Experience all seasons in different climatic zones in one day - this is only possible in Zell am See-Kaprun. Whizz across the glacier snow at 3,000 m above sea level in the Ice Arena on the Kitzsteinhorn in the morning, marvel at the panorama from the Schmittenhöhe with its flowering meadows and green forests in the afternoon. And for cooling down in between there is Lake Zell with water of excellent quality.
Start dreaming of idyllic hikes, refreshing days of swimming at Lake Zell, exciting bike tours and unforgettable experiences. Already looking forward to summer adventures between glacier, mountain, and lake? Then book your dream holiday now!
OUR RECOMMENDATIONS
Summer Card included
WHY ZELL AM SEE-KAPRUN? BECAUSE:
Unique combination of glacier, mountain & lake
A region made for amateur and professional athletes
Mountain sports? Check! Water sports? Check! Action sports? Check! Whether hiking or golfing, trail running or mountain biking, paragliding or stand-up paddling - Zell am See-Kaprun is a paradise for amateur and professional athletes.
Try out something new, and choose something from the diverse weekly programme, including guided summit tours, yoga and more. You can cheer on the athletes at unique sports events such as IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See-Kaprun or >Grossglockner Ultra-Trail. Or would you rather take part yourself?
Pure alpine delight
A summer holiday in Zell am See-Kaprun means pure freedom, joie de vivre and enjoyment at all levels. Moments of happiness are guaranteed when the first rays of sunshine let the tranquil lake glisten and the peaks reveal stunning views.
Connoisseurs can look forward to culinary highlights: Regional delicacies are waiting to be discovered at the Gault Millau award-winning restaurants as well as at cosy Alpine huts and charming gourmet locations.
The Tauern SPA thermal spa, with its 12 pools and 10 saunas and steam baths, beckons with perfect relaxation after a day full of activities.
Spectacular excursion destinations in nature
The region's local mountains - Schmittenhöhe, Kitzsteinhorn with its glacier and Maiskogel - offer a wealth of unforgettable experiences. Get enchanted by the view from the panoramic platforms "Top of Salzburg" or "Kaiserblick". The family hike through "Schmidolin's" world of adventure will make children happy. And the Sigmund Thun Gorge as well as the high mountain reservoirs are amazing experiences.
Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card & Guest Mobility Ticket
If you travel to Zell am See-Kaprun in summer, you can safely leave your car at home, because all overnight guests in the region can use public transport for free from May 2025 with the Guest Mobility Ticket. This makes it even easier to reach excursion destinations.
Another highlight is the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card, which is included at participating partner establishments from 15 May to 31 October and reveals a unique variety of experiences with more than 40 attractions.
A diverse weekly programme
The summer weekly programme in Zell am See-Kaprun leaves nothing to be desired: How about, for example, the summit tour "My first 3,000 m peak" on the 3,203 m high Kitzsteinhorn accompanied by a mountain guide? Or yoga with a view of 30 three-thousand-metre-high peaks on the Schmittenhöhe? Guided hiking & biking tours, golf taster courses and various other activities complement the diverse weekly programme.
A more sustainable holiday
The high quality of living in the environment around Lake Zell - known for its excellent water quality - as well as the protected natural landscapes and forests must also be preserved for locals and guests alike. For this reason, we are already focussing on sustainability today: all cable cars in the region are powered by 100% green electricity. Direct train services from numerous European cities take travellers directly to the train station in Zell am See, and with the Guest Mobility Ticket, all overnight guests will have access to local public transport from May - holidays without a car have never been so easy.
TOP EXPERIENCES IN SUMMER
Pure variety, pure relaxation, pure action: in Zell am See-Kaprun there is something for everyone. Here you will find a selection of possibilities:
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ONE CARD, MANY POSSIBILITIES THE ZELL AM SEE-KAPRUN SUMMER CARD
THE tip for everyone who wants to experience MORE during their summer holiday: the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card offers a unique variety of experiences with more than 40 attractions such as the region's cable cars, the high mountain reservoirs as well as the lidos and numerous other excursion destinations in the area. The Summer Card is included exclusively for stays at participating partner establishments from 15 May to 31 October.
3 steps to the Summer Card:
- Choose a suitable partner accommodation from this list
- Book easily via our platform or directly with the partner accommodation of your choice
- Receive the Summer Card upon arrival - either digitally in the Zell am See-Kaprun App, or printed to fit your wallet - and enjoy your Summer Card advantages around the glacier, mountain and lake. See you soon in Zell am See-Kaprun!
NATURALLY SUSTAINABLE
Zell am See-Kaprun focusses on sustainability in all areas: Targeted measures in travel, mobility and tourist infrastructure are intended to preserve nature for locals and guests.
The 4 pillars
THE 4 PILLARS OF SUSTAINABILITY:
YOUR ARRIVAL
Thanks to its central location in the heart of Austria and in the middle of Europe, the Zell am See-Kaprun holiday region boasts numerous options for a quick and convenient journey.
