Family hikes on Hauser Kaibling
Easy-going and child-friendly paths
Family hikes on Hauser Kaibling - for young and old.
At Hauser Kaibling, varied, family-friendly hiking trails wind through the mountains—ranging from a 40-minute loop suitable for strollers to a summit hike at 2,015 m. Many trails invite you to take a break, and you’ll be accompanied by about 800 sheep and their shepherd. Fresh mountain air and a 360-degree panorama make the mountain a popular family destination in the heart of Styria during the summer.
All the information at a glance:
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Varied Trails for Families
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3 of them are stroller-friendly
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Easiest Tour:
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Children's Adventure Trail, 40 min., 3.5 km
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Longest Tour:
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In the Footsteps of the Pioneers, 4.5 hours, 1,000 hm
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Places to stop for refreshments:
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Krummholzhütte, TOMiziel, Schutzhaus Kaiblingalm, d'Genussalm, Stanglalm
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Starting point for hikes:
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All hikes start at the Kablinggrat mountain station -Senderplateau
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2 guided tours:
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Hike with Shepherd Franz & Sunrise Hike
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Hauser Kaibling summit (2,015 m) - circular route
After a half-hour uphill hike, you reach the Hauser Kaibling summit - also being the highest point of the Schladming's 4-mountain ski area. Whether it's the summit cross, a souvenir photo or the magnificent view of the Enns Valley - it's worth taking a break here. The tour continues along the Rossfeldsattel to the idyllic Kaiblingalm, where the Schutzhaus invites you to take a break with a view of the Dachstein. There is a playground for children and on the way back to the mountain station there is an exciting children's adventure trail with puzzle stations, new marble runs and varied motor skills stations.
Children's adventure trail to the Kaiblingalm
(suitable for baby carriages)
The child-friendly adventure trail leads from the mountain station of the Kaiblinggrat 8-seater chairlift down to the idyllic Kaiblingalm. New marble runs and exciting play and motor skills stations await along the way, which playfully impart knowledge about sheep and their wool. The trail is suitable for baby carriages and offers exercise fun for the whole family in the midst of beautiful nature. Once you reach your destination, the idyllic Schafsinn pond and the Kaiblingalm Schutzhaus invite to take a relaxing break.
SCHAFsinn circular route
The Schafsinn circular trail leads around the Hauser Kaibling and offers two variants:
- The longer route (approx. 1 h 45 min) is aimed at sure-footed hikers and leads past the viewing bench with a view of the reservoir, up to 1,950 m and on to the Schafsinn research area and the idyllic Kaiblingalm.
- The shorter route (approx. 40 min) is ideal for walkers, families and can even be walked with a baby carriage. The children's adventure trail with puzzle and play stations also runs along this section.
The Kaiblingalm invites you to take a leisurely break with regional delicacies and homemade juices. The Naturfreunde Schutzhaus also offers overnight accommodation - perfect for those who want to enjoy the mountain even longer.
In the footsteps of the pioneers (trail 780)
This themed hiking trail tells the exciting story of Hauser Kaibling. Along nine stations, you will learn all about the first hut builders in 1907, the construction of the first ski lift and the development into today's skiing and hiking paradise in short stories. The route is accessible both uphill and downhill and combines exercise in nature with exciting insights into over 100 years of mountain sports history.
Guided hikes with shepherd Franz
Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Join shepherd Franz on a two-hour hike on the Hauser Kaibling and immerse yourself in the world of sheep and shepherds. On this leisurely walk, you will learn exciting facts about traditional alpine farming, the healing power of alpine herbs and the important role of animals in the mountain world. The free tour is perfect for families and also takes place in bad weather - please bring sturdy shoes and clothing suitable for the weather.
Sunrise hike
Guided hike up Hauser Kaibling
It's worth getting up early: the sunrise tour to the Hauser Kaibling summit (2,015 m) starts at around 04:00. After less than an hour's walk, an unforgettable natural spectacle awaits you as the sun rises behind the mountain peaks and bathes the landscape in golden light. Afterwards, enjoy a hearty alpine breakfast at the Kaiblingalm - the perfect start to the day.
Wolli's mountain adventure
Fun, nature and lots of animal experiences
From the petting zoo with ponies, goats and donkeys to exciting water zorbing and the SCHAFsinn lake with a barefoot trail and SCHAFerl jumping - there's something for everyone on Hauser Kaibling. The children's adventure trail delights with marble runs, puzzle stations and motor skills elements, while playgrounds and rest areas provide relaxed family moments. A varied weekly program with children's crafts in the SCHAFwerkstatt, guided family hikes and other activities ensures that no two days are the same.
One highlight: around 800 sheep on the mountain, accompanied by a shepherd - a unique nature experience that can only be found here.
With the Schladming-Dachstein Summercard, the the gondola and chairlift rides and many other offers are free of charge - perfect for your next family vacation on the mountain.
