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Schmidolin's Baptism of Fire: A Dragon's Adventure Trail

Discover a magical hiking adventure for families at Schmidolin's Baptism of Fire on Schmittenhöhe, with puzzles, play areas, and stunning alpine views.

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Embark on an enchanting family adventure at Schmidolin's Baptism of Fire, a themed hiking trail on Schmittenhöhe mountain near Zell am See. Help the friendly dragon Schmidolin learn to breathe fire by solving puzzles and completing challenges along the scenic route, with rewarding views and playful attractions for children.

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Local tips

  • Purchase the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card for free access to the Schmittenhöhe cable cars and other regional attractions.
  • Grab an adventure pass at the AreitXpress or CityXpress valley stations to fully engage with the Schmidolin's Feuertaufe trail and earn a special reward upon completion.
  • Plan for year-round fun, as Schmidolin's world transforms with the seasons, offering summer hiking adventures.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Zell am See Postplatz, take Bus 71 towards Schmittenhöhebahn valley station. The bus ride takes approximately 10-15 minutes. From the Schmittenhöhebahn valley station, take the Schmittenhöhe cable car up the mountain to access Schmidolin's Feuertaufe. A single bus fare is approximately €2-3. Cable car tickets to the Schmittenhöhe are required, with a single ascent and descent ticket costing around €41 for adults.

  • Driving

    From Zell am See, follow the signs towards Schmittenhöhe. Drive to one of the valley stations (Schmittenhöhebahn, AreitXpress, or ZellamseeXpress). Free parking is available at the AreitXpress and ZellamseeXpress valley stations. Parking at the Schmittenhöhebahn valley station is also free. Cable car tickets are required to reach Schmidolin's Feuertaufe, with prices varying depending on the season and type of ticket (single ascent/descent, day pass, etc.). A single ascent and descent ticket costs around €41 for adults.

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Schmidolin's Baptism of Fire (Feuertaufe) is an interactive adventure trail located on the Schmittenhöhe mountain, near Zell am See, Austria. This family-friendly hiking path is themed around Schmidolin, a friendly dragon who needs help from young adventurers to learn how to breathe fire. The trail presents a series of engaging challenges, puzzles, and tasks suitable for children, encouraging them to assist Schmidolin on his quest. As they progress along the route, kids collect 'firestones' by completing the activities, documenting their achievements in an adventure pass. Successfully completing the trail leads to a well-deserved reward. The adventure pass can be obtained at the valley stations. Along the way, families can enjoy the natural beauty of the Schmittenhöhe, with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Zell. The trail also features play areas such as Schmidolin's Dragon Fire, an adventure playground where children can climb, crawl, swing, and slide. For older children and adults, there's even an E-Motocross park near the AreitXpress mountain station. To reach Schmidolin's Baptism of Fire, visitors typically take a cable car from Zell am See to the Schmittenhöhe. Options include the Schmittenhöhebahn, AreitXpress, or CityXpress. Once at the mountain station, the trail is easily accessible and well-signposted.

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