Monday

MEET A RANGER

10th July to 8th September 2023 - National Park Valleys 

The Hohe Tauern National Park encompasses many of Austria's most precious landscapes, from the majestic peak of the Grossvenediger in the west to the steppe-like slopes in the east. Meet and join the people who protect our National Park. Learn more about the natural treasures of the National Park and how you can help preserve them for future generations. 

The alpine marmot, also known as the "Mankei", lives in families in underground burrows. | © NPHT, Foto Rieder
Meeting point The junior rangers in the information huts will tell you exactly where to meet the National Park Ranger. 
Period from 9 am to 4 pm 
Where? Krimmler Achental, Habachtal Bramberg (1 pm to 4.30 pm) , Sportgastein Naßfeld

VALLEY OF EMERALDS

10th July to 4th September 2023 - Habachtal valley Bramberg

The Habachtal valley is the best known valley in the Hohe Tauern National Park among mineral enthusiasts. The only emerald field in Europe has contributed to the international fame of this Tauern valley. If you are lucky, you can also see wild animals such as red deer, chamois and marmots. 

Valley of Emeralds | © NPHT
Meeting point 9 am Info hut Habachtal valley Bramberg
Duration approx. 4 hours (2.5 hrs. walking time | easy) 
Charge adult € 12.00 | child & youth (7-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service
Free  with the guest card (excl. feeder service)  
Info! The tour ends at the end of the valley, return trip by taxi possible 
Equipment Sturdy shoes, rain and sun protaction, backpack with drinks and snacks, suitable clothing
Registration not necessary

RAURIS VIRGIN FOREST

10th July to 4th September 2023 - Lenzanger Raurisertal valley

Discover Austria's natural jewel, the unspoilt Rauris virgin forest. Moor ponds, fallen spruces, pine trees, lush green moss and romantic clearings are a real rarity. 

Rauris primaeval forest | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill
Meeting point

1 pm parking lot Lenzanger

Duration approx. 4 hours (2.5 hrs. walking time | medium) 
Charge adult € 12.00 | child & youth (10-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service
Free with the guest card (excl. feeder service)  
Info! Toll charges for passenger cars apply
Equipment Sturdy shoes, rain and sun protaction, backpack with drinks and snacks, suitable clothing
Registration not necessary

WALCHERALM WATERFALL

10th July to 4th September 2023 - Fusch Ferleiten

A rewarding circular walk around the Walcher Waterfall to the Walcher Hochalm at the foot of the Hohe Tenn. Part of the walk takes you past the waterfall's cascading masses of water with breathtaking views.

A rewarding circular hike at the foot of the Hohe Tenn | © Tourismusverband Bruck Fusch Grossglockner
Meeting point 9 am parking lot Tauernhaus Ferleiten
Duration approx. 6 hours (3.45 hrs. walking time | difficult) 
Charge adult € 18.00 | child & youth (12-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge 
Free with the guest card (excl. feeder service) 
Equipment Sturdy shoes, rain and sun protaction, backpack with drinks and snacks, suitable clothing
Registration not necessary

WATERFALL PATH KOLM SAIGURN

10th July to 4th September 2023 - Rauris

A real insider's tip is the wild streams and thundering waterfalls at Kolm Saigurn. A 2.8km circular trail leads past 5 impressive waterfalls to the Rauris Friends of Nature Centre. At the foot of the Hohe Sonnblick you can hike over rooted paths, adventurous footbridges and even a suspension bridge.

Waterfall trail in the Rauris Valley - a real insider tip | © Bettina Lerch
Meeting point 9.15 am parking lot Lenzanger
Duration approx. 3.15 hours (2.5 hrs. walking time | medium) 
Charge adult € 12.00 | child & youth (10-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge 
Free with the guest card (excl. feeder service) 
Equipment Sturdy shoes, rain and sun protaction, backpack with drinks and snacks, suitable clothing
Registration not necessary

MYSTICAL NIGHT OF WATER

3rd July to 4th September 2023 - Kaprun

Mystical and breathtaking, the Sigmund Thun Gorge comes to life. On the guided torchlight walk through the gorge, parents and children experience a romantic and awe-inspiring adventure.

Sigmund Thun gorge in Zell am See Kaprun | © Zell am See-Kaprun Tourismus
Meeting point Entrance Sigmund Thun Klamm
3rd July to 14th August - 8 pm 
21st August to 4th September - 7.30 pm
Charge adult € 12.00 | child & youth (6-15 years) € 6.00 | children up to 5 years free 
Registration not necessary

CASTLE SIGHTSEEING TOUR

3rd July to 28th September 2023 - Kaprun

Walk through 600 years of eventful history. You can still feel the atmosphere of days gone by when you enter the venerable Kaprun Castle. It is like a journey back in time. Surrounded by centuries-old walls, you will get an idea of how the counts and lords of the castle spent their days.  

Get to know the historic castle at 5 pm and listen to the history of the castle. Then explore the castle itself. There are photo points, a small exhibition, the castle museum and the dungeon. 

Kaprun castle | © Arne Mueseler - arne-mueseler.com
Entry from 5 pm to 7 pm 
Last entry at 6.45 pm
Charge adult € 8.00 | children from 7 to 14 years € 4.00 | children up to 6 years free
Registration not necessary