Family holidays mean that everyone gets something out of it – children and adults alike. At the Rauriserhof, this is not just a promise; it is a way of life. As a family-run business, we know from personal experience how precious days spent together are – and how quickly they pass. Many families have been returning for generations. That is the most honest mark of quality there is.
🥾 Hiking and Activity Programme – included in all offers The weekly activity programme is designed for all family members and is included in your stay. Ina and Christian are the Rauriserhof activity team. They don’t just lead you through the mountains; they share stories about the valley's history, show you hidden spots, and turn a hike into a true experience – even for children who might otherwise not be the biggest fans of the mountains.
Guided hikes and excursions include:
Rauriserhof Activity Programme:
📖 For little explorers: We have the Rauriserhof Explorer Book – all experiences are recorded in it, and at the end, the Rauriserhof Hiking Sticker awaits as a reward.
🍽️ Dining that satisfies everyone Parents know the drill: one child won't eat this, the other only eats that. At the Rauriserhof, this is never an issue. Our kitchen finds uncomplicated solutions for picky eaters and special requests – pasta, for example, is always an option.
💳 Nationalpark Summercard – included in all offers A special advantage: The Nationalpark Summercard is included in all Rauriserhof offers. Cable cars, bird of prey shows, National Park taxis, gold panning, mini-golf – none of it costs an extra cent with the Summercard. This makes a real difference when you are travelling with the whole family.
Who knows best what children enjoy? Other children. Emma and Martin, the children of your host family, know the valley inside out – and here they share their personal favourite spots.
🏔️ In the Hochalm area The bird of prey show is the absolute favourite – the snowy owl has particularly captured their hearts. Entrance is free with the Summercard. From the Hochalm, the Tilly hiking trail leads comfortably down into the valley – hiking is much more fun when it's downhill! If you're lucky with the weather, you can swim in the reservoir on the Hochalm, go rafting, or hop barefoot over the stones. A water playground awaits at the mountain station, and at the Heimalm, there is gold panning and a playground – also free with the Summercard.
🌲 In the Seidlwinkl Valley The National Park taxi takes families comfortably up to the Alpine pasture – skipping the steepest section so the fun can start right away. Down in the valley, it's worth stopping at the Seidlwinklache stream, where you can build dams to your heart's content. The Palfneralm and Gollehenalm have beautiful play areas for children and are perfect for a snack and a break. At the Weixen, you can go fishing – followed by homemade ice cream.
✨ At the head of the valley: Kolm Saigurn Gold panning directly in the mountain stream behind the Bodenhaus – free with the Summercard and one of the most sustainable childhood experiences the Rauris Valley has to offer. The Bockkarscharte is Emma and Martin’s favourite mountain, featuring the most beautiful summit cross for miles around. If you visit in late summer, you can also find chanterelles around the "Rauriser Urquell" (spring) and the "Forest Secret."
📍 Directly from the hotel The water playground is a reliable favourite – with an ice cream stand right next door. A round of mini-golf is perfect even after dinner and is free with the Summercard. If you’re looking for something quieter, cycle to Wörth to the National Park exhibition "Facettenreich" – according to Emma and Martin, the best "mini-museum" ever.
🍷 The evening belongs to the parents, too As the day draws to a close, the hotel lobby or the garden is the perfect place for a quiet glass of wine. The children can play nearby or busy themselves filling out their Explorer Books – and parents can finally take a deep breath.
✨ Family holidays at the Rauriserhof – for those seeking real memories The Rauris Valley offers families a density of experiences that is hard to find elsewhere. And the Rauriserhof is right in the heart of it – with a team that knows what families need and a programme that leaves nothing to be desired.
