Family time in nature
2026 has a very special highlight in store for our guests' children: the new Silver Ranger Karwendel program - together with their parents. The highlights are the ranger days on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but there is also a varied program on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - e.g. farm visits on the Weerberg, around the Kellerjoch or a legend storytelling at the castle.
Why with parents?
Because shared experiences bring people together, provide security and turn the ranger adventures into real family moments.
Important to know:
Parental accompaniment is mandatory for all program items - with one exception: Wednesday at the Schiestlhof.
All information at a glance
- You can experience the program in two different weeks
- If you take two weeks of vacation, you will experience two different programs
- Children can participate by the day or for a full week
- All modules can be experienced individually - entry is possible at any time, as no course builds on another
- The Ranger Program only takes place on Tuesday and Thursday
- Ranger levels: Junior Silver Ranger (4 modules) - Silver Ranger (8 modules)
- Parent accompaniment is mandatory for all hiking and ranger days
Exception: Wednesday - Farm (without parents)
Week A - Program
July 6 - July 11 | July 20 - July 25 | August 3 - August 8 | August 17 - August 22
MONDAY
Experience in Vomperloch: Family hike
10:00 am | Karwendelrast parking lot, Vomperberg
The Vomperloch provides us with deep insights into the "Grand Canyon of Tyrol" to experience many an adventure. We will get to know the magic of trees and learn about edible wild plants. Be curious!
- Tour details: 7 km, 200 meters in altitude
- Time: approx. 3 hours
- Take enough food and drink with you
- With sufficient breaks
- The day is accompanied by exciting stories and outdoor activities
TUESDAY
Ranger Program - Loassattel - Modules 1 & 2
10:00 a.m. | Pillberg Parking Lot/Loas Turn-off
From the Pillberg Parking Lot, we’ll travel together to the Gamsstein Parking Lot
Module 1: Survival & Nutrition in the Outdoors
- Edible plants, proper behavior when exhausted, teamwork & responsibility, energy in the mountains
Module 2: Navigation Without a Cell Phone
- Using a compass correctly, navigating by the sun & shadows, reading maps & assessing terrain
WEDNESDAY
Farm Visit at the Schiestlhof
Schiestlhof, Weerberg | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Schiestlhof, Schmalzgasse 23, 6133 Weerberg, or transfer via the Karwendolin Express from/to Schwaz and Weer
- Registration by Sunday at 4:00 p.m.
- Fee: €6 for lunch
- Pickup at 4:00 p.m. or return trip on the Karwendolin Express
Storytelling in front of Tratzberg Castle
Tratzberg Castle parking lot, Stans | 8:00 p.m.
- Meeting point: 8:00 p.m. | Tratzberg Castle parking lot, 6135 Stans
- Registration by Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.
- Duration: approx. 2 hours
THURSDAY
Ranger Program - Wolfsklamm - Modules 3 & 4
10:00 a.m. | Stans Elementary School parking lot
Module 3: Masters of Water
- From the mountain spring, theoretical principles of water filtration, dangers of flooding, the path of water in the mountains
Module 4: Safety in the Mountains
- Identifying natural shelters, carving a tool, protection from wind & weather, safety rules in the mountains
FRIDAY
Nature experience day on the Arbeser Kogel
10.00 am | Kellerjochbahn valley station parking lot
Ride up from Grafenast to the Hecherhaus on the chairlift, then start the circular hike with breathtaking views of the Karwendel mountains and the Inn Valley, descent via Larcheggsteig back to the Kellerjochbahn/Grafenast parking lot
.- Tour details: approx. 150 vertical meters ascent, 450 vertical meters descent, trail length 6 km
- Walking time: approx. 3 hours in total
- With sufficient breaks
- Take enough food and drink with you
- The ascent with the Kellerjochbahn is included with the SILBERCARD plus (SILBERCARD flexi 50% discount)
Week B - Program
July 13 - July 18 | July 27 - August 1 | August 10 - August 15 | August 24 - August 29
MONDAY
Experience in Vomperloch: Family hike
10:00 am | Karwendelrast parking lot, Vomperberg
The Vomperloch provides us with deep insights into the "Grand Canyon of Tyrol" to experience many an adventure. We will get to know the magic of trees and learn about edible wild plants. Be curious!
- Tour details: 7 km, 200 meters in altitude
- Time: approx. 3 hours
- Take enough food and drink with you
- With sufficient breaks, the day is accompanied by exciting stories and outdoor activities
TUESDAY
Ranger Program - Suspension Bridge - Modules 5 & 6
Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Kolsassberg Town Hall parking lot
Module 5: Guardians of the Forest
- Identifying tree species, understanding growth rings, recognizing dangers in the forest, CO₂ & sustainability explained simply & the forest as a habitat
Module 6: Weather Scout in the Karwendel
- Reading clouds & Recognizing thunderstorms, temperature & wind, why mountains create their own weather
WEDNESDAY
Farm Visit at the Schiestlhof
Schiestlhof, Weerberg | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Schiestlhof, Schmalzgasse 23, 6133 Weerberg, or transfer via the Karwendolin Express from/to Schwaz and Weer
- Registration by Sunday at 4:00 p.m.
- Fee: €6 for lunch
- Pickup at 4:00 p.m. or return trip on the Karwendolin Express
Storytelling in front of Tratzberg Castle
Tratzberg Castle parking lot, Stans | 8:00 p.m.
- Meeting point: 8:00 p.m. | Tratzberg Castle parking lot, 6135 Stans
- Registration by Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.
- Duration: approx. 2 hours
THURSDAY
Ranger Program - Stallental - Modules 7 & 8
10:00 a.m. | Bärenrast Parking Lot
Module 7: Track Reader & Animal Lover
- Identifying animal tracks & Understanding habitats, Behavior around wildlife & Respectful interaction with nature
Module 8: Fire & Responsibility
- Finding suitable fire sites, assessing wind & weather conditions, fire safety, lighting a fire with flint
FRIDAY
Nature adventure day on the Arbeser Kogel
10.00 am | Kellerjochbahn valley station parking lot
Ride up from Grafenast to the Hecherhaus on the chairlift, then start the circular hike with breathtaking views of the Karwendel mountains and the Inn Valley, descent via Larcheggsteig back to the Kellerjochbahn/Grafenast parking lot
.- Tour details: approx. 150 vertical meters ascent, 450 vertical meters descent, trail length 6 km
- Walking time: approx. 3 hours in total
- With sufficient breaks
- Take enough food and drink with you
Ranger levels
Junior Silver Ranger
After 4 modules the children receive:
- Certificate
- Junior Silver Ranger card
- 4 stamps in the ranger passport
Ranger levels
Silver Ranger
After 8 modules the children receive:
- Certificate
- Silver Ranger card
- 8 stamps in the ranger passport
Each child receives a personal ranger passport.
After each half-day there is a stamp.
Important
- Register online at www.silberregion-karwendel.com/experiences, by e-mail to info@silberregion-karwendel.com or by phone at +43(0)5242 / 63240.
- Parent accompaniment is mandatory for all hiking and ranger days. Exception: Wednesday at the farm.
- Bring sturdy shoes, rain jacket, sun protection, cap and a snack. Participation is not possible without the appropriate equipment.