Zell am See is one of the most scenic and well-loved lakes and mountains resorts in Austria. Beautifully located, directly on the shores of Lake Zell, it is also close to the Hohe Tauern National Park and the magnificent Grossglockner mountain region. Most of Zell am See’s medieval centre is traffic-free with a variety of shops and attractive pavement cafés. There are magnificent walks accessed by gondola on the Schmittenhöhe mountain, and the resort offers a wide range of activities plus evening lake cruises and a weekly village festival in July and August. Just 20 minutes away by local bus, the pretty mountain village of Kaprun is an ideal place for walking and cycling, with year round skiing on the Kitzsteinhorn glacier.
Zell am See Holidays
Latest from Zell am See
Useful Information
Resort Code: ATZA
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Currency: EUR
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from£578pp
- 70 rooms
Family-run hotel with a welcoming atmosphere and good food located above Zell am See with a bus stop outside for access to town.
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from£599pp
- 34 rooms
With lovely panoramic views, the Berner is situated in a slightly elevated and quiet location 350m from the centre.
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from£798pp
- 70 rooms
Set amidst beautiful landscaped gardens with a natural swimming pond, the elegant Salzburgerhof is Zell's leading hotel and is run with a very personal touch by the Holleis family.
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from£499pp
- 38 rooms
This popular and friendly hotel has the feel of a traditional country home and guests love the warm welcome and personal service they receive from the Sauper family.
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from£499pp
- 39 rooms
This lovely historic hotel is set on the edge of Zell’s medieval pedestrianised centre, close to the lake, and is full of charm and attractive traditional features.
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from£600pp
- 30 rooms
Ideally located on the edge of the central pedestrian area of Zell am See’s medieval old town and only a short walk from the City Xpress gondola, the traditional Fischerwirt offers a home-from-home atmosphere and friendly personal service.
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from£649pp
- 98 rooms
The Waldhof is in an excellent location to explore and enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors.
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from£449pp
- 45 rooms
Located in the heart of Zell am See, a short stroll from the lakeshore promenade and a stone’s throw from the area’s best hotspots, the Grüner Baum upholds high qualities of comfort and cuisine in a modern and comfortable atmosphere.
Travel and Transportation
| Departure day | To | Depart from |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday/Saturday Saturday Wednesday/Saturday Saturday Wednesday/Saturday |
Salzburg | Gatwick Birmingham Manchester Newcastle Stansted |
Transfer Approx. 1hr 15min by coach.
Supplements may apply on some flights
Self drive is available
Car hire available: Yes
Evening resort bus service: No
Local bus services:
Parking available: No
Resort Ski bus available: No
Inghams Plus
- Inghams Saver Plus: Save £50 per couple for Summer 2019 departures - whilst stocks last!
- Free excursion to Salzburg for all guests in Zell am See, book in the resort
- Free use of lifts with resort card at selected hotels (Hotel Alpine Resort, Hotel Feinschmeck, Hotel Romantik, Hotel Berner, Hotel Fischerwirt)
- Free entrance to local attractions with resort card at selected hotels
- Free packed lunches at selected hotels
- Early Booking Offers at selected hotels
- Inghams Rep based in the resort
Special Offers
Excursions
SPECIAL OFFER
Free excursion to Salzburg for all Inghams guests in Zell am See - worth £30!
Please book in the resort.
PRE-BOOKABLE
Berchtesgaden, Germany
Cross the border into Germany and visit this beautiful Bavarian town with optional excursions to salt-mines and the spectacular Eagles Nest, Hitler’s famous hilltop retreat, where you can enjoy lunch with incredible panoramic views. Entrance to Eagle's Nest is optional, pay locally.
Full day, from £32 Summer 2019
Krimml Waterfalls
Europe’s highest waterfall, with a total drop of 380 meters in three spectacular stages. You can walk right to the foot of the falls where they empty into the river Salzach and enjoy the sound and the fury. The fit and energetic can attempt the steep walk right to the top. There is also time to relax with a drink and a delicious cake at one of the cafes.
Half day, from £26 Summer 2019
BOOK LOCALLY
The Grossglockner Mountain
A magnificent drive along a famous Alpine road leading right into the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park up to the highest mountain in Austria at 3,073m, for breathtaking glacier views and a chance to see wild marmots at close range. One of our most popular excursions for nature lovers, we enjoy lunch on top of the mountain.
Liechtenstein Gorge
Located in the heart of Salzburgerland, Liechtenstein Gorge is not only the most beautiful but also one of the longest and deepest gorges you can find in the Alps. Join us for a half-day and see this wonder of nature with roaring waterfalls, moss-covered boulders and rainbows wherever sun touches the fine mist in the air. Travel home over the beautiful Hoch Konig mountains with a refreshment stop in the traditional Austrian village of Maria Alm.
Please note we act at all times as a selling agent for the suppliers of activities & excursions.
Things To Do
Family holiday
Family holidays are great and there is so much to do. From the youngest one to the older ones only fun, action and adventure is on their mind. And you deserve rest, relaxation and activity. After all, you are on holiday too. There is something to do for the entire family and you will all be looked after.
- The Schmidolin, the cool dragon (action, fun & games on the Schmittenhohe mountain)
- Weekly organised "Cool Kids Fun" and "Cool Adventure" activities for childern ages 5-15 years. Activities include a day on the farm, pirates ahoi on the Lake Zell, family day glacier day on ice & snow, archery, mountain biking, and more.
Walking
A unique combination of a glacier, mountain, and lake make this area a special place to explore. Several scenic walks begin on Zell’s own Schmittenhöhe mountain, which is easily accessible by gondola, chair lift or cable-car, so walks can be adjusted to suit your ability. There are extensive walking trails through pastures and up to peaks and glaciers in nearby Kaprun, a short bus ride away, where the lifts are also free with the Zell Summer card.
Lift and cable-car approx. opening times 2019
The opening dates of summer lifts vary in resort. Please find the latest update for the summer:
Schmittenhöhebahn – open from approx 11 May to 15 October
Sonnenalmbahn & Sonnkogelbahn - open from approx 25 May to 6 October 2019
cityXpress - open from approx 8 Jun - 15 Sep 2019
(Please note these dates are approximate and may change)
The team in resort will gladly assist with information on all the other excursions and activities to do during your stay.
Popular Walks
Lake Zell | 2-3 hrs | Easy | Take a scenic stroll anti-clockwise around the
famous lake for lovely views of the Hohe Tauern in the background.
Forest Walk | Easy | From the City Express gondola top station descend
through the forest to the Areitbahn gondola in Schüttdorf.
Pinzgauer Spaziergang | 6 hrs | Moderate | A classic ridge walk from the
top of Zell‘s Schmittenhöhe lift to the top of Saalbach’s SchattbergXpress, with stunning views all the way. Bus back to Zell.
Popular Walks in Kaprun
Kitzsteinhorn Glacier | Slightly Challenging | Take the cable-car to
the Kitzsteinhorn glacier (from mid June), and a guided tour to the summit
(3,203m), for a panoramic view of Austria’s highest mountains, including the
famous Grossglockner. Difficult.
Mooserboden & Wasserfallboden | Easy | Hike around these stunning
mountain reservoirs and learn about the electric dam and follow the Herb trail to the pretty Fürthermoar Alm.
Local Walking Map
Plan your walking in advance, purchase a map of the local area for just £6.95. Must be ordered at time of booking.
Two Centres | Combine your stay in Zell am See with 3, 4 or 7 nights in another resort in Austria. We recommend Kitzbühel, just 55mins transfer by train or Slovenia, Lake Bled (transfer via Salzburg airport).
