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Excursion destinations for families in Styria

Adventures for children – relaxation for their parents: The green heart of Austria offers leisure activities for the whole family. In summer, the beautiful lakes invite you to go swimming. On a hike, parents can enjoy the breathtaking views of Styria's mountain world while kids get to romp around on alpine meadows or play near babbling mountain streams. In winter, families spend time together going skiing, cross-country skiing or tobogganing ...

And in case it rains, there's plenty to do indoors: from delicious tastings at the Zotter chocolate factory to sliding and bathing at the H2O thermal spa in Bad Waltersdorf or at one of the other 8 thermal spas in Styria. Tours of exploration at Lurgrotte Peggau, Austria's largest water-bearing stalactite cave, a visit to the Lipizzan stud farm in Piber or a visit to Herberstein Animal World are particularly impressive as well. At the latter, the animals often spend the winter in their homes and can thus be admired at close quarters.

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TVGamlitz/Edi Aldrian | © TVGamlitz/Edi Aldrian
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  • Gamlitz

Motorikpark Gamlitz und Landschaftsteiche

The motorikpark®  built around the Gamlitz landscape ponds is the largest of its kind in Europe with its 41 stations...
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  • Weiz

Alpacas from the Dörflgraf

The family-run farm is just a 10-minute drive from Weiz.
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Outdoor pool Strallegg

The outdoor swimming pool in Strallegg is part of the Joglland sports and leisure arena.
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  • Vorau

Ice-skating rink Puchegg

Into the skates ready and go.
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  • Fürstenfeld

City rally for children

Hi! Nice that you are in Fürstenfeld! This city rally will help you get to know the city better. Explore 13 downtown...
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  • Gamlitz

Wasserturm Weinleiten

The path of water is exciting and impressive at the same time. Visit the Weinleiten water tower in Gamlitz and learn...
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  • Neumarkt in der Steiermark

Church ruins of St. Georgen

Behind a farm in St. Georgen, archeologists have unearthed the remains of St. George's Church, which burned down 200...
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  • Spielberg

Kutschenfahrten Norikerhof Deutinger

A carriage ride is a suitable surprise for many occasions! Enjoy a ride into the blue!
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Ölmühle Puntigam

As a family business with a long tradition, quality is our top priority.
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  • Gleisdorf

Stadtpfarrkirche Gleisdorf

The parish church "St. Laurenzius" dates back to 1500. Built in the late Gothic style at the time, the building was...
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  • Wenigzell

Joglland Oase

The "Joglland Oase" in Wenigzell is an indoor pool with a sauna area and other wellness options such as massages or a...
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Großer Furtner Teich

The Furtner pond has been very popular for decades, whether with fishermen, bathing enthusiasts or nature lovers.
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Summer, sun, Styria

Summer activities for families

Whether you head to the alpine pastures and huts with a rucksack on your back or to the lakes and open-air swimming pools with a beach bag in your hand: The list of excursion destinations for sunny days in Styria is long and diverse.

Exciting adventures and fun in the snow

Winter activities for children

Skiing, cross-country skiing, tobogganing, snowshoeing, and more: As soon as the green heart of Austria shows itself in its white Sunday best, countless winter family adventures await.

Gondola ride up the Planai | © Steiermark Tourismus | photo-austria.at

Scenic rides up the mountains

Take a leisurely ride up the mountain on one of the summer mountain railways. From aboard the cable car or on the lift, excursionists enjoy stunning scenic views of impressive mountains such as the Dachstein, Grimming, Zirbitzkogel, or Hochschwab.

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Excursion destinations for kids – come rain, Sunshine or snow

When it rains, storms or snows, there are lots of leisure activities you can do indoors. How about a visit to a museum, thermal spa or one of the many other excursion destinations for families?

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Exciting excursions with the whole family