Summer family holidays in the Pitztal valley
Unforgettable moments for young and old alike on the roof of Tyrol
You go hiking with your children across lush meadows, with majestic mountains rising in the background. You have a picnic by a crystal-clear mountain lake and enjoy exciting adventures whilst climbing or cycling. That’s a family holiday in the Pitztal – the perfect holiday with children in the mountains. You’ll experience peace and relaxation in unspoilt nature and create unforgettable moments. Discover summer holidays in the Pitztal now – with family-friendly accommodation and the attractive range of offers from the summer mountain railways.
Here, in one of Tyrol’s most beautiful side valleys, nestled between glaciers and imposing peaks, you’ll find: freedom, relaxation and tranquillity.
Our top 5 experiences for families
1. Action at the Zirbenpark Hochzeiger
Sliding, climbing and running about: at the Zirbenpark, everything revolves around the ‘Queen of the Alps’. The adventure playground at Hochzeiger offers fun and action for the whole family.
2. Rafting on Lake Rifflsee
Cast off at 2,232 metres! A rafting trip on the emerald-green Lake Rifflsee is a real highlight. Whilst the parents enjoy the glacier panorama, the kids feel like captains on Europe’s highest raft.
3. Café 3,440
Enjoying cake above the clouds! Take the Wildspitzbahn up to Austria’s highest café. The cantilevered terrace offers a fantastic view of over 50 three-thousand-metre peaks. A ‘summit victory’ with absolutely no effort required, guaranteed to amaze your children too.
4. Thrills at the XP Adventure Park
At the high ropes course in Jerzens, courses at dizzying heights await you. Children from 90 cm in height can set off on the climbing adventure. The courses, which vary in difficulty, also offer a challenge for teenagers and adults.
5. Piller Moor adventure walk
This family-friendly walk along the bog nature trail delights young and old alike. On footbridges suitable for pushchairs, you can discover rare plants and carnivorous plants in a fun way. From the viewing tower, you’ll enjoy a fantastic panoramic view
A hassle-free holiday with the Pitztal Summer Card
Your pass for a perfect summer holiday with free mountain railways, admission to attractions and lots of discounts. Available exclusively from partner businesses
Book accommodation for your family holiday in the Pitztal valley directly online!
Family-run hotels, cosy guesthouses or charming apartments – Tyrolean hospitality is very much alive in the Pitztal valley. The first-class accommodation is run by passionate hosts who ensure a carefree family holiday in summer.
Free travel for young children & attractive family fares
At Hochzeiger, toddlers born in 2021 or later travel free of charge, whilst children born between 2011 and 2021 benefit from an attractive children’s fare. Even better: if there are at least two paying children, all other children travel for free! There are also great family rates at the Pitztal Glacier and at Rifflsee. Children born in 2018 or later travel for free, and there are reduced prices for children born between 2011 and 2017.
