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 vacation: Discover the Alps with the children
Pack your backpack, lace up your shoes – let’s go!
Autumn holidays at the Explorer Hotel = your base camp in the heart of the Alps. From here, you can head straight into colorful forests, to wild waterfalls, or take the cable car up high. And best of all: everything is family-friendly and easily accessible.
Family activities in the Alpine regions
🚶♂️ Little hikers, big adventures
From leisurely walking paths to easy panoramic trails:
- Nature trails where kids can discover through play
- Adventure trails with themed stations (animals, fairy tales, water)
- Alpine hikes with a stop at a hut for hot chocolate and Kaiserschmarrn (sweet pancakes)
🌊 Water action
Autumn + water = pure adventure!
- Marvel at waterfalls & explore gorges
- Barefoot paths & small streams for splashing around
- Boat trips or lake walks with stroller-friendly paths
Cultural excursion destinations
Culture? Boring! Not at these excursion destinations - learn more about cows, goblins, and Ötzi the Iceman in a fun way. Every region offers exciting insights.
#1 Oberstdorf/Neuschwanstein: Do you know how much a cow weighs or how much it eats per day? No? Find out at the "Allgäu Mountain Farmers' Museum": https://www.explorer-hotels.com/erlebnisse/allgaeuer-bergbauernmuseum-3510.html?jz=sommer - fun for all ages.
#2 Bad Kleinkirchheim: Discover the goblins and fairies in the mountainous plain together at "Sagamundo": https://www.explorer-hotels.com/erlebnisse/sagamundo-doebriach-3707.html?jz=sommer or dive into the lake plain with the Millstätter Seenixe.
#3 Ötztal: You've probably heard of the Iceman, "Ötzi." Visit the "Ötzi Village": https://www.explorer-hotels.com/erlebnisse/oetzi-dorf-3652.html?jz=sommer with exciting children's tours and puzzles about the Stone Age.
#4 Zillertal: See how dairy products are made at the adventure dairy, from raw milk to finished cheese, and sample the delicacies on site!
The deal for your family vacation:
Happy Family Deal - 1 Room
✔ 1 child up to 17 years free
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Happy Family Deal - 2 rooms
✔ Up to 4 children
✔ Children's room with up to 50% discount
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🚠 Aim high
The cable cars take you to lofty heights with ease:
- Playgrounds, observation towers, and adventure parks await you at the top.
- Discover the first snowfields – perfect for mini snowball fights.
- Picnic with a stunning mountain backdrop.
🦌 Discover nature
Autumn is animal season! Right outside the hotel door, you'll find:
- Wildlife parks & petting zoos
- Farm experiences for kids
- Deer and marmots in the wild (with a little luck 😉)
NATURE Experiences with animals
"Look, there's an eagle flying! Do you hear the owl calling?" If you're a wildlife enthusiast, we have the ultimate tips!
#1 Ötztal: Experience spectacular flight demonstrations at the "Umhausen Birds of Prey Park": https://www.explorer-hotels.com/erlebnisse/oetztaler-greifvogelpark-umhausen-3704.html?jz=sommer or follow the educational trail on the history of falconry. Look forward to seeing vultures, kites, owls, falcons, and buzzards.
#2 Kitzbühel: Can't get enough of animals? Then head to the "Aurach Wildlife Park": https://www.explorer-hotels.com/erlebnisse/wildpark-aurach-tirol-3766.html?jz=winter, where red deer, lynx, wild cats, alpacas, and snowy owls await you!
#3 Montafon: Fluffy, cute, and they love to hike! Join us on a llama hike in the Vorarlberg mountains!
#4 Bad Kleinkirchheim: Are you brave and not afraid of snakes and other reptiles? Then pay a visit to the Nockalm Reptile Zoo. Who dares to touch the snakes?
🛋️ And after that?
Return to the Explorer Hotel, hit the sauna, or simply relax in the family room or lounge. This is the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Top experiences for families:
Bad KleinkirchheimKaiserburg 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.
Bad KleinkirchheimSt. 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.
