Canyoning for Families & children
- Region
- Allgäu
- Duration
- approx. 4 hours
- In the canyon
- approx. 2.5 hours
- Minimum age
- from age 10
- Canyon
- Starzlachklamm
- Experience
- not required
Share an adventure
Family canyoning in the Allgäu
A dedicated family tour with its own dates – designed for parents and children aged ten and over.
On our family canyoning tour in the Starzlachklamm, you experience water, rocks and small challenges as a shared outdoor adventure. The tour combines exercise, nature and plenty of moments of success without turning into an extreme programme.
This isn't just a date on the standard Starzlachklamm tour. Families have their own dates in the booking calendar. That way, the schedule, group dynamics and support can be tailored to parents and children.
Slides, water sections, climbing spots, jumps and abseils add variety. Jumps are always optional. If a spot doesn't feel right, there's a safe alternative.
You're guided by state-certified canyoning guides. They explain everything calmly and clearly and make sure children and parents stay safe and have fun.
Right in the action
This is what family canyoning looks like
Water, rocks and small challenges – together and at your own pace.
What to expect
Family tour highlights
Natural water sections
Slides, clear plunge pools and small climbing spots add variety to the tour.
Courage at your own pace
Jumps are optional. Difficult spots can be tackled safely or bypassed.
Child-friendly guiding
The guides explain things clearly, encourage patiently and look after the whole family.
A shared experience
You master challenges together and take home real family memories.
Step by step
How the family canyoning tour works
Meeting point and preparation
We meet at the Outdoor Station Allgäu in Blaichach. The guides welcome you there, hand out the equipment and get you ready for the tour without any rush. Free parking is available.
Drive and briefing
Then you drive to the Starzlachklamm in your own car. After an approach of about 20 minutes, there's a thorough, child-friendly safety briefing.
The tour through the canyon
You make your way through water sections, over rocks and down natural slides. Jumps and abseils are optional or have a safe alternative.
Return and wind-down
A drink awaits you at the exit. Afterwards, you can head back to the base, shower and wind down.
Key facts
Tour details
- Canyon
- Starzlachklamm
- Abseil height
- up to approx. 12 m
- Jumps
- up to approx. 4 m, optional
- Total duration
- approx. 4 hours
- Time in the canyon
- approx. 2.5 hours
- Group
- 7–8 people per guide
Well prepared
What's included and requirements
Included in the price
- state-certified canyoning guide
- high-quality harnesses and ropes
- all necessary canyoning equipment
- wetsuits from XXS to XXXL, including for children
- tour photos via a link after the tour
- a drink to finish
What to bring
- swimwear and a towel
- dry clothes for afterwards
- trainers with good grip
- swimming skills and sure-footedness
- physical health
- Minimum age: 10
Optional: canyoning shoes
Hire shoes in EU sizes 35–48 are available on site for €5 per person, paid on the day.
Why us?
Safe, child-friendly guiding
Experienced guides
Lots of experience with families, children and mixed groups.
Safe alternatives
Demanding sections can be bypassed or done on the rope.
The right equipment
Wetsuits and safety equipment are available for children too.
Dedicated family dates
A setting designed specifically for parents and children.
Good to know
Family tour FAQ
From what age can children take part?
The family tour is suitable for children aged 10 and over. Swimming skills, sure-footedness and normal physical health are also important.
Is it the same tour as the standard Starzlachklamm tour?
No. Families and children have their own dates in the booking calendar. The tour takes place in the Starzlachklamm but runs as a separate family tour.
Which gorge is suitable for families?
The family tour takes place in the Starzlachklamm. It combines nature, excitement and suitable alternatives for families.
How long does the family tour take?
The whole tour takes about four hours, of which you spend roughly two and a half hours in the canyon.
How safe is canyoning for children?
State-certified guides lead the tour. The briefing is child-friendly, the equipment is professional and demanding spots can be tackled safely or bypassed.
Do children have to jump or abseil?
No. Jumps are optional. If someone doesn't feel up to a spot, there's a safe alternative.
What do parents and children need to bring?
Please bring swimwear, a towel, dry clothes and trainers with good grip.
Are shoes and equipment included?
All necessary canyoning equipment is included. You can hire canyoning shoes on site for €5 per person.
Do we get photos of the tour?
Yes. After the tour, you'll get a link to your photos.
Where do we meet?
We meet at the Outdoor Station Allgäu in Blaichach, where free parking is available.
What happens in bad weather?
Light rain isn't automatically a problem. If the water level is high or conditions are unsafe, the tour is moved or a suitable alternative is chosen.
Discover more
Related tours and information
Starzlachklamm
All the details on the classic tour through the Starzlachklamm.
View tour GuideCanyoning with children
Tips and background on family adventures in the Allgäu (article in German).
Read article (in German) InformationGeneral FAQ
Answers on equipment, safety and taking part.
Open FAQ