Overview
Zell am See is an alpine city in the Zell Valley in Salzburg Province, Austria, sharing its valley with a 68 m deep lake (See means lake in German). The city serves as an important tourist hub owing to its airport and makes up the majority of the Zell am See-Kaprun ski area.
Beach · Day Trips · Festivals · Nature · Skiing
Before you go
Accommodation
High-standard hotels dominate; budget options exist with B&B starting around €49-69 per night.
Connectivity
Tourism office open Mon-Fri 08:00-18:00, Sat 09:00-18:00, Sun 09:00-13:00; hotel WiFi available at some properties.
Transport
Postbus is free with ski lift pass; routes connect town centre (Postplatz) with ski station and Kaprun.
Weather
Cold alpine winters with snow typically from November to February; summers are drier and milder, ideal for hiking and lake activities.