Zell Am See Ski Holidays

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Ski Holidays in Zell am See, Austria

Sitting on the shore of Lake Zell at 758m, Zell am See is widely regarded as one of Austria’s prettiest ski resorts. The local 77km ski area is especially good for beginners and family skiing. However, the resort’s standard ski pass – the Ski ALPIN CARD – grants you access to neighbouring Kaprun (forming the Zell am See - Kaprun region), which rises up to a snow-sure 3,000m on the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier, as well as the sizeable Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn. Those three regions combined are home to 408km of pistes, with terrain for all abilities. A free bus, the 680, runs between Zell am See and Saalbach Hinterglemm and takes about 30 minutes.

The town itself is Zell am See’s biggest selling point, with its car-free centre, lakeside setting, and lots to do away from the slopes. That includes lively après-ski bars like Villa Crazy Daisy and SchnapsHans Bar, a range of restaurants, as well as outdoor activities like tobogganing and torchlit hikes. There’s also an ice rink and, as long as it’s officially declared safe, you can skate on Lake Zell. You can also travel the short distance to the massive Tauern Spa in Kaprun, which has 12 pools and 10 saunas.

Resort Statistics

Level	Rating	Runs
Beginners		31
Intermediates		19
Advanced		9
Snowboarders
Total Runs		59

Resort Statistics

Resort Altitude	758m
Highest Lift	3029m
Total Piste	136km
Longest Run	8km
Directions of Slopes	N, S, E, W
Uphill Capacity	58000
Total Lifts	55
Gondolas/Cable cars	13
Chairlifts	18
Drag Lifts	24
Snow Parks	2

Zell Am See ski resort

Even though ski runs are obviously important for skiers and snowboarders, a resort needs to be friendly and hospitable, and Zell am See certainly ticks off all the boxes. Along with its phenomenal terrain, the resort offers a host of other attractions, including a wide selection of shops, cafes and bars. There are other sports available, too, such as curling, skating and hiking, which allow visitors to get closer to the stunning natural environment.

The village centre has a distinctly medieval appearance, making it one of the more aesthetically-pleasing ski areas in Salzburg. It’s also completely traffic-free, enabling faster and more efficient travel for visitors. The Zell am See area benefits from a picturesque setting next to Lake Zell, providing breathtaking views of the nearby mountains and the beautiful Kitzsteinhorn in Kaprun.

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Have a read of our top reasons why Zell am See is a great ski resort for all the key details on why to visit.

Snow conditions in Zell Am See

With a ski season that runs from December to April, there is plenty of time for skiers and snowboarders to explore Zell am See. The snow coverage is excellent throughout this time period and there are snowmaking facilities available in case of a dry spell.

There is a selection of wooded slopes that provide magnificent views of the nearby Lake Zell, while low-altitude runs are available for less experienced visitors. With such a wide variety on offer, it is easy to see why more and more people are attracted to this unique resort.

Skiing in Zell Am See

Across Zell am See and Kaprun, the terrain is between altitudes of 760m and 3029m, with 140km of runs across the two resorts. With 47 ski lifts scattered across both areas, it is also very easy for residents to get around.

Alpincenterpiste, Rettenwandpiste and Kreferdelpiste are just three of the top runs for beginners, while the Langwiedpiste, Kristallpiste and Gletscherseepiste routes are ideal for intermediates. On the other hand, experts are likely to appreciate the tough Black Mamba and Maurerpiste 1 and 2 runs. At 1000m long and 290m in altitude, the Black Mamba is sure to be a tough challenge for whoever takes it on.

There are plenty of other options for skiers and snowboarders, too. Routes for freeriders, snow parks and a new super pipe are just some of the leading options for those searching for something a little different.

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With its long blues, kids fun parks, excellent ski schools and pedestrianised centre, Zell am See is a great ski resort for beginners and first time families.

Apres ski and restaurants in Zell Am See

There is a wide selection of apres ski options across Zell am See, including some excellent bars and restaurants. Ginhouse, Crazy Daisy, Murrays Irish Bar and Bar Jackare some of the best bars in the area.

You can even enjoy a relaxing day in one of the many excellent rustic ski huts across the resort, with mulled wine and breathtaking views available. Overall, there are 22 bars, restaurants and discos spread across the area, making it one of the best spots for varied and exciting night-time entertainment.

Have a read of our comprehensive guide to Zell am See's après-ski and nightlife scene for more detail.

Other activities in Zell am See:

Recreational skiing is not the only winter activity you can get up to in Zell am See. Professional guides can take you on picturesque hikes, whether in normal footwear or over greater distances with snowshoes. Horse-drawn sleigh riding and tobogganing can also be done for those craving a bit of speed, while those craving picturesque views would surely be keen for a hot air balloon ride... or even a tandem paraglide jump?

There's lots to do outdoors but if you're more interested in winding down indoors then head straight for the Tauern Spa which has 20,000m² of facilities, including 12 pools and 10 saunas among other services. The Zell am See Leisure Centre has similar features.

For a bit of fun you should definitely watch the Zell am See Polar Bears play ice hockey at the spectacular ice rink. The games are family friendly and often involve the audience at half time and even during the matches - you won't be asked to play though, don't worry!

Here's a list of what you can get up to:

Ice skating
Ice hockey
Tobogganing
Cross country skiing
Nordic walking
Ski touring
Paragliding
Spa/wellness centre
Horse-drawn sleighs
Tobogganing

Transfer time to Zell Am See

Salzburg Airport (50 miles away) is the closest airport for skiers and snowboarders, while Munich Airport is around 125 miles away.

Zell am See SKI PASS PRICES

The prices for the Zell am See Skicircus lift pass, for the Winter 26/27 ski season can be found below.

Number of days	Adult price	Child price	Senior price
6	€436.00	€226.00

Prices are normally based on a full area lift pass and child ages vary by resort. The above are guides, so please call one of the Iglu team for prices for your holiday.

Customer Reviews

Zell am See Reviews

Great place - 25/03/2019

Overall

I’m just back from Zell and it’s a great place and suits all needs. I went with my partner (non skier) and two pals and it worked out fantastic. My partner purchased a pedestrian ticket and used the walking routes to meet up with the 3 of us for lunch, the restaurants were great, the views fantastic and people were so friendly. Skiing zell was great and red 21 awesome, the glacier views and the black mamba is something I’ll never forget. A resort for everyone st any time of year.

Apres-Ski 5/5

Neil

Ski - 08/04/2019

Overall

Excellent but with restraints!

Apres-Ski 4/5

Ken

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