SeefeldA wonderful world of water - Austrian National Tourist Office

A R R I V E i n Z e l l a m S e e - K a p r u n
View over Lake Zell
Sigmund Thun Gorge
Mooserboden Reservoir Lake close to
Kaprun
The Kitzsteinhorn glacier offers family
fun in the snow even in summer
© Zell am See – Kaprun; Tauerntouristik; MAXUM; Kitzsteinhorn
Zell am See-Kaprun That’s Austria – Glacier, Mountains and Lake Zell
The Zell am See-Kaprun region is one of the most beautiful and scenic in
Austria, as well as being home to one of its greatest mountain and lake resorts.
The fantastic Kitzsteinhorn glacier in Kaprun and the soaring Schmittenhöhe
mountain forms the backdrop to the village of Zell am See which sits on the
shores of the pristine Lake Zell, surrounded by wooded valleys, majestic slopes
and the Grossglockner, Austria’s highest mountain. The region is a haven for
active holidaymakers, with tennis and golf on offer alongside the usual embarrassment
of outdoor activities. Lake Zell is a watersports paradise, but its waters
are also well served by sightseeing boats. An evening cruise is highly recommended,
combining spectacular scenery with culinary and musical highlights.
Such is the unique terrain of Zell am See-Kaprun, you can almost be scooped
directly off the lake and straight up into the mountains. Thanks to the gondolas
and cable cars, it takes just a few minutes to be transported from a lazy lake -
side lido to the summit of the majestic Kitzsteinhorn. Here, 3,000 meters up,
you’ll find snow capped peaks even in summer. Head for the unique Ice Arena
(open July/August) where the whole family can enjoy snow slides, magic
carpets, a glacier trail and soak up the mountain sun on deck chairs at the Ice
Bar or on the Snow Beach. There’s no more enjoyable way of getting down the
mountain than on the toboggan. The magical mix of sun and snow may be one
of the reasons this region has struck such a chord with Arab travellers in recent
years. Although the endless array of attractions play their part too; the new
‘Gipfelwelt 3000’ Kitzsteinhorn mountain station – almost open the whole
year, for example, with Cinema 3000, the ‘Top of Salzburg’ panoramic platform
(3.029 m/9.927 ft), the National Park Gallery and the Gipfel Restaurant.
The Kitzsteinhorn is situated directly on the border to the National Park Hohe
Tauern – the highest National Park in the middle of highest mountains of Austria.
Kaprun’s Alpine reservoirs make for an impressive sight. To best experience
these aquatic marvels, take a guided tour through the inner life of the dam which
holds back 81.2 million cubic metres of water. Or walk across the wooden
gangplanks at Sigmund Thun Gorge, where the river rages beneath your feet –
an overwhelming experience. Naturally, a visit to the traffic-free medieval village
of Zell am See is also a must. Specialty shops line the meandering narrow
streets, offering everything you might want or need to complete the perfect
holiday. Restaurants too are tucked away in the picturesque buildings, so both
shopping and dining here becomes the perfect fusion of past and present.
Zell railway station links the region to an extensive network of local and
national trains. There’s even a small airfield for people who prefer luxury
private travel! But the journey can also be done quickly by motorway from
Munich, Vienna and Salzburg. The distance from Salzburg airport is 80 km,
from Munich airport 220 km.
Information
Zell am See-Kaprun Tourism Board
T +43 (0)6542 770
F +43 (0)6542 720-32
welcome@zellamsee-kaprun.com
www.zellamsee-kaprun.com/en
www.zellamsee-kaprun.com/en
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