döbriach
At Sagamundo on Lake Millstatt in Carinthia, you can follow in the footsteps of over 30 Carinthian legends and experience their protagonists on two different levels.
Heidi Alm Falkert
The only Heidi Alm in the world extends over 3 hectares and impresses with a diverse family program
Granatium Radenthein
What's that sparkling so beautifully? Discover the "blood drops of the Nockberge" at Granatium Radenthein, the world of garnet gemstones.
Club Aktiv Mölltal (CAM)
Whether canyoning, rafting, paintball or climbing park - at the Aktiv Club Mölltal in Flattach you can expect pure adrenaline and action!
Adventure Park Forest High Ropes Course Gerlitzen
At the middle station of the Kanzelbahn you will find Carinthia's highest forest high ropes course with 15 courses and over 160 stations for all ages.
Observation tower at Pyramidenkogel
The observation tower on the Pyramidenkogel in Carinthia is 100 metres high and is the highest wooden observation tower in the world.
Nockberge Biosphere Reserve
The UNESCO-protected Nockberge Biosphere Reserve in Carinthia offers you a unique nature experience full of biodiversity and culture.
Diving Weissensee
Diving Weissensee, the diving school on Lake Weissensee in Carinthia, takes you into the underwater world of the "Caribbean of the Alps"
Porcia Castle
Porcia Castle, built by Italian architects, is open to visitors free of charge throughout the year
Celtic World Frög
In the open-air museum Kärnten Frög in Carinthia you will find old graves, jewelry and weapons from the time of the Celts
Brennsee
Nestled amidst the Nockberge mountains, the Brennsee lake impresses as one of the most beautiful lakes in Austria, especially with its crystal-clear water.
Lake Afritz
This natural swimming lake near Villach in Carinthia offers plenty of variety for the whole family.
Lake Ossiach
Lake Ossiach is the largest of the nine bathing lakes in the Carinthian region. This lake is surrounded by the Gerlitzen hiking and skiing area and the Ossiacher Tauern mountains.
Lake Millstatt
Lake Millstatt is located in southern Carinthia and, due to its proximity to Italy, has an almost tropical climate.
Nockalm Road
The 34 km long Alpine Road in the Carinthian Nock Mountains offers not only action-packed fun for bikers but also many attractions for young and old!
Bike Area in Obermillstatt
Perfect lines, safe landings & plenty of flow – the Obermillstatt Bike Area is ready to ride from June 2025!
Family tours in Bad Kleinkirchheim
Mountain bike
3 Lakes Bike Tour - perfect for families
Family bike tour in Bad Kleinkirchheim - Family vacation in Carinthia
Hike
Family hike St. Oswald
Hiking with children in Bad Kleinkirchheim - Family holidays at the Explorer Hotel
Hike
Family hike to the Granattor
Hiking with family in Bad Kleinkirchheim - Holiday at the Explorer Hotel Austria
Hike
Circular hike St. Oswald - Mallnock - Klomnock
Natural hiking trail via Mallnock and Klomnock starting at Brunnachhöhe
Hike
Scenic family hike to the Arkerkopf
The hike to the Arkerkopf is also feasible for smaller hikers and is a wonderful hike for the whole family.