Youth programme

For young guests aged between 10 and 16 years the Achensee holiday region offers a fantastic activity programme from 24 June to 30 August 2019. 

Segway riding, climbing, kayaking, riding, tubing, canyoning or stand up paddleboarding (SUP) are on the agenda of the youth programme. Young people are always in the company of qualified supervisors.

PROGRAMME

  • MONDAY – Segway Tour

    Today we are off into the countryside on so-called “Segways”. These two-wheeled vehicles are at the same time trendy, ingenious and environmentally-friendly, and can be steered in any direction simply by transferring your weight. There’s no point in looking for an accelerator or brake, they are simply not needed. Minimum age 12 years!

    • Meeting place: Information office Pertisau
    • Meeting time: 09.45 a.m.
    • Return time: approx. 11.45 a.m.
    • Price: EUR 35.00 incl. equipment
    • Please bring your own lunch.
  • MONDAY AFTERNOON – Kayaking at Lake Achensee

    Paddle along the western shore of Lake Achensee in a kayak. Enjoy the fresh wind and discover hidden places. Learn to control your balance on the water or jump into the cool water in between. Besides the action, there will also be time to chill out.

    • Meeting place: Information office Pertisau
    • Meeting time: 12.30 p.m.
    • Return time: approx. 05.00 p.m.
    • Price: EUR 25.00 incl. equipment
    • Please bring swimwear!
  • TUESDAY – Rock climbing adventure

    Put on your safety harness and off you go! Try secured rock climbing at the newly built crag Achenseehof. Clamber up the 18-metre high wall and enjoy the fantastic view of Lake Achensee. Of course, the guides will provide tips and tricks for climbing.

    • Meeting place: Crag Achenseehof, Achenkirch
    • Meeting time: 10.00 a.m.
    • Return time: approx. 02.00 p.m.
    • Price: EUR 35.00 incl. equipment
    • Please bring rain gear and a warm jacket.
    • Please bring your own lunch.
  • WEDNESDAY – SUP Stand up paddling

    Equipped with board and paddle we set out on the water and start our first exercises! Starting, heading off, paddling techniques, and very quickly we have covered the first few metres. Standup paddle boarding is both relaxing and a full-body workout. Those who manage to keep their balance will not end up in the water! Good swimming skills are required!

    • Meeting place: Water sports centre Achensee, Buchau in Maurach
    • Meeting time: 10.30 a.m.
    • Return time: approx. 12.30 p.m.
    • Price: EUR 25.00 incl. equipment
    • Please bring swimming gear.
    • Please bring your own lunch.
  • WEDNESDAY afternoon – Wild West at Lake Achensee

    Do you fancy a cool horse adventure with genuine American Quarter Horses? Novice and advanced Western and English riders can expect an action-packed day full of horsey activities: from the first contact with the horses to guided trail rides in the great outdoors.

    • Meeting place: Reitstall Achensee, Pertisau
    • Meeting time: 02.00 p.m.
    • Return time: approx. 4.00 p.m.
    • Price: EUR 39.00 incl. equipment
    • Please bring your own lunch.
  • THURSDAY – Tubing

    We ride down the river on tubes and take a break in a bay to jump into plunge pools. Who can negotiate the rapids without overturning? Who dares to jump from the rock into the deep pools? Equipped with wetsuits, helmets and life jackets, you will be ready to face any challenge! Minimum age 12 years!
    Participation requirements: Good swimming skills and appropriate fitness level for a hike of moderate difficulty are required today! The safety of our participants is our utmost priority! Therefore, we reserve the right to postpone or cancel tours or to choose alternative tours in case of high water or other dangerous weather conditions.

    • Meeting place: Information office Achenkirch
    • Meeting time: 10.00 a.m.
    • Return time: approx. 1.00 p.m.
    • Price: EUR 40.00 incl. equipment
    • Please bring swimming gear and sport shoes that may get wet!
    • Please bring a second pair of shoes!
  • FRIDAY – Cool action in the torrent

    An exciting new way to experience the power and beauty of water! Swim, jump and hike through the most beautiful gorges of the Achensee holiday region. Let yourself be carried away into a world of turquoise pools, swirling vortices and waves. Immerse yourself in crystal clear water and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of nature from a completely different perspective!

    Participation requirements: Good swimming skills and appropriate fitness level for a hike of moderate difficulty are required today! The safety of our participants is our utmost priority! Therefore, we reserve the right to postpone or cancel tours or to choose alternative tours in case of high water or other dangerous weather conditions.

    • Meeting place: Information office Achenkirch
    • Meeting time: 10.30 a.m.
    • Return time: approx. 01.30 p.m.
    • Price: EUR 35.00 incl. equipment
    • Please bring swimming gear!

KEY FACTS

  • When & Where?

    The youth programme takes place from the 24 June to 30 August 2019 at the times and meeting points specified in the programme.

  • Important

    Please bring a packed lunch and wear suitable sturdy shoes. Please bring swimming gear on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Please notice the information indicated in the programme. If the weather is extremely bad or if there are not enough participants (min. 2 persons), we reserve the right to cancel the programme at short notice. The organizer accepts no liability for accidents of any kind!

REGISTRATION

Book here to guarantee your participation in the youth programme. Please book online, at the local information offices or by phone at +43 5 95300-0 by 17.00 at the latest on the previous day. Please note that events are limited to 8 people!