Austria with Kids
26-30 JUN 2024
Overview
Each year, at the peak of summer we return to the Austrian Alps to escape the summer heat. Trekking, mountain biking, longboarding, rock climbing, via-ferrata or just swimming in a mountain lake - there are adventures for the whole family.
DURATION
5 days / 4 nights*
MEETING POINT
Ramsau Am Dachstein, Austria
ACCOMMODATION
4 nights in well-equipped apartments for 2-3-4 people in a superb guesthouse with its own bar and community areas
OUTDOOR PACKAGE
Trekking, Biking, Rock Climbing, Klettersteig / Via Ferrata, Skateboarding / Longboarding, Beach, Horseback riding**
PRICE
€ 590
*The duration of the trip lasts from meeting at Ramsau Am Dachstein, Austria until the departure home from the same place.
** Paid programs are not included in the price of the trip.
Description
Situated at the foot of a 2900 meter mountain, Ramsau is the perfect starting point for those wanting to trekking, go longboard riding, head out on a cycling tour, or go climbing in the Alps.
The itinerary is completely open, we schedule the ideal program according to the group’s interest.
An example of the perfect day
After having breakfast with the picturesque southern wall of Dachstein in the background, we’ll head off toward the glacier. Jumping on the cable car, we’ll pass over the ski slopes, leaving the evergreen trees and summer weather behind us. Arriving at the Dachstein glacier, we’ll cross a suspension bridge with an unobscured 360 degree view of Austria’s highest peaks. Here we’ll also find the „stairway to nothingness” – narrow steps that lead to a glass-bottom lookout. This is not for the faint-hearted because there’s 400 meters of absolutely nothing but thin air underneath. But for those who dare you’ll be rewarded by a breath-taking and unforgettable view of the Austrian Alps.
After coming down from the glacier, we hike home from the valley station, and on the way we stop in the best huts for a homemade cheese plate or apple strudel.
At night we’ll enjoy grilled meats as the sun sets on a beautiful summer day, washed down with an unfiltered Austrian craft beer. There’s table football for those with a competitive spirit, or you can just sit back and relax while planning the next day’s activities. These plans, for example, might include tackling an e-bike tour up and down in the valley. Don’t worry if this sounds daunting; there are also easy rides for beginners. As with the “stairway to nothingness”, the view will be worth it!
It started as a biathlon court, but ended up as a longboarder paradise
The summer cross country training court built in the nearby forest is one of the most special longboard spots in the world. There is no traffic around, the roads are flat, the curves are bound, uphill and downhill between sky high pine trees. We can swim in the nearby lake, play volleyball on the lakeside or just explore the area. There is a summer bob and adventure park, and pro bike riders can also try the bike park in Schladming.
Daniel jumps high at the lake by our house
Jano's turn in Wagrain bike park
How not to use the klettersteig (via ferrata) obstacles
The boss is watching
The Ramsau beach is a perfect place to have a beer
In the area you can find klettersteig (via ferrata) routes for every level
The hütte (Austrian mountain hut) culture is even more vivid in summer than in winter
Just don't be surprised when a local retired overtakes you quickly :)
Don't try it at home
Each year, at summer we return to the Austrian Alps to escape the summer heat
Details
SUNNY SIDE UP - MOUNTAIN CAMP
26-30 JUN 2024
The duration of the trip lasts from meeting at Ramsau Am Dachstein, Austria until the departure home from the same place.
€ 590
Included in the price
- Accommodation for 4 nights in well-equipped apartments (rooms for 2,3 or 4 people)
- Breakfast
- 2 dinners
- Pass to Ramsau Beach
- GoBeyond tour guide and program organization (e-bike tour, hiking, rafting, horse riding, skateboarding) with extensive local knowledge
Further expenses
- Transportation to and from the meeting point – Ramsau Am Dachstein, Austria
- Sports equipment
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Extra entry fees or lift tickets
- Extra food and drinks
Activities
Besides the magical wonders of the Austrian Alps, trekking, mountain biking, longboarding, rock climbing, via-ferrata or just swimming in a mountain lake are all on the menu as daily activities.
Meals
Besides visiting restaurants and Hüttes and getting a real taste of the Austrian cuisine, we will go shopping together for local ingredients and cooking meals on the outside grill.
Group
Approx. 20 guests. Solo travellers, couples, friends and families are all welcome.
Travel insurance
You will need travel insurance that is valid in Austria and includes the sports of your preference (biking, climbing). You can contact us and we are happy to recommend the most suitable one. You don’t need to worry about the insurance of the vans, this is covered by GoBeyond.
