FUN EXPERIENCES FOR YOUNG AND OLD

Reith im Alpbachtal

Ein Bild mit Blick auf das Dorf Reith i.A., im Vordergrund die verschneite Natur und im Hintergrund die vielen weißen Dächer | © Alpbachtal Tourismus | Matthias Sedlak Ein Bild mit Blick auf das Dorf Reith i.A., im Vordergrund die verschneite Natur und im Hintergrund die vielen weißen Dächer | © Alpbachtal Tourismus | Matthias Sedlak

Family destination Reith im Alpbachtal

A place that leaves nothing to be desired: A skiing area, the nearby mountain lift, a picturesque bathing lake and various hiking routes - all to be found in Reith im Alpbachtal, Europe's Most Beautiful Flower Village.

The community scores with good transport connections, and the family-friendly activities there will delight you. The location on a vast sunny plateau, surrounded by Tyrol's impressive mountain backdrop is an added bonus.

Explore the charming family friendly Reith i. A. and be enchanted by the local gastronomy and the lively local life!

Winter in Reith im Alpbachtal

Reith im Alpbachtal is a popular destination for snow-loving families and winter sports novices. The flat slopes and wide pistes on the Reither Kogel are ideal for beginners and provide for relaxed descents. Located centrally, the family ski area is therefore easy to get to.

If you are looking for a change from your experiences on skis and snowboard, you should treat yourself to an adventure on the panoramic toboggan run on the Reither Kogel. Enjoy a sporty and sociable touring evening event held every Tuesday on a floodlit slope on the Reither Kogel.

Night owls take note:  wedel (parallel turns) down the slopes under the starry sky. The night skiing slope on the Reither Kogel makes it possible ... unforgettable memories guaranteed!

Everything is all Reith!

Summer in Reith im Alpbachtal

Those who travel to the blossoming flower village in summer can expect family-friendly activities in a lovely setting. A leisurely stroll in the picturesque Matzen Park, exciting tours in the Hildegard von Bingen Garden or the convivial Strawanzer Nights in the village centre. One thing is certain - the summer months in Reith. i. A. have a lot to offer.

The pram-friendly circular hiking trail including Juppi Zauberwald - a unique adventure playground on the Reither Kogel - is just one of the family friendly highlights in the village.

Reith im Alpbachtal is also the perfect starting point for cycling tours of all kinds. Whether you are on a mountain bike, e-bike or racing bike - we have the right route for all biking enthusiasts. We especially recommend the panoramic tour from Reith to Alpbach for cyclists who take particular pleasure in the uphill challenge.

From summer 2024, new types of benches will invite you to tell fascinating stories. Take a journey through time in historic Reith and discover familiar places in a new way. Best of all, the stories are available in two languages and in Braille, making them accessible to all.

Fine food from regional production

If you come to Reith im Alpbachtal, you should definitely explore the numerous local companies producing specialities with much love and care.

A cheese that lives up to its name

The Genussregion (gourmet region) hot spot in the in the Alpbachtal is the extraordinary haymilk cheese dairy. Silage-free milk from 70 regional farmers is processed without any genetic engineering or chemicals to produce, among other things, the award-winning Alpbachtaler Heumilchkäse. The award as an AMA Genuss Region is well deserved.

Eine junge Dame schneidet ein Stück vom Käse ab, in der Theke unter ihr befinden sich verschiedenste Sorten Käse der Alpbachtaler Heumilchkäserei | © Alpbachtal Tourismus

Tyrolean fruit, schnapps culture & a unique farm shop

In the Floberry nature shop run by fruit farmer Naomi Hechenblaikner and her husband Florian, everything revolves around sweet Tyrolean fruit. Whether it's jam or liqueur - the couple's products contain a good portion of heart and soul as well as a lot of creativity. Speaking of liqueurs: the Kammerlander family at the Pinzgerhof has several varieties in their show distillery. Günter Kammerlander learned his trade from his mother-in-law. Katharina Hechenberger's farm shop "Die Haslacherin" sells freshly baked bread and homemade products made from regional and seasonal ingredients. The mother of four has great visions and together with her whole family stands behind every single product.

Floberry beim Brixlegger Bauernmarkt  | © Alpbachtal Tourismus | Matthias Sedlak Floberry beim Brixlegger Bauernmarkt  | © Alpbachtal Tourismus | Matthias Sedlak

Join us at our events!

In Reith im Alpbachtal you will never be bored. Our calendar is packed with colourful village evenings, sporting events and traditional events. The Reither Farmers' Market with Almabtrieb and Kirchtagsfest (kermes), for example, is a long-standing tradition. Master craftsmen are actively involved in organising the supporting programme and give insights into lace-making, hat-making or soap making. You can also take a closer look at feather quill embroidery, which has almost fallen into oblivion, and shingle making. Do you like to party? Then you'll love the Alpbachtaler Strawanzer Nights! The village celebrations take place on Monday evenings during the summer holidays and draw visitors to the village centre with live music and delicious culinary delights.

A highlight for the whole family is the annual family adventure day on the Reither Kogel. In addition to numerous attractions in the Juppi's Enchanted Forest, there is a lot more to experience on this day such as face painting, puzzles and more. How about a stop at one of the many play and craft areas?

Events in Reith i. A. at a glance