Kids are well-catered for!

Families with children and/or teenagers

Knowing that their children are in good hands is a major concern for every parent. Childcare centres and schools are important places for children to learn, experience, and grow. They also give parents the security of being able to continue to pursue their professional ambitions. The region between the mountains and the lake offers many options.

Day nurseries

Day nurseries are facilities for children before kindergarten age, in most cases from 1-3 years old. The crèche helps young children settle into a group and learn about their strengths, preparing them for the kindergarten.

A group of children of the Butterblumenkinder day nursery exploring in the forest at Achensee.

Kindergartens

Kindergartens are intended for children aged 3-6 years and usually open in the mornings from Monday to Friday. A typical day in kindergarten involves singing, crafting, and playing.

A group of kindergarten children looking out over Lake Achensee from the pier.

Childcare for children & youngsters

In addition, the Achensee region offers several afternoon childcare facilities.

  • The Kinderhort „Arche“ in Achenkirch offers after school care and childcare during the holidays for children from kindergarten age. 
  • The after school care centre Hort Mosaik 4.14 in Maurach offers lunch for children between the ages of 4 to 14 years, followed by care in the after school care centre. The after school care centre also offers a varied programme during the holidays.
  • For our youngsters, there is the Young Village youth project. In addition, there are numerous clubs that offer many options to spend your leisure time with like-minded people, depending on your interests.
A group of children enjoying their lunch in a forest at Lake Achensee.

Primary school

There is compulsory schooling of nine years for all children living in Austria. The first four school years (from 6 to 10 years) are completed in primary school. From the fifth to the eighth school year, children attend a secondary school or a general education school. The ninth compulsory school year is spent in a polytechnic school or other types of school.

This photo captures children in a primary school classroom in Pertisau.

Secondary school Achensee

From the fifth to the eighth school year, children attend a secondary school or a general education school. With its great location and positive learning environment, the secondary school Achensee is a school for all.

Group photo of the pupils of Achensee Middle School on the jetty on the shore of Lake Achensee.

Excursions, playgrounds & more

Looking for leisure activities for you and your family? Our interactive map features numerous excursions, playgrounds, ski schools, family-friendly hiking trails and climbing crags.

Children enjoy the playground in Steinberg am Rofan surrounded by beautiful flower meadows.
/// This photo captures a woman holding the Achensee region's benefit card for employees.
Enjoy benefits

The Achensee DahoamCard gives children & youngsters from the region numerous benefits and discounts on leisure activities.