Once the snow has melted and the warm sun returns to the region, the villages become areas of experiential nature activities for the whole family. In the various villages, there are several fun theme parks for the whole family that are worth visiting if you are in the area. The recommended parks in this region are Hexenwasser (Witches’ Water), Ellmi’s Zauberwelt (Ellmi’s Magic World), and Filzalmsee Lake. In this article, you will find details about each of these attractions.
3 Recommended Theme Parks in the Wilder Kaiser Region:
1. Hexenwasser (Witches’ Water)
Spend time in an experiential and enchanting park for the whole family!
The theme park called Hexenwasser Hochsöll is located at the middle station of the gondola that connects the village of Söll to the peak of the Hohe Salve mountain, which rises to a height of 1,828 meters above sea level. The park has about 60 stations with fun activities for children of all ages.
Even if you feel you’re past the age and don’t feel like playing the park’s games, you can sit comfortably in the panoramic revolving restaurant and marvel at the spectacular view of 70 mountain peaks rising over 3,000 meters above sea level.
This is what the Hexenwasser park looks like
Folktales from the region reveal that the name chosen for this park is no coincidence. In the past, locals believed that the Hohe Salve mountain was enchanted and that it was the home of the region’s witches. The witches lived among the mountain slopes, and their identifying mark was the stone jewelry they wore around their necks.
Don’t worry! Today there are no more witches in the area, and all that remains is a particularly experiential theme park that combines a variety of fun water activities. In the park, you can learn all about water and its power and experience it with all your senses. The park has a walking path that you can (and are encouraged to) walk barefoot. Along this path, you can hop between stream stones, dip in cool water pools, and play a bit in the mud.
In addition, the park has a petting zoo, playgrounds, and several longer hiking trails that follow the legends of the witches who lived on the mountain.
Park Map
Additional Essential Information for Your Visit
Opening Hours:
From May 10th to the end of October. Open every day from 8:45 AM to 5:30 PM (these are the operating hours of the gondola that reaches the park).
Costs:
Day ticket (also includes gondola ride):
- Adult – €35.50
- Youth (15-18) – €26.50
- Child (5-15) – €18
Half-day ticket (from 1:00 PM, includes gondola ride):
- Adult – €29
- Youth (15-18) – €22
- Child (5-15) – €14.50
Official Website
Address: Stampfanger 21, A-6306 Söll
Map:
2. Ellmi’s Zauberwelt (Ellmi’s Magic World)
A 10-minute drive from the Hexenwasser park is another, no less enjoyable, theme park – Ellmi’s Zauberwelt (Ellmi’s Magic World). The park is located on the summit of the Hartkaiser mountain in the village of Ellmau and can be reached by a short gondola ride. In the park, you can embark on a magical journey in nature. The park has playgrounds, a trampoline, a small lake, a small rope park, hiking trails in the enchanted forest, a botanical garden with rare plants, a spectacular observation deck, and more!
This is what the park looks like
If you get hungry while spending time in the park, don’t worry, there is a nice restaurant with a gorgeous panoramic view.
Additional Essential Information for Your Visit
Opening Hours:
From May 10th to the beginning of November. Open every day from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (these are the operating hours of the gondola that reaches the park).
Costs:
Ascent and descent by gondola:
- Adult – €34.50
- Youth (15-18) – €26
- Child (5-15) – €18
One-way (ascent or descent):
- Adult – €28
- Youth (15-18) – €21
- Child (5-15) – €14.50
Official Website
Address: Weißachgraben 5, 6352 Ellmau
Map:
3. The Filzalmsee Lake Playground
About a half-hour drive from the Hexenwasser park in Söll is the Filzalmsee lake with several activities for children. The lake is located between the peaks of the Wilder Kaiser mountains, which belong to the Kitzbühel Alps. The lake is at an altitude of 1,300 meters above sea level and can be reached by taking the Hochbrixen cable car. Children can play on several nice water installations and also cross the lake on a small raft. In addition, there are several hiking trails following the giants – the Giant’s Path, the Giant’s Forest, and more!
This is what the activities at the lake look like
Additional Essential Information for Your Visit
Opening Hours:
From May 24th to October 26th. Open every day from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (these are the operating hours of the cable car that reaches the lake).
Costs:
Ascent and descent by cable car:
- Adult – €25
- Youth (15-18) – €21
- Child (5-15) – €16
Half-day ticket from 1:00 PM:
- Adult – €20
- Youth (15-18) – €18
- Child (5-15) – €14
Half-day ticket from 3:00 PM:
- Adult – €16
- Youth (15-18) – €15
- Child (5-15) – €12
Official Website
Address: Filzalmsee 364, 6364 Brixen im Thale
Map:
Other Attractions in the Area
A short drive from these villages, you can reach the ancient city of Kufstein, where the beautiful Kufstein Fortress is located. You can read detailed information about it in the comprehensive article we have prepared about the fortress.
Another option is to drive about half an hour to the wonderful Lake Achensee. This is a picturesque and impressive lake with great nature activities. We have prepared a detailed article about the lake and its surroundings.
