Winter vacation in Zell am See
So you can fully enjoy the cold season.
Zell am See is a beautiful town in the heart of the Alps, which becomes a popular destination for ski and snowboard enthusiasts in winter. The town is located at an altitude of 760 meters and offers a breathtaking view of the lake and the surrounding mountains.
Ski slopes and trails as far as the eye can see
Zell am See is known for its excellent ski slopes and trails, suitable for beginners and advanced skiers. The Schmittenhöhe and the Kitzsteinhorn offer a total of 135 kilometers of slopes and are thus a paradise for skiers and snowboarders.
Those who do not want to limit themselves to the slopes can also enjoy other winter activities in Zell am See. For example, ice skating on the lake or snowshoe hikes through the snow-covered landscape are popular. Horse-drawn sleigh rides and tobogganing are also a great experience for the whole family.
Indulge in pleasure
Zell am See is also known for its gastronomy. In the numerous restaurants and bars visitors can enjoy delicious regional specialties and warm up after a day on the slopes. Nightlife in Zell am See is also lively and offers many opportunities for an entertaining evening.
The ski resorts
Zell am See
The mountain city Zell am See is one of the most traditional vacation resorts in Austria with international flair, Casino and highlife. The Schmittenhöhe (2,000 m), the local mountain of Zell am See with almost 100 years of skiing tradition, offers an ideal skiing area for families and sun lovers with a spectacular mountain panorama between glaciers and the Zeller See. It is not without reason that it has the reputation of being "Austria's most beautiful panoramic mountain", from which you can admire 30 three-thousand-meter peaks of the Hohe Tauern, including the highest mountain of Austria, the Grossglockner (3,950 m), in summer as well as in winter. The Schmittenhöhe offers absolute snow security on 77 fully snowed kilometers of slopes, made accessible by 28 cable cars and lifts. Many winter sports opportunities for non-skiers round off the winter vacation in Zell am See. The Glacier ski area Kitzsteinhorn and the high Ski area Weißsee Gletscherwelt are located in the near distance.
Saalbach-Hinterglemm - Leogang - Fieberbrunn
The ski area of the World Cup resort Saalbach has been considered for many years as one of the most interesting and largest in the entire Alpine region: here even the most demanding skiers can enjoy a winter dream! The recent merger with Fieberbrunn to form the "Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn" now offers 270 km of slopes and 70 lifts and 60 ski huts, 90 % of the slopes are covered with snow. Highlight for skiers: the all-day round trip through the Skicircus, one of the longest of its kind in the entire Alpine region, with 72 kilometers of slopes and 12,500 meters of altitude! But the Skicircus is also known for its hearty Ski huts for all demands "from rustic to gourmet".
Always worth a visit
All in all, winter in Zell am See offers a wide range of possibilities for everyone who wants to enjoy the beauty of the Alps in winter. From excellent ski slopes and cross-country ski trails to delicious gastronomy and varied activities, Zell am See offers everything to make a winter sports enthusiast's heart beat faster. Visit Zell am See and experience an unforgettable winter vacation in the Alps.