Freeze

Stand still on one leg like a statue!

This simple game is perfect for training your balance. Try to stand on one leg while balancing a small stone or piece of wood on your foot - and stay frozen like a statue! 

Symbol graphic with red shoe, plants and stones – balance game while hiking. | © Österreichs Wanderdörfer

What you need:

👉 A small stone or piece of wood 🪵
 

How to play

  1. Each player finds a small stone or wooden piece that balances well on the foot.   
  2. Look for a flat, steady spot - near the bench, on the trail, or in the grass.  
  3. Lift one foot off the ground and place the stone on it.  
  4. Now everyone starts at the same time - and freezes in place for as long as possible. 

💡 OUR TIP! Try it barefoot - or balance multiple small items on your foot. Want to level up? Close your eyes while standing still! 


Where water shapes the land

Clear mountain water flows through lush green alpine grass. | © Ferienregion Nationalpark Hohe Tauern, Foto Michael Huber

Behind you, the Mühlbach stream is gently flowing ... 

It joins the Salzach river near the water treatment plant. Most of this family trail follows the water's edge.

Water plays a key role in our National Park. The interplay between glaciers, rainfall, snow, ice and rivers tells the story of the landscape, its vegetation and natural life. 

The Hohe Tauern National Park is the largest protected natural and cultural area in the Alps - stretching across borders and full of wonders.  

Want to learn more?
 

Explore the Hohe Tauern National Park


Family hike with creative nature games

Map with themed hiking trail stations between Piesendorf and Niedernsill  | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Österreichs Wanderdörfer

The Play & Hike trail combines movement, nature and play in a truly special way. 

Over around 7 km between Piesendorf and Niedernsill, you'll discover 12 creative nature games - sometimes active, sometimes calm, but always full of curiosity. Here, hiking becomes a shared family adventure! 
 

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