Mountain bliss – The best summer cable cars and adventure mountains for families in Tyrol

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Step out of the city buzz and into the fresh mountain air – ideally somewhere where it’s not just the views that wow you, but the adventure starts right at the gondola. That’s exactly what we love about Tyrol. Because Tyrol’s summer cable cars are more than just transport – they’re gateways to real mountain experiences. Forget the usual hiking clichés – in Tyrol, families splash in mountain lakes, explore nature, climb rocks and laugh together. It’s all about shared adventure.

Behind these special experiences stands the initiative “Austria’s Best Summer Cable Cars” – a network of over 80 certified mountain railways across Austria, including 27 in Tyrol. Their shared mission: to rethink summer in the mountains with a mix of nature education, outdoor activity, relaxation and genuine Tyrolean charm. Whether you’re 2,000 metres above sea level or in a lush alpine meadow, Tyrol’s summer cable cars show just how rich and varied family time in the mountains can be.

Hexenwasser Söll: Wo Magie und Natur Hand in Hand gehen

Der Name klingt verhext, und ein bisschen ist es das auch. Denn am Hexenwasser in Söll verschwimmen die Grenzen zwischen Fantasie und Naturerlebnis. Schon die Fahrt mit der Gondel ist ein kleines Spektakel: Die Kabinen sind mit Geschichten geschmückt, die Lust machen auf mehr. Hier tanzen Kinder barfuß über nasse Steine, folgen plätschernden Bächen und sitzen mit offenem Mund in der Hexerei. Was diesen Ort so besonders macht? Die Mischung aus Naturpädagogik, Wasserexperimenten und einem liebevoll verspielten Design. Zwischen Wasserfällen, Klangspielen und urigen Hütten wird nicht nur gespielt, sondern selbstständig gelernt und entdeckt. Wir lieben diese kreative Leichtigkeit, in der die Natur plötzlich wie verzaubert wirkt.

Hier geht’s zu unseren Tipps fürs Hexenwasser Söll

Hög Adventure Park & Murmliwasser – water fun and mountain highs in Serfaus

Serfaus has long earned its reputation as a family paradise – and for good reason. Take the cable car to the mid-station and you’ll land right in the middle of Hög Adventure Park: an outdoor wonderland surrounding the Högsee lake. From wooden marble runs to pedal boats, water mazes to a cow-pat trampoline meadow – kids can splash, jump and play to their hearts’ content. Everything is set against a stunning alpine backdrop, thoughtfully designed with a touch of Tyrolean humour.

Just one stop further up the line is Murmliwasser – a charming water playground where kids can follow tiny streams, build dams or explore the Murmli village. And yes, the mascot Murmli is just as cute as it sounds. Look closely and you’ll even find a marmot cave to crawl through.

Click here for all our tips for Serfaus with kids

Lauserland Alpbachtal – high-altitude adventures for little mountain heroes

The Alpbachtal shows just how much nature you can pack into a single day. Ride up with the Wiedersbergerhorn cable car and step straight into Lauserland – where action, views and a nature-themed playground come together perfectly. There’s a huge adventure playground, giant slide, climbing towers and interactive wooden play features. Brave kids can try the Lauser Sauser – an alpine roller coaster with mountain views and butterflies included. While the little ones explore the maze or balance on the slackline, parents can take a deep breath of mountain air and just pause for a moment.

Find our tips for a perfect day at Lauserland here.