Vacation in Zell am See
A stone's throw from Kaprunerhof to Zell am See
The spa town of Zell am See is located in the heart of Pinzgau in Salzburg, on the shores of the breathtaking Lake Zell. Like Kaprun, Zell am See has been one of the most popular vacation regions throughout Austria for decades. The first guests started to arrive here as early as the 19th century. The Hotel Kaprunerhof is only about a 15-minute drive from the center of Zell am See. You can also easily reach the city by bus; in summer, you can rent a city bike from us at the hotel and cycle to the attractions in Zell am See.
By bus from the hotel to Zell am See
Bus line 963 will take you to Zell am See in just 20 minutes. You can receive bus schedules and further information at our reception.
Zeller See
Zell am See lies on the shore of one of the most beautiful lakes in the Salzburg region: Lake Zeller See. The crystal-clear water offers wonderful refreshment and sporty holiday fun in summer. In winter, a walk around the sparkling lake creates romance.
On board a ship, you can enjoy a new perspective of your holiday region. And anglers find particularly calm spots at Lake Zeller See, where the fish surely bite well.
On board a ship, you can enjoy a new perspective of your holiday region. And anglers find particularly calm spots at Lake Zeller See, where the fish surely bite well.
Always something going on!
The versatile event program is worth a trip to the beautiful old town. City markets, the annual Star Advent Market, readings, sporting events like the Ironman 70.3, theater, and concerts invite you to celebrate, cheer, and enjoy. Cozy pubs, modern restaurants, and charming inns enrich your vacation in Zell am See with regional and seasonal delicacies.
Sights and Excursion Destinations in Zell am See
- Schloss Rosenberg: Since 1970, this romantic castle with its fairy-tale turrets has been the seat of the mayor and is very popular as a wedding location.
- Stadtpfarrkirche Zell am See: Thanks to its distinctive shape and age (parts of the church date back to the 10th century), the church is a very special place of worship in the Pinzgau region.
- Vogtturm: The more than 1000-year-old Vogtturm, also known as Kastnerturm, houses the local museum of the town of Zell am See.
- Ferry Porsche Congress Center: The Zeller Sternenadvent takes place in the square in front, while events such as balls and concerts are held in the center itself.
- Shopping: In addition to many small shops in the town center, the PEZZ, the Pinzgau shopping center, invites visitors to window shop and indulge in shopping sprees.