Bad KleinkirchheimNockalm 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.
HinterstoderPanorama indoor swimming pool Spital am Pyhrn
At the Panorama Indoor Pool, swimming fun is the name of the game!
Parents and children will find relaxation and plenty of swimming fun here all year round – including panoramic views!
NeuschwansteinNeuschwanstein Castle
King Ludwig II of Bavaria (yes, the crazy fairytale king) built what is probably Germany's most famous castle in 1896 to create a retreat for himself.
HinterstoderEurothermen Resort in Bad Hall
The Mediterrana thermal spa in Bad Hall in Upper Austria offers you a great opportunity to take a break during your holiday in Hinterstoder - all year round!
HinterstoderHinterstoder high ropes course
The Hinterstoder high ropes course in Upper Austria consists of nine levels and offers lots of fun and action for your family afternoon in Hinterstoder.
HinterstoderHexenkessel rock high ropes course
Accompanied by a professional guide, you'll set off on your journey through the high ropes course in Hinterstoder. Highlight: An impressive whitewater gorge awaits you!
HinterstoderAlpine Coaster at Wurbauerkogel in Windischgarsten
Three roundabouts, seven banked curves, ten waves, six bridges and three jumps - that's what awaits you on your fast ride on the Alpine Coaster in Windischgarsten.
HinterstoderStoderer Dolomitensteig
This panoramic circular trail on the Stoderer Dolomitensteig offers a breathtaking landscape experience at every turn and rewards you with a fantastic view.
HinterstoderLimestone Alps National Park
The Kalkalpen National Park covers an area of 209 km² and is thus the largest contiguous forest area in Austria.
HinterstoderMuseum "Between Heaven and Earth"
If you know the name Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner, then you must visit the museum "Between Heaven and Earth" in Upper Austria.
HinterstoderPoacher Museum Molln
The Poachers' Museum is a unique museum in Upper Austria that tells the story of the mountain rebels.
NeuschwansteinLina Laune Land
In this 4,000 m² indoor playground, lots of fun and adventure await all little explorers.
Bad KleinkirchheimLake Millstatt
Lake Millstatt is located in southern Carinthia and, due to its proximity to Italy, has an almost tropical climate.
HinterstoderPießling origin
The Pießling Ursprung is a great destination for your holiday in Upper Austria, especially on hot summer days!
BerchtesgadenJenner Mountain
The cable car in the immediate vicinity of the Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden in Schönau am Königssee goes up to the mountain station at 1,800 m.
Bad KleinkirchheimNockalm 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!
GarmischAlpine Coaster in the family leisure area in Oberammergau
May we introduce: The new Alpine Coaster at the Kolbensattel in Oberammergau. From the Kolbensattel Hut, it races back down to the valley at a top speed of 40 km/h.
GarmischArchery course in the family leisure area in Oberammergau
An experience for all ages! An exciting and diverse outdoor recreation area for the whole family at the Kolbensattel in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park.
KitzbuehelThe Streif descent
The Streif is considered one of the most challenging downhill runs in the world. During the Hahnenkamm race, international alpine skiers give it their all on the Streif! The Streif is not only worth seeing in winter, but also in summer.
Hike through the Leutasch Ghost Gorge in Mittenwald
The Leutasch Ghost Gorge in Mittenwald near the Explorer Hotel Garmisch is probably one of the most popular attractions in the Karwendel Alpine World.
NeuschwansteinForest Adventure Center Füssen-Ziegelwies
The Ziegelwies Forest Adventure Center is a very special place. A diverse forest area promises many adventures, both big and small, for the whole family.
StubaitalNew suspension bridge in the Stubai Valley
The new suspension bridge on the Sunnseit'n Weg trail in the Stubai Valley in the Tyrolean Alps offers impressive views over Neustift. A highlight for nature lovers and adventurers.
Bad KleinkirchheimBike Area in Obermillstatt
Perfect lines, safe landings & plenty of flow – the Obermillstatt Bike Area is ready to ride from June 2025!
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