The Wildkogel Arena nature and amusement area is located at the western end of the Salzburgerland region, not far from the powerful Krimml Waterfalls and the popular tourist area of Zell am See–Kaprun. The Wildkogel mountain rises to a height of 2,224 meters above sea level, offering a most spectacular view of huge peaks that rise above 3,000 meters. The mountain features experiential hiking trails, amusement areas, and a particularly exciting non-motorized mountain cart (go-kart) track.
To reach the various attractions, you need to take a cable car (or walk for several hours). The attractions are located partly at the mountain’s middle station or at its summit. You can go up to the summit to admire the view and then descend via the panoramic trail that connects the top station to the middle station. There is no doubt that a visit to this area is a special experience for the whole family.
In this article, we will detail the most popular attractions in this area: the 10-slide trail, the Kogel-Mogel play area, and the experiential mountain cart trail. Further in the article, you will find more details about the cable cars to the summit and other essential information for your visit.
The Slide Trail: 10 Slides, 100% Fun for the Whole Family!
From May to October, you can enjoy the unique Slide Trail (Rutschenweg), which starts at the middle station of the Wildkogelbahn cable car. The trail is perfectly suited for a family outing! This unique path turns a hiking day in the Salzburg mountains into an unforgettable experience with ten especially fun slides.
Besides the slides, the breathtaking panoramic view at Wildkogel adds to the wonderful experience. You can enjoy the amazing sights of the snow-capped peaks of the Hohe Tauern National Park, rising to three thousand meters, including the highest peak in the Salzburgerland region – the Grossvenediger, which stands at 3,657 meters.
This is what the slide trail at Wildkogel Arena looks like
What can you expect on the slide trail?
- 10 fast and winding slides: The slides range in length from 22 to 53 meters and are scattered along the trail leading to the Gasthof Stockenbaum. Each slide is a special experience and will provide you with moments of action and excitement.
- Slide mats: You can slide on a sort of mat/carpet to enhance the sliding experience.
- Free-fall slide: For the brave only, this slide is a must for adrenaline lovers.
How to get to the start of the 10-slide trail?
The starting point, the middle station of the Wildkogelbahn cable car, is easily accessible by cable car. If you prefer to hike, you can reach the middle station via the marked hiking trails.
Ways to return to the parking lot:
After you complete the slide trail, you can return to the center of Neukirchen comfortably by bus or on foot via the Adler Toni Trail, which is 1.1 km long and includes nine fascinating adventure stations.
Don’t miss out on this unique family adventure – the slide trail is exceptional family fun in the Salzburgerland region.
Additional essential information about the slide trail:
- The slide trail is free if you have a valid cable car ticket.
- The trail is open during all operating hours of the Wildkogelbahn cable car.
- Slide mats can be rented at the middle station of the cable car (rental fee: €3).
- Mats are returned at the Gasthof Stockenbaum.
- Minimum age: 6 years.
- Minimum height: 130 cm.
New from Summer 2025: The Eagle Toni Trail (Adler Toni Weg)
The Adler Toni Trail, about 1.1 km long, connects the popular slide trail with the center of the village of Neukirchen and is perfect for families, hikers, and nature lovers.
The Adler Toni adventure trail perfectly combines hiking, play, and nature experiences. Children can run and play to their heart’s content while you enjoy the breathtaking views. In addition, everyone learns something new about the local flora and fauna.
Highlights along the Eagle Toni Adventure Trail:
- The Giant Eagle’s Nest – Enjoy a breathtaking view over the Wildkogel Arena, just like an eagle!
- The Rope Bridge – Dare to balance over the natural canyon, just like Toni!
- The Marmot’s Burrow – A tunnel adventure.
- The Caterpillar’s Transformation into a Butterfly – Marvel at the wonders of nature.
- The Marmot Gang – A fun encounter with the agile mountain dwellers.
- The Songbird’s Music Point – A musical challenge: can you play the melody?
- Drinking Fountain and Water Basin – A fun refreshment.
- The Great Friendship Photo – A souvenir photo with Eagle Toni and his animal friends.
- A Secret Peek from Behind the Blades of Grass – See the world from an animal’s perspective.
The Downhill Go-Kart Track: Fun and Adrenaline Guaranteed!
Once you reach the summit, the adventure continues right next to the top cable car station! The winding go-kart track promises a particularly exciting summer experience. Sit on one of the three-wheeled, all-terrain go-karts and speed 4 km down the mountain to the middle station (1624 m). This is an adrenaline-filled experience, and if you follow the safety instructions, it’s also extremely fun!
This is what the experiential mountain cart track looks like
With over 75 mountain go-karts in four different sizes, waiting times are minimal, even on busy days.
The track is open during the operating hours of the Smaragdbahn cable car (June 27 – September 14, 2025) until 4:00 PM.
Important to know:
- Wearing a helmet is mandatory; helmet rental is included in the price.
- Minimum age: 4 years.
- Children between 4 and 9 years old can ride accompanied by an adult.
- From the age of 10 and a minimum height of 150 cm, children are allowed to drive a go-kart themselves, accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Child rates apply to ages 6 to 14 (ID with date of birth required!).
The Kogel-Mogel Adventure Playground
A diverse and particularly fun playground right next to the top station of the Wildkogelbahn!
The Kogel-Mogel play area offers guests, both young and old, a play experience at an altitude of 2,000 meters above sea level. In this area, you can tackle challenging balance courses, climb to the top of the climbing tower, reach freely swinging bird’s nests via a climbing net, and jump to the sky on a trampoline.
The Kogel-Mogel playground will keep children busy for hours with countless wooden attractions on a total area of 10,000 m². If you want to rest while the children play, you can watch them at all times from the restaurant located right next door.
The following attractions are included in the Kogel-Mogel playground:
- Giant trampoline
- Ninja course – jump from disc to disc, balance beam, swinging steps
- Kogel-Mogel climbing tower with a slide
- Eagle’s nest – swinging climbing nets and bird’s nests
- “The Summit Wave” – a 24-meter-long climbing area with climbing nets, stairs, slides, a tunnel, a climbing wall, and more.
- Giant Goliath swing
- Ball game – a wooden track where you can roll a small ball and follow it along the obstacles and surprises on the way. Especially fun for the little ones.
- Rest and picnic areas
Cable Cars to the Attractions and Hiking Trails
There are two cable cars leading to two separate areas of the Wildkogel summit. The first cable car is called Wildkogelbahn and it departs from the village of Neukirchen. The 10-slide trail starts at the middle station of this cable car. The second cable car is called Smaragdbahn and it departs from the village of Bramberg. The experiential go-kart track starts at the top station of this cable car.
Cable Car Operating Times:
- Wildkogelbahn – from the end of May to the end of September. In October, it is open only if the weather permits. From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- Smaragdbahn – from the end of June to mid-September. From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Additional Essential Information for Visiting the Wildkogel Arena:
- Summer season operating times: From May to October. Please check the official website for the status of the slides and cable cars. In case of stormy weather, there may be changes to the opening times.
- Cost of tickets for the cable car and various activities on the mountain: There is a detailed and updated price list on the official website of the attractions complex. Holders of the National Park SommerCard have the option of a free ascent and descent on the cable car. More information on prices and discounts.
- Parking: You can park near the cable car ascent stations.
Address:
- Wildkogelbahn cable car in the village of Neukirchen: Wildkogelbahnstraße 343, 5741 Neukirchen am Großvenediger
- Smaragdbahn in the village of Bramberg: Senningerfeld 1, 5733 Bramberg am Wildkogel
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