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The Schlossalm is located at the widest point of the Gastein Valley, in Bad Hofgastein. This is where breathtaking nature and exciting leisure activities meet, making it the ideal adventure mountain for families and adventurers.
Whether via ferratas for action lovers, child-friendly hiking trails or the children's playground with exciting slackline park - the Schlossalm offers a wide range of activities for every taste. Numerous alpine huts invite you to stop for a bite to eat, while guided hikes and circular trails round off the nature experience perfectly. Discover the untouched mountain world of Gastein and enjoy unforgettable moments on the Schlossalm.
A spacious outdoor playground awaits you directly below the Schlossalmbahn mountain station - a true paradise for children!
While your little ones explore the various play equipment, you can enjoy the fantastic mountain panorama from the terrace of the Kleine Scharte mountain restaurant. For adventurers, the Slackline Park offers exciting challenges on various balancing ropes. Hike and play in the fresh mountain air while the whole family gets their money's worth. This experience makes the Schlossalm an ideal destination for hiking and family excursions.
This special adventure trail offers various stations that promote motor skills such as balance, coordination and dexterity . The motor skills trail is integrated into the beautiful landscape of the Schlossalm and invites you not only to get physically active, but also to enjoy the fresh Alpine air and the tranquillity of nature .
The stations range from simple balancing beams and challenging climbing elements to creative tasks that promote balance and agility.
A particular highlight is the rope bridge, which is part of the practice via ferrata and offers additional challenges for balance and dexterity. This bridge, which consists of a single wire rope, requires concentration and courage and makes the course even more varied.
After a short walk from the mountain station of Schlossalmbahn, it will be time to tackle one of the five hiking loops on the mountain. Since they vary in distance, time and elevation gain, everyone will find a path that works best for them. The two paths along the banks of the Schlossalmsee, close to the mountain station, are perfect if you happen to be pushing a pram. As we mentioned, aside from varying in distance and the time required to complete them, there is also quite a difference in what kind of climb you will encounter along the way.
Path | Distance | Time | Total Gain |
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Short Lake Hike | 1.20 km | ca. 15 minutes | 70 m |
Long Lake Hike | 1.60 km | ca. 20 minutes | 100 m |
Short "Active Hike" | 1.60 km | ca. 30 minutes | 120 m |
Long "Active Hike" | 2.00 km | ca. 40 minutes | 150 m |
Big Hike | 4.50 km | ca. 1 hour | 270 m |
Gratrundweg "Tauernblick" - only for experienced hikers | 6.30 km | ca. 2 hours | 293 m |
The Schlossalm in Bad Hofgastein is a true paradise for climbing enthusiasts and those who want to become one. With a variety of via ferratas, it offers exciting challenges for both beginners and experienced climbers in a breathtaking Alpine setting.
A particular highlight is the practice via ferrata, which is ideal for beginners and offers a perfect introduction to climbing fun. Here, climbers can build up their technique and confidence in safe conditions before tackling more challenging routes. The Schlossalm thus combines an experience of nature and a sporting challenge to create an unforgettable adventure.
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The Schlossalm in Bad Hofgastein offers a unique experience for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts with its hiking swing days. During the weekly summit hopping, you can explore several summits in one day and enjoy live music on the sun terraces of the mountain restaurants.
Equally spectacular are the evening ascents, where visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the peace and quiet and the special light of the evening hours in the mountains. These experiences offer a perfect combination of adventure, enjoyment of nature and relaxation against the impressive backdrop of the Gastein Alps.
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