Animals and nature for children around Niederau · Summer

Visiting a farm and cheese dairy

Children find out where milk and cheese come from

The Wildschönau has around 260 working farms, and in several places you can see how farm life and cheesemaking work. At the end of the Wildschauer valley lies the Schaukäserei Schönangeralm, where the cheesemaker gives tours in summer and you can taste the cheese.

Near the alp there is a walking path, a playground and a brook for paddling, plus a restaurant. A fun extra for children is the Wildschönauer Bummelzug (little train) to the alp. Whether you can join in on other farms varies from farm to farm; ask Wildschönau Tourismus or your accommodation about current options and times.

Place: Auffach

  • AgeAll ages
  • DurationAbout 2 hours
  • CostPrice varies; check beforehand
  • DistanceAbout 15 min by car
  • SeasonSummer
  • LocationWildschauer valley, Auffach
Llama at a farm

Tips

  • Wear boots or sturdy shoes.
  • Take the Bummelzug to the alp; children enjoy it.
  • Ask about the dairy's cheese.
  • Keep away from animals you do not know.

Practical

The Wildschauer valley starts at Auffach, about 15 minutes by car from Niederau. Ask beforehand about tours, times and cost.

Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.

Frequently asked questions

Can I taste cheese?

At the Schaukäserei Schönangeralm tasting is often offered in summer; check tours beforehand.

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Hotel Wastlhof, partner of Niederau.nl, is a family-run hotel with an indoor and an outdoor pool, wellness and its own riding stables, right in the village. For more places to stay and information you can also contact the Wildschönau tourist office.

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