Accommodation
4 nights in a classic Austrian mountain house in rooms of 2, 3 or 4 people. The house has its own bar and community areas. Central location, 5 minutes from the trails, lake and other activities.
Weather
Fresh and changeable mountain weather, 8-28°C
Photo & Video
All the photos and videos you see are from our previous camps. We produce high-quality content of all our camps, which you will receive after returning home to remember all the amazing memories.
Personal expenses
Depending on spending habits your budget for the trip should range from 200-400 EUR. For reference, a meal in a restaurant is between 5-25 EUR.
Program
After your arrival we're waiting for you with a huge BBQ feast by the pool. The following days your holiday will be exactly as active as you'd like it, you can choose from the following programs daily:
TREKKING
Endless choices from a 1 hour, 3.5-kilometer hike to a 10 hour, 30-kilometer one with a level difference up to 2000 meters. From a snowy glacier walk through pristine alpine lakes till cow-dotted meadows and dense pine forests, jaw dropping sceneries vary. Many routes can be facilitated by ski lift.
BIKING
Enduro&DH (4 big bike parks in the area).Road bike (dozens of exciting serpentines within 50 kilometers of the house), XC (single trails and marked bike paths through and around the nearby mountains).
ROCK CLIMBING
A wide range of sport-climbing routes on the world-famous limestone of Dachstein.
KLETTERSTEIG / VIA FERRATA
Plenty of routes, from beginner to experienced climbing levels up to 3000 meter high.
SKATEBOARDING/LONGBOARDING
A glass-like concrete trail network in the middle of the forest with sharp bends and ups&downs. A place like no other within walking/skating distance from the house.
MOUNTAIN LAKE BEACH
Volleyball court, trampoline, and jumping tower by a small lake 5 min walking from the house.
HORSEBACK RIDING
From the running shaft to the terrain obstacle course everything is available nearby.
PROGRAMS FOR KIDS
Mini forest adventure park, summer bob, plenty of playgrounds, horseback riding, lots of animals and farms in the area: cows, horses, deer, llamas, goats, bison, piglets, donkeys, hens...
The program is subject to change at any times. The final itinerary depends on current weather conditions, swell, tidal movements, the group’s surfing skills and stamina.
Application
1
ENQUIRY
Call us, email us or use the form below
2
AVAILABILITY CONFIRMATION
We will get back to you within 48h
3
BOOKING
Secure your spot with a deposit & travel contract
4
PLANE TICKETS & VISA ARRANGEMENT IF NEEDED
Typically 1-2 months before departure
5
SECOND INSTALMENT
30 days before departure
6
GoBeyond ADVENTURE STARTS
We greet you at the meeting point
Get in touch with us
Phone: +43 660 552 2466 | Email: hello@gobeyond.travel
Austria with Kids
Q&A
Not at all. There are always people who come alone, so you can be sure that you’ll make new friends!
This is our most familiar trip! If you like to do outdoor activities in the mountain area, then this is your camp! For park skiing and snowboarding and downhill mountain biking the opportunities are world class.
Although it's summer you should expect very changeable weather. On the top of the Dachstein Glacier it might snow, but a real beach time can happen as well, in this case we'll sunbath next to the lake by the house.
It depends on what you're planning to do. If you want to ski, then you should have your equipment and the situation is the same in case of down hill mountain biking or climbing. You'll have the opportunity to rent equipment on sight, but we will also have some test gear with us.
It really depends on what you’re planning to do, the ski pass and the lift ticket for mountain biking is not included in the price, and these are the biggest expenses. If you are willing to do everything, everyday (which is not possible :) ) than you should count with around 60 EUR/day.
You should choose an insurance which expands for the activities you’re planning to do. You should be aware that the blue EU health insurance card and the insurance of your bank card is not valid in most cases.
The tour will be led by Janó the founder of GoBeyond, who has extensive local knowledge of the area and is a part time resident in Ramsau.
4 nights in a classic Austrian mountain house in rooms of 2, 3 or 4 people. The house has its own bar and community areas. Central location, 5 minutes from the trails, lake and other activities.
The local currency is EURO. You can bring cash from home or there are several ATMS, for withdrawals. In most locations you can also pay by card.
For Austria most nationalities don’t need a Visa.
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The company is growing up with us and it always reflects our lives and ambitions. Lots of our customers have had kids in the last years (us included), and we believe that you do not have to give up on exciting adventures just because you became parents.
On the contrary, children need adventure and fun just as much as we do - and to be honest we need it more than ever!
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