Snowshoe Hiking & Winter Hiking in Kaprun
Slow down in the deeply snow-covered mountain world away from the hustle and bustle of the slopes
Snowshoe Hiking and Winter Hiking during your winter vacation at Hotel Kaprunerhof is the contrast program to the high-speed ski circus. We appreciate, like you, the peace of the untouched landscape just as much as the comfort of a warm room after the tour. Whether you are an active couple seeking solitude in the winter wonderland around Zell am See and Kaprun, or a leisurely hiker enjoying the view, we provide you with the know-how, the maps, and the necessary dose of hut spirit to safely and happily navigate through the powder snow.

Decompress on a large scale
- Enjoyment holiday with winter hiking and snowshoe hiking
- Guided tours including equipment
- Award-worthy cuisine
- Relax in the Alpine Spa and in the indoor pool
The most popular snowshoe hikes around the Kaprunerhof
Around the Kaprunerhof you will find routes that are as varied as our wine list:
- Schmittenhöhe (2,000m): High alpine feeling without climbing stress. Take the cable car to the summit happiness with a panoramic view of 30 three-thousanders.
- Schützingalm Tour (4.5 km): From Mitterberghof through rustic forests to a well-deserved snack at the Schützingalm.
- Maiskogel Höhenweg (0.6 km): The perfect „appetizer“ – a short loop with gigantic far views.
- Zeller See Round (5.4 km): Flat, relaxed, and with the sparkling lake as a constant companion.

Support & guided hikes
- From the beginner tour on Monday to the snowshoe tour for advanced users on Thursday – the guides at Schmitten will take you by the hand.
- Our partner “Bewegt – das Sportcamp” organizes individual tours that perfectly match your fitness level (equipment rental included).
- Service in-house: Maps, insider tips from the Unterkofler family, and current weather information are available at our reception for you to take with you.
„Snowshoe hiking was a revelation for us. Away from the hustle and bustle, into the silence. The tips at the reception were perfect – we would have never enjoyed the route to the Schützingalm by ourselves. Relaxing afterwards in the indoor pool was the perfect conclusion.”
💡Excerpt from the tips from our guests
💡Excerpt from the tips from our guests
Ready for the first track in untouched white?
Leave the hustle and bustle of the slopes behind and discover the quiet side of Kaprun. Secure your room now at the hotel Kaprunerhof and look forward to real winter romance.
