Zell am See-Kaprun is one of the most versatile winter regions in the Salzburger Land. The Kitzsteinhorn glacier ski area, the local mountain Schmittenh\u00f6he and the wintry Zeller See make the town a destination for skiers, families and everyone who wants to enjoy the mountain panorama off the slopes as well. This guide sums up the most important experiences for a winter holiday in the region.<\/p>\\n\\n\\n\\n
The region offers slopes for every ability level. The Kitzsteinhorn in Kaprun is Salzburg\u2019s only glacier ski area and guarantees reliable snow from autumn well into late spring. The local mountain Schmittenh\u00f6he in Zell am See combines wide family runs with more challenging pistes and a panoramic view of over 30 three-thousand-metre peaks. Both mountains have their own practice lifts and ski schools for beginners.<\/p>\\n\\n\\n\\n
The Zeller See lies at the heart of Zell am See. In cold winters it partly freezes over and turns into an ice-skating surface. Even without a solid ice cover, a stroll along the lakeside promenade with views of the snow-covered mountains is well worth it.<\/p>\\n\\n\\n\\n
After a day in the snow, the TAUERN SPA in Kaprun offers recovery. The facility includes indoor and outdoor pools, a large sauna area and quiet zones with views of the surrounding peaks.<\/p>\\n\\n\\n\\n
The dining scene ranges from rustic mountain huts to fine-dining restaurants. Menus feature classics such as Wiener Schnitzel, Kasnocken and Kaiserschmarrn alongside international cuisine.<\/p>\\n\\n\\n\\n
On selected dates the Magic Lake Show takes place on the Zeller See, a water, light and sound show that stages the lake in the evening. The tourism region publishes the exact dates each season.<\/p>\\n\\n\\n\\n
The Pinzgauer Lokalbahn is a historic narrow-gauge railway that runs from Zell am See through the Salzach valley to Krimml. The route winds leisurely through the wintry landscape and makes for an outing the whole family can enjoy.<\/p>\\n\\n\\n\\n
Anyone interested in the history of the region should visit the town museum in the Vogtturm, a medieval tower in the old town centre. The museum traces the development of Zell am See over the centuries.<\/p>\\n\\n\\n\\n