Hiking with children
in Tyrol
Discovering nature together
Hiking with children is particularly easy and enjoyable in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis. The region in the Tyrolean Oberland is perfectly geared towards families: short themed trails feature fun puzzle stations, the adventure mountains each have their own stories to tell, and many routes are suitable for pushchairs. Most tours are easy and designed so that children of different ages can comfortably join in.
Family hikes in
Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis at a glance
Useful information for parents and children
- Family hikes in Tyrol with themed trails and puzzle stations throughout the region
- Easy walks from around 0.5 hours, suitable even for little legs
- Pushchair-friendly paths and short circular routes suitable for a buggy or all-terrain pushchair
- Thomas Brezina’s Adventure Mountains with puzzle books
- Geocaching as a modern treasure hunt for families
- Suitable for toddlers, pre-school children, school-age children and active families
The best family hikes in Tyrol
Five routes compared
Looking for hiking recommendations for families with children? Our comparison table gives you an overview of which routes are particularly suitable for families and whether they are suitable for pushchairs. You’ll also find information on places to stop for refreshments – whether at the start, along the way or at the end of the hike.
| Tour | Duration | Pushchair-friendly | Refreshment stops (start, along the way, finish) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murmliweg | 30 min | Yes | Kölner Haus – at the start | Explore the Murmliweg |
| Holzkugelweg | approx. 1 hr | Yes |
Seealm Hög – at the start Högalm – at the start |
Enjoy the Holzkugelweg |
| Hexenweg | 1 hr 15 min | No |
Steinegg Mountain Restaurant – at the start Kuh Alm – along the way Sonnenburg Family Restaurant – at the finish |
Experience the Hexenweg |
| Forscherpfad | 1 hr 30 min | No | Reblaus by Bonderosa in the village Ladis – at the finish | Discover the Forscherpfad |
| Fisser Kraft- und Sinnesweg | 2 hrs | Yes |
Steinegg Mountain Restaurant – at the start Kuh Alm – along the way |
Fisser Kraft- und Sinnesweg |
Which hikes are suitable
for toddlers?
Short walks for little legs
For families with children under six, short walks with play and activity stations are particularly suitable. The Spiel- und Erlebnisweg in Ladis features various stations where little ones can discover their surroundings through play. The Murmliweg in Serfaus is also ideal for little hikers thanks to its short route. On the Familien-Erlebnisweg, a puzzle booklet adds extra excitement: children can solve different tasks along the way while exploring their surroundings in a fun and playful way.
Themed trails for school-age children
Puzzles and fun for older kids
For older children aged six to twelve, trails with puzzle stations and walking times of around one and a half to two hours are ideal. The three themed trails of the Thomas Brezina Adventure Mountains offer plenty of puzzle-solving fun. One example is the Piratenweg in Serfaus: this 2.25-kilometre themed trail comes with its own puzzle booklet, turning the walk into an exciting adventure for school-age children. The Fisser Kraft- und Sinnesweg, meanwhile, combines exercise and nature experiences on a roughly two-hour half-day hike.
Hiking with a pushchair
Buggy-friendly routes
Many themed trails are designed to be suitable for buggies and all-terrain pushchairs. To ensure the route is easy to navigate, it should ideally be wide and have only gentle inclines. A firm surface, plenty of shade and places to stop for food and drinks along the route are additional advantages.
Tip: The Besinnungsweg and the Holzkugelweg meet all four criteria. There are also plenty of other recommendations for parents with babies looking to enjoy a relaxing holiday.
All family-themed trails at a glance
Routes for all ages
Many routes in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis are suitable for pushchairs, making them perfect for outings with the whole family. Whether you’re looking for an adventure mountain or a nature experience, every hike in this family-friendly destination becomes a special holiday moment!
Thomas Brezina Adventure Mountains
Puzzle fun along the way
The three Abenteuerberge feature a variety of trails specially designed for families by Austria’s best-known children’s author. The Piratenweg takes you into a story centred around hidden treasures. At the Hexenweg in Fiss, children can discover imaginative witch-themed stations. And the Forscherpfad takes curious school-age children on an exciting journey of discovery!
The matching puzzle booklet with stickers costs €3 and is available from the tourist information offices and the information offices at the cable car ticket offices (except for the Waldbahn). If you prefer to collect your achievements digitally, you can complete the trails in the Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis app.
Geocaching and interactive
trails with children
Treasure hunts and discovery tours through Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis
Whether geocaching or interactive discovery tours, your smartphone turns nature into an exciting world of puzzles. Depending on the experience, QR codes, clues or GPS help you find your way. The interactive trails are available in the Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis app and are free of charge.
There is plenty to discover throughout the region: numerous caches and interactive adventure trails invite families to explore nature in a fun and exciting way. These include the Gold Cache at Högsee in Serfaus, the Wo-Bä-Lu Cache in Fiss and the interactive outdoor crime mystery trail “Die Kralle” at Murmliwasser. The interactive village tour in Ladis and the AR Wildtierweg also offer varied discovery tours.
For every completed cache, you receive a pin, which can be collected from the tourist information office. The reward for “Die Kralle” is available directly from the Murmli-Kiosk in Serfaus. On the AR Wildtierweg, adventurers can search for digital animals and collect the Wildhüter-Diplom directly in the SFL app.
Cable cars and getting around
in the hiking area
Relaxed journeys up into the mountains
The mountain railways make it easy for families to travel up into the mountains and reach the altitude of most of the themed trails.
Particularly convenient:
With the Super. Summer. Card., mountain railway journeys and many experiences are included from one overnight stay. The extensive network of gondolas and mountain railways connects Serfaus, Fiss and Ladis, making it easy to start many hikes from different points. The hiking bus also connects the three villages.
What to do when the weather is bad?
Alternative activities for rainy days
When it rains, there are plenty of indoor alternatives to enjoy locally. From varied play areas and attractions such as museums to wellness experiences, there is something to suit every taste.
Family-friendly accommodation
Find the right place to stay
Looking for family-friendly accommodation with a cot, childcare or close to the mountain railways? With more than 650 hosts in the region catering specifically to families, you’re sure to find the right place to stay.
Frequently asked questions about hiking with children in Tyrol
Certificates can be printed free of charge at any of the three tourist information offices and at the information desks at the cable car ticket offices (except Waldbahn).
No, the certificate for the Wildlife Trail is not available at the information offices. However, it can be downloaded in the SFL app after completing the Wildlife Trail.
Regions where cable cars shorten the climbs and accommodation is geared towards families are particularly popular. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis in the Tyrolean Oberland is one of them: the three villages are located together on a sunny high plateau and offer hiking trails for all ages.
Tyrolean regions with short, easy trails and interactive adventure stations are especially well suited for hiking with children. In Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis, these include the three Adventure Mountains by Thomas Brezina as well as numerous themed trails throughout the region.
Sturdy hiking shoes, sufficient sun protection at altitudes between 1,400 and 2,000 metres, regular breaks and checking the weather forecast before setting off are all important. It is also recommended to take a break of around ten minutes for every hour of walking, ideally at a mountain hut or playground.
