The Kaunertal for families and children
What will make your family holiday in Tyrol unforgettable
The nature park and glacier region for every age
The Kaunertal has something for families in every season. In summer, the Kaunertal Glacier Road beckons with special hiking trails and a walkable crevasse, while the village of Fendels makes for a wonderful summer base.
Come winter, the Kaunertal Glacier and Fendels skiing areas, natural toboggan runs, and snowshoe hiking routes are all waiting to be explored. And throughout it all, the Kaunergrat Nature Park is definitely a year-roung highlight not to be missed.
Summer holidays with the whole family in the Kaunertal
Enjoy summer with your loved ones to the fullest in the mountains of Tyrol! Special climbing courses and adventure trails will keep the kids excited. Have your children always wanted to try scramble up a mountain? The Kaunertal offers the perfect setting and the local mountain guides provide the necessary skills.
Watch your little ones become big explorers at Kaunergrat Nature Park! On special adventure trails, children learn more about the mountains, plants and animals in the nature park and glacier region. Uncover the secrets of the Piller Moor, learn how to build a fire, and round off an eventful day of discovery toasting bread over the open flames. Sounds fantastic? That's because it is!
Special family moments on the Kaunertal Glacier
The Kaunertal Glacier Road and Glacier Park are the highlights of the region and make any family holiday all the more exciting! Even the journey to the valley becomes part of the adventure - with breathtaking views and a detective game to keep the whole family entertained along the way. And once you arrive at the glacier car park and get to walk through a real crevasse, your kids will surely be thrilled!
Little hint: the Glacier Park Card and the Summercard GOLD are your tickets to Tyrol's unique natural paradise! With these cards, you can not only travel on the Glacier Road and visit the Glacier Park, but also many other destinations in the region at reduced prices or even completely free of charge!
Summer highlights of the nature park and glacier region
Family adventures await around every corner of the Kaunertal — that much is certain! What you make of your summer holiday, though, is entirely up to you. With a wealth of activities and attractions across the nature park and glacier region, the possibilities are endless. Make this the summer holiday your family will talk about for years to come.
Look forward to these and other family highlights in summer:
- Kids climbing the Holderli Seppl via ferrata
- Mining trail with viewing platform
- Adventure hike through the Gallruth tunnel
- Walk-in crevasse with free guided tour
- Fendels with a varied family programme
- Summercard with plenty of discounts
- Family programme for parents & kids
A quick look not enough? Read more about the many special summer experiences for families. One thing is for sure: summer in the Kaunertal will be anything but boring!
Experience winter in the Kaunertal with your children
The nature park and glacier region has earned its reputation as a winter wonderland - and the Kaunertal is where you'll feel the magic of a Tyrolean winter most keenly. It's an experience that captivates all ages, and your family will be no exception. With two extraordinary ski areas and so much more besides, everything is in place for the perfect winter family holiday.
Family destination for skiers and ice climbers in Tyrol
Does your family love skiing? In the Kaunertal, your ski pass grants you entry to two unique winter destinations! The Kaunertal Glacier attracts skiers with its extra wide slopes and the Snowpark is well-known by snowboarders and freestylers far beyond the country's borders. Fendels, meanwhile, is a bit quieter, but therefore especially family-friendly.
Did you know that the Kaunertal is a true haven for ice climbers? Why not rise to the challenge and take on the vertical ice yourself? Ice climbing may not be for the little ones, but older children and their parents are in for an unforgettable experience. The recipe for a perfect family climbing adventure is simple: the right course and a good measure of courage! Contact the Kaunertal mountain guides for everything you need to know.
Family holiday in Tyrol with numerous winter highlights
From cross-country skiing to curling to winter hiking and snowshoeing to sledging to ice climbing: there's always something going on in a Kaunertal winter! This winter wonderland has a way of captivating the whole family - and it's not hard to see why. If time off means family time for you, you've come to the right place: the nature park and glacier region has something truly compelling to offer every generation.
These family-friendly deals make your winter holiday special:
- Skiing fun on the wide slopes of the Kaunertal Glacier
- The small, yet beloved Fendels family ski area
- Free Bambini pass for all young holidaymakers up to 10 years of age
- Numerous natural toboggan runs and cross-country trails
- Night skiing and night tobogganing on certain days
Get into the mood for your family holiday in Tyrol with more information on winter adventures for families in the Kaunertal. You're sure to find plenty of highlights to look forward to for you and your loved ones!
Year-round family programme at Kaunergrat Nature Park
Whether summer or winter, Kaunergrat Nature Park is perfect for families year-round! It is a great place for your little ones to get to know the animals and nature of Tyrol. Sometimes playful, sometimes informative, but always extremely instructive: the varied Nature Park programme has it all! And maybe mum and dad will also learn all sorts of interesting facts about the nature park and glacier region along the way.
For example, at the Kaunergrat Nature Park you can:
- Walk along the forest adventure trail
- Join an organised wildlife feeding
- Stroll through the traditional Advent market at the Nature Park Museum
- Read animal tracks in the snow on a guided tour
Want to know more about the nature park in summer or winter? If you want to learn even more, check out the current family offerings in this special Tyrolean holiday region!
The Kaunertal is a member of the Tiroler Familiennester, an organisation that promotes family-friendly adventures and accommodation in Tyrol.
No matter if you decide to stay in Fendels, Kauns, Kaunerberg, or Feichten, all of the villages in the Kaunertal offer certified family-friendly accommodation. Check into one of these Tyrolean "family nests” for an unforgettable holiday where the focus is on you and your little "chicks". So what are you waiting for? Select the right nest for your family today!
