If water sports are what you’re into, Lake Zell offers a wide range of fun activities for you to get your teeth stuck into. Visitors here are encouraged to swim, sail, water ski, and stand up paddle board to their heart’s content.

Alternatively, why not take to the air and do some hang-gliding, or some para-gliding, or, if you’re feeling particularly brave, some skydiving? The scenery in these parts means it’s guaranteed to be a flight you’ll never forget.

Golf fans are also well catered for with the region’s golf club widely considered to be one of the best in all of Austria. For those looking to try something a little different, there’s also a disc golf course on the Schmittenhöhe. Disc golf is like normal golf, except you play with ‘frisbees’ and baskets instead.

And, of course, we couldn’t finish a discussion of the region’s activities without giving a shoutout to the “Maisiflitzer.” The “Maisiflitzer” is an all-year round toboggan run on the Maiskogel. The Alpine Coaster covers a distance of 1,300 metres and sees users hit speeds of 40 km/h. Guaranteed fun for adults and children alike.

Where To Stay

After knackering yourself completely by doing all the outdoor activities that are offered by Zell am See-Kaprun, you’re probably going to want somewhere nice to rest your head when the sun goes down. Fortunately for you, and your travelling companions, the region has a plethora of excellent bed opportunities suitable for a wide array of budgets.

The Alpen Wellness Hotel Barbarahof, for example, is a sophisticated and modern hotel that could make an ideal base for a summer adventure in Austria.

For more information on accommodation in Zell am See-Kaprun, visit the website.

Where To Eat

When you find yourself in Austria, eating a traditional Austrian meal from time to time is the done thing. For some suitably tasty Austrian cuisine, in a traditional setting, Steinerwirt in Zell am See-Kaprun should be right at the top of your list. The wine cellar here dates all the way back to the 14th century. Lovely atmosphere, mouth-watering local dishes; this place is the real deal.

If decent Thai food’s what you’re after, and let’s face it there’s always room for decent Thai food in our lives, the Ban Thai restaurant comes highly recommended. Top level pizzas, meanwhile, can be found all over the region; with Pizzeria Zum Casar offering the dream combination of affordable grub and friendly service.

Where To Drink

If drinking, dancing, and having a good time are your sort of thing…check out Baumbar. With a feel-good mix of music events on throughout the year, a delicious food and beverage selection to work your way through, and a much loved atmosphere to boot, it’s little wonder that Baumbar has built up a reputation as the ultimate place to party in Zell am See-Kaprun.

Those looking to sip their drink down in a more peaceful and tranquil environment should head on down to Beachclub Zell am See-Kaprun. Situated right next to Lake Zell, it’s the perfect place to watch the world go by on a summer’s day.

What The Locals Say

“Whether you’re an adrenaline-junkie or a chiller-with-family person, Zell am See-Kaprun is the perfect summer destination. I could not imagine living somewhere else.”

Christine Kerbl – Lived in Zell am See-Kaprun for 37 years

More Information

For further information on Austria or the Zell am See-Kaprun region, check out the websites.