Skiing with children on the Schmittenhöhe
Family skiing holidays in Zell am See
Zell am See – along with the Schmittenhöhe – is one of Austria’s top family ski resorts for skiing with children. Every winter sports day on the Schmitten is varied and action-packed.
Newcomer to the slopes, little adventurer, seasoned pro or anyone in between: With 77 kilometres of ski runs, there’s a perfect descent for every type of winter sports enthusiast, no matter their age.
Family-friendly winter tickets
Attractive offers for families with children
The Schmittenhöhebahn AG offers a variety of winter tickets for families. Parents will appreciate that young children can use the cable cars and lifts free of charge when accompanied by an adult. Additionally, ski pass prices are staggered according to age, with different tickets for adults, youths and kids.
Special offers make skiing with children on the Schmittenhöhe even more appealing. For instance, if your little ones have just taken up the sport, discounted tickets are offered that are valid only for the valley lifts. Plus, every Saturday, children and youths can use the cable cars and lifts for just 15 euros with the Junior XPLORE CARD youth ticket.
Exploring the slopes with Schmidolin
The Schmitten mascot
Schmidolin is the Schmittenhöhe’s adorable mascot. The young dragon ensures that children have a fantastic time skiing on Zell’s landmark mountain.
Schmidolin’s Dragon Park
The Dragon Park is sure to ignite a thirst for adventure among the little ones. They get to zoom through tunnels, over waves and more. That’s not just fun – it also helps children internalise what they have learned. What better way for them to hone their skills!
Kinder-Skiland: children‘s area
At Schmidolin’s Kinder-Skiland on Zell’s landmark mountain, children learn to ski in a playful manner. The adventure begins on the magic carpet, “Schmidolin’s Dragon Tunnel”, even before any of the actual skiing starts. After their initial attempts on skis, it’s off to the ski run and time to tackle the mini slalom. There’s also plenty of seating available where they can take a breather when needed.
Learning made easy: Schmidolin always explains the most important piste rules to everyone, ensuring that even the youngest skiers prioritise safety. And if they can’t get enough of Schmidolin, how about having them join his dragontastic fan club? Becoming a member comes with numerous benefits and is, of course, free of charge.
Schmidolin Club
Young fans of the Schmitten dragon – aged four to ten – can join the Schmidolin Club. After registering, you and your children will benefit from exclusive advantages.
To sign up, simply email the completed registration card for your child to schmidolin@schmitten.at. Alternatively, you can register by post. Please send your card to Schmittenhöhebahn AG, Postfach 8, 5700 Zell am See.
Once registered, members are the first to receive the latest news and dates for upcoming Schmidolin events. Additionally, participation in the Schmidolin Ski Day and Schmidolin’s Olympic Games is free of charge. Twice a year, Schmidolin mail will arrive in your postbox – and on your child’s birthday, they will receive a letter of congratulations from the Schmitten dragon himself.
Huts & restaurants on the Schmittenhöhe
Taking a lunch break with the whole family
Stopping for a bite to eat is an essential part of every family skiing day. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up or a hearty lunch to recharge, the huts on the Schmittenhöhe serve delicious dishes that will delight the palates of even the most picky eaters. Each meal is served alongside breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain scenery.