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Zell am See & Kaprun

The Zell am See region enchants visitors with a unique combination of breathtaking nature, diverse recreation activities & warm hospitality. Surrounded by impressive alps and the crystal-clear Lake Zell, the region offers numerous activities to suit every taste, both in summer and in winter. Hiking, biking, skiing or simply relaxing – here you'll find everything your heart desires. Experience the region's diversity and be inspired by the beauty of the surroundings!

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Zell am See-Kaprun Card & mobility ticket included!


The Zell am See Kaprun Card is included in your stay! Enjoy free admissions and discounts for sights, attractions and leisure activities in the Zell am See and Salzburg regions.

In addition you receive the Salzburg Guest Mobility Ticket for free use of public transport in the Salzburg region – valid for the duration of your stay.

Our hiking highlight


Hiking on the Schmittenhöhe

The 'Pinzgau Walk' is located at an altitude of approx. 2.000 m. It is one of the most beautiful high-altitude trails in the Eastern Alps, offering breathtaking views of the peaks of the Hohen Tauern mountain range. Start with taking the Schmittenhöhe cable car up, then the well marked high-altitude trail leads you westward - past Kettingtörl, Kettingkopf, Kesselscharte, Rohrertörl, Kammscharte, Klingler Törl, Medalscharte, Sommertor and over the Murauer Scharte to the Bürglhütte mountain hut in Stuhlfelden.

Cycling & mountain biking

 

Bike trails around Lake Zell

The region around Zell am See-Kaprun offers a wide variety of mountain bike and cycling trails. Whether you are riding a tradional bike or an e-bike, and also want to enjoy tackling steeper climbs and longer distances, we've put together a few bike tours around Zell am See-Kaprun:

- around Lake Zell
- to the Krimmler water falls
- on the Tauern cycle path to Lofer
- Mitterberg tour
- Kesselfall in Kaprun
- Tauern cycle path along the Salzach River

Golf course with mountain panorama


Golf holidays in Zell am See-Kaprun, nestled between glaciers, mountains & lakes. Just a 15 drive from the 'Berg- & Seeblick' hotel lies the Zell am See-Kaprun Golf Club with two 18-hole golf courses. The Schmittenhöhe and Kitzsteinhorn courses are the largest golf complexes in the Austrian Alps. Perfectly maintained facilities amidst breathtaking natural scenery invite you to come practice and take place in tournaments.

Top sights

 

The Salzburg region is a true paradise in summer for nature lovers and active holiday makers.
Here are some of the best destinations in the Salzburg region during summer:

The Liechtenstein Gorge: the Liechtenstein Gorge is an impressive gorge in St. Johann im Pongau. Visitors can walk along a hiking trail through the gorge and admire the breathtaking natural scenery with waterfalls and rock formations.

The Eisriesenwelt: the Eisriesenwelt in Werfen is one of the largest ice caves in the world and an impressive natural wonder. Visitors can walk through the caves on a guided tour and admire the breathtaking landscape of ice and rock.

The Großglockner high alpine road: the Großglockner high alpine road is one of the most spectacular roads in Europe and a paradise for drivers and motorcyclists. The road leads through an impressive landscape of mountains, lakes and glaciers.

Skiing, snowboarding and more

Seemingly endless and perfectly groomed slopes, skiing fun from October til early summer. Ski huts and restaurants for a break. All this and more in Zell am See-Kaprun, Kitzsteinhorn and Schmittenhöhe ski areas. Freeriders love the five well marked freeride routes at Kitzsteinhorn. And park rats head to the Snowpark Kitzsteinhorn.

The most beautiful ski tours

Kaprun is also the perfect holiday destination for ski tourers. If you prefer exploring the slopes on skiis rather than taking the lift, you'll find stunning and pure skiing fun at your feet. These are the ski tours you simply must discover:

  • Ronachkopf: THE mountain for ski tourers offers a 2,5 km long, groomed ascent track and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain landscape.
  • Snow Queen & Icebreaker: two tours - endless skiing fun. Anyone already thinking about a ski tour in October is in luck: both routes are located in the Kitzsteinhorn glacier ski area and are accessible from October.
  • Guided ski tour to the Tristkogel: ideal for those who want to discover something new and have an experienced guide by their side. Once a week a state-certified mountain guide will accompany you on this classic ski tour.

Winter fun off-piste

Cross-country and snowshoeing are part of your standard winter holiday program? Great, because in Zell am See-Kaprun you have endless opportunities for both. The best part is: many of these activities are located very close to the Pfefferbauer and can be reached in no time. Numerous winter hiking trails await you around Lake Zell, for example. Those who want to feel weightless as they glide accross the snow can opt for a snowshoe hike. And cross-country skiers will enjoy the 107 kilometres of tracks in the region. Tip for beginners: the Schlossloipe in Kaprun.