In the picturesque Austrian Alps, near the lake Zeller for many kilometers stretched the famous ski resort of Zell am See. All year round it attracts many tourists from all over Europe. What is so popular about this area? Let's find out!
Zell am See Resort in Austria
This spa town is located within 100 km from Salzburg and Innsbruck . The map of Zell am See can be found in the valley of the Salzach River. In addition to the developed infrastructure, this area is remarkable primarily for its natural beauty. Arriving here, you will be delighted with the combination of snow-white mountain tops, bright green alpine meadows and a blue lake surface. And, of course, the most important thing is why tourists come here - this is skiing on the ski slopes of the most varied levels of complexity. Their total length is 128 km!
When planning a trip to Zell am See, keep in mind the variety of local hotels, hotels and suites, designed for a different taste and, accordingly, a purse.
Attractions in the ski resort of Zell am See
Of course, one of the main attractions are 30 picturesque alpine peaks, as well as the Kitzsteinhorn glacier, located at an altitude of 3,029 m. It is worth to visit the majestic Schmittenhoe mountain and the embankment of Lake Zelago, as if created for romantic walks. It is impossible to ignore the Grand Hotel - a masterpiece of local architecture.
In addition, in Zell am See, you will be able to appreciate the Austrian culture and taste the rest. To the services of tourists there are many spa and wellness centers, saunas, swimming pools and solariums, restaurants, bars and discos. Shopping fans will note a lot of shops located in the pedestrian center of the city. In summer, the city hosts a variety of festivals, sporting events and other exciting events for guests and local residents.
Well, of course, numerous ski slopes and descents. They are able to conquer even the professionals of mountain skiing, because it is here that tourists come here. Almost all the ski runs of Zell am See come from the top of the Schmittenhoe mountain, which rises 2 km above sea level. There are several skiing areas in Zell am See, including the above-mentioned Kitzsteinhorn Glacier and Lake of Celje. And since ski lovers often combine rest here with trips to the neighboring Kaprun glacier, for skiing here in Zell am See, you can safely use the local maps of the trails. Both of these resorts are part of a single sports region and even have a common subscription.
As in any self-respecting winter resort, there are special gentle slopes for beginners , and complex descents designed for skiers-professionals. Provided services of experienced instructors (including children's), there are 20 lifts. There are numerous ski rental locations in Zell am See, where you can pick up all the necessary equipment.
Zell am See in summer
The Zell am See Resort is remarkable for the fact that you can go there throughout the year: every season this area is beautiful in its own way. In winter, people come here to ski, sleigh, snowboard and cheesecake, as well as to appreciate other delights of winter recreation (curling, snowboarding, winter golf). Spring and autumn - enjoy unforgettable Alpine landscapes. The weather in Zell am See from June to August is favorable, the air temperature is quite comfortable (+ 22-25 ° C).
In the summer, the guests of Am Zee can also do alpine skiing (thanks to the net snow of Kitzsteinhorn and the equipment for artificial snow making), and to swim in the Lake of Zemsky. In summer, water activities are particularly in demand: skis and bicycles, scuba diving and boating, windsurfing. No less popular are golf, tennis, squash. In a word, a holiday in Zell am See in the summer is a pleasure!