Hopsiland Planai

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Hopsiland Planai

Adventure for the whole family

Hopsiland on the Planai is the highest playground in Styria and a true paradise for families. It is easily accessible via the 10-seater Planai main cable car. At over 1,800 metres above sea level, visitors can look forward to a wide variety of activities in summer, including exciting play stations, fun marble runs, water attractions and plenty of nature experiences.

The first playground is located right next to the mountain station. Swings, slides, a shaded sandbox and comfortable seating areas invite visitors to relax. At the same time, this area marks the starting point for Hopsiland.

Die Station Australien mit der Riesenspinne im Planai Hopsiland | © Josh Absenger
die „Riesenspinne“ – ein großes Spielgerät mit Rutschen, Schaukeln und Motorikelementen im Planai Hopsiland | © Josh Absenger
Der überdimensionaler Wanderschuh im Planai Hopsiland mit Kletter- und Balanceelement | © Josh Absenger

Two themed trails – double the adventure

Across a total of around 4 kilometres, two varied themed trails lead through Hopsiland, offering plenty of opportunities to explore.

Hopsis Neighborhood

circular route, approx. 2 km

NEW: Hopsis World Tour

circular route, approx. 2 km

Panorama Planai Hopsilands | © Michael Gletthofer

Children's program

During the summer vacations , Hopsiland becomes the stage for a colorful children's program that takes place at different stations. Every week, Hopsi surprises its guests with new highlights - varied, entertaining and guaranteed not to be boring.

Hopsis Neighborhood

Station description

Since 2025, Hopsi has been happily hopping through his Hopsiland on the Planai. Along the circular trail “Hopsi’s Home,” he climbs, slides and jumps wherever there’s something to discover. It starts right at the top station of the 10-seater Planai main cable car. Along the way, Hopsi shows you his beloved alpine home.

Tip: If you’re out with a stroller, it’s best to take the circular route clockwise!

Competition marble run

The fun gets rolling right from the start with the competition marble run at the very first play station! You can get your Hopsi marble at the info point at the valley station or up at the Hopsi Express. The marble is available for just € 2.00. A change machine is also available.

© René Eduard Perhab
© René Eduard Perhab
© René Eduard Perhab
© René Eduard Perhab
© Planai Hochwurzen Bahnen GmbH

Birdlife

The chick motor skills area is perfect for the youngest explorers: first attempts can be made on climbing elements and balance beams, followed by a fun bird quiz to put those thinking skills to the test. Here, visitors can learn interesting facts about native birds and their habitats.

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© Josh Absenger
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© Josh Absenger
© Tanja Kaserer

Hopsi's water world

On hot summer days, Hopsi’s water world offers refreshing fun. Children can dam up water, dip their feet into the cool mountain streams or explore small creeks. This turns nature at over 1,800 metres above sea level into a huge adventure playground.

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Kind sitzt am Teich in der Hopsi Kinderland Wasserwelt | © Christine Höflehner
© Christine Höflehner

Kasalm

At the valley station of the Hopsi Express (inclined lift), Hopsi has set up a cosy little alpine hut: the Kasalm. Inside, an indoor marble run and a slide await – perfect for fun in any weather.

© René Eduard Perhab
© Planai Hochwurzen Bahnen GmbH
© René Eduard Perhab
© René Eduard Perhab
© Planai Hochwurzen Bahnen GmbH

Alpine motor skills

The alpine motor skills station shows how much skill and balance young explorers need on the alpine pastures: balancing over milking stools and milk churns, climbing along a cow and mastering small challenges with rakes and scythes.

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© Christine Höflehner
© Christine Höflehner
© Christine Höflehner
© Christine Höflehner

Hopsis MountainSportWorld

In the Weitmoos area, everything revolves around movement in nature: long jumps like a hare, trampolines, racing slides and alpine golf provide action and adventure – a place where children can test their strength and explore the outdoors.

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Das perfekte Fotomotiv für ein Familienfoto in Hopsis Bergsportwelt | © Josh Absenger
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© Tom Lamm | ikarus.cc
© Tom Lamm | ikarus.cc

Hopsi's forest path

Along Hopsi’s forest path, young explorers meet Hopsi and his animal friends from the forest. Deer, ibex, eagle owl, chamois and bear share stories about their lives in the mountains and on the alpine pastures – it’s worth listening closely!

© Christine Höflehner
© Christine Höflehner
© Christine Höflehner

Hopsi's World Tour

Stationsbeschreibung

Hopsi is curious! He wants to explore the big, wide world. On the new circular trail “Hopsi’s World Tour,” he hops from one exciting place to the next. From America, he travels all the way to Australia and even ventures into the depths of the ocean. The starting point of this loop is located near the bike area.

Tip: If you’re out with a stroller, it’s best to take this circular route counterclockwise!

Rabbit creek

At Rabbit creek, eager gold panners can try their luck – a real adventure for little prospectors right on the mountain. Right next door, the terrace of the Märchenwiesenhütte invites you to take a break – perfect for a bite to eat along the way.

© Josh Absenger
© Josh Absenger

Bike area

Here, young bikers race along three easy trails with plenty of curves and gentle descents – right in the middle of ancient China. Even the youngest riders on balance bikes can really get going here. The Chinese dragon “Fahr-Long” (conveyor lift) takes everyone back up to the start. A bike rental with suitable equipment is available right on site.

© Josh Absenger
Kleinkind mit Laufrad in der Bike Area Schladming mit einer Figur daneben | © Josh Absenger
© Josh Absenger
Kinder holen sich Bikes beim Verleih „Bike Saloon“ in der Bike Area Schladming, mit Western-Dekor | © Roland Haschka

Nord pole

Eight metres high and full of action: the North Pole play station delights with a multi-level marble run and a slide that takes you swiftly back down. Numerous motor skills elements invite children to climb, balance and explore.

© Christine Höflehner
© Christine Höflehner
© Christine Höflehner
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Eine Familie beim Besuch der Station Nordpol im Planai Hopsiland | © Christine Höflehner

Deep sea

NEW from July 2026

Starting July 2026 - it's time to dive in! The new “Deep sea” station takes young adventurers into a mysterious underwater world. A giant octopus with climbing nets, slides and wobbly starfish invites kids to climb, slide and explore – there’s plenty of adventure waiting beneath the waves.

Safari

Off to the savannah! From the large telescope, lions and monkeys can be spotted before the slide takes young adventurers safely back down. An exciting playground full of discoveries and adventure.

Europe

Step into the giant hiking boot and discover Europe! The walk-in boot is a great photo spot and a perfect place to linger. On the wobbly parcours through Europe, young explorers can test their skills and take on new challenges.

Der überdimensionaler Wanderschuh im Planai Hopsiland mit Kletter- und Balanceelement | © Josh Absenger

Australia

Adventure awaits in the outback: the giant climbing spider invites children to climb, balance, swing and slide. On the motor skills element, boomerangs take flight while kangaroos hop over small obstacles – this is where skill and a sense of adventure are put to the test!

die „Riesenspinne“ – ein großes Spielgerät mit Rutschen, Schaukeln und Motorikelementen im Planai Hopsiland | © Josh Absenger
Die Station Australien mit der Riesenspinne im Planai Hopsiland | © Josh Absenger

Restaurants & huts in Hopsiland

In the middle of Hopsiland, six cozy huts and restaurants invite you to linger. While the children play and explore, you can enjoy Styrian delicacies and a real hut atmosphere - ideally on a sunny terrace with a panoramic view.

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