Holiday in Zell am See

What makes Zell am See special as a destination?

Zell am See is picturesque, located on the emerald green Zeller See, nestled between the gentle slopes of Schmittenhöhe and the glaciated peaks of the Hohe Tauern in the Salzburg Pinzgau. The unique combination of lake and high mountains makes the place one of the most versatile year-round destinations in the Alps — a summer bathing paradise and a winter snow sports mecca. In winter, the Schmittenhöhe-Zell am See ski area connects 77 kilometers of slopes with magnificent panoramic descents and views of the lake. Just a few minutes away, the Kitzsteinhorn near Kaprun, as the only glacier ski area in Salzburg, offers skiing fun up to 3,029 meters — from October to June. The Ice Arena at the summit, a panoramic platform above the eternal ice, provides an overwhelming view of over 30 three-thousanders. Together, Schmittenhöhe and Kitzsteinhorn form the Zell am See-Kaprun ski area with over 140 kilometers of slopes. In summer, the crystal-clear Zeller See invites swimming, sailing, and stand-up paddling, while the Grossglockner High Alpine Road and the Hohe Tauern National Park are just a short drive away. The Sigmund-Thun-Klamm, the Kaprun reservoirs, and the hike to Schmittenhöhe with views of Grossglockner and Kitzsteinhorn are popular summer excursions. The historic town center of Zell am See impresses with the Kastnerturm, the parish church, and cozy restaurants along the lakeshore.