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Zell am See ski resort offers beautiful lakeside views. Go skiing in Zell am See to enjoy high-altitude slopes on the glacier.

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    Zell am See Ski Resort

    Zell am See is a beautiful lakeside ski resort that combines family facilities with lively nightlife and a skiable glacier. The skiing in Zell am See is mostly suited for beginner and intermediate level skiers. There are a few challenging black runs for advanced skiers. On a powder day, there are good off-piste opportunities too, but it’s mostly tree skiing.

    K-onnection and zellamseeXpress lifts transform the ski resort’s skiing into one of the most diverse ski areas in Austria. Enjoy 408km of pistes and 121 lift facilities spanning three ski resorts, all of which can be accessed by the Ski Alpin card.

    Zell am See is a pretty town on the shores of Lake Zell, surrounded by towering mountains. Its pedestrianised centre dates back to the 13th century and positively buzzes in the evenings. The resort is popular in summer and winter, meaning the tourist infrastructure is excellent. It is so family-friendly that it has won various awards, while the lively nightlife appeals to the party crowd.

    There are plenty of bars and restaurants to enjoy in the main town of the Zell am See ski resort. Families can enjoy a low-key restaurant meal in the village. Visitors can also enjoy the many lively bars with live music and happy hours. In addition, you can also go curling, Nordic walking and ice skating.

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    Zell am See Transfer Time
    Salzburg
    Map Marker 1h 30m

    Best For...

    • Après ski
    • Families
    • Glacier skiing

    Resort Statistics

    • Resort Altitude 757m
    • Skiing Altitude 2,000m
    • Total Ski Area 138km
    • Lifts 57
    • Blue Runs 57km
    • Red Runs 55km
    • Black Runs 26km

    Ski Accommodation in Zell am See, Austria

    Our collection of Zell am See ski accommodation has been hand-picked by our ski experts. Whether you’re looking for a luxury escape, a boutique hotel or something suitable for the whole family, our experts would be delighted to help you find the perfect accommodation for your ski holiday.

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    Ski Areas in Zell am See

    Ski Areas in Zell am See

    Zell am See ski resort is located on the shores of Lake Zeller See, and has direct access to the glacier in Kaprun. Many of the pistes are tree-lined, making it a very picturesque ski resort. From the top of the resort, you can see more than 30 3,000m+ mountain peaks, giving one of the best views in Austria. Whatever level of skiing ability, the resort gives the perfect opportunity to practice all manner of skills and build confidence.

    Skiing in Zell am See

    Skiing in Zell am See

    Intermediates will be in their element in Zell am See ski resort thanks to the abundance of long easy-going runs, including a fabulous 8km blue decent down the Schmittenhöhe mountain. However, there is much for beginners and advanced skiers to enjoy too, with plenty of blue runs for beginners to progress onto and a fair few exhilarating blacks to keep the daredevils happy too, including the tough 2km long Skiroute Streif Rennstrecke which pitches at a dizzying 45°.

    Best Ski Runs in Zell am See
    Snowboarding in Zell am See

    Snowboarding in Zell am See

    Snowboarders are well looked after in Zell am See as the ski resort has been improving its facilities in recent years and now has a number of well-regarded parks for boarders to enjoy. Most of the lifts are chairs and cable cars, leading up to a lot of good freeriding on the upper slopes of the mountain and great runs through the trees at the lower end of the hill.

    Sustainable Choice

    All cable cars in Zell am See operate on renewable energy. The resort is increasing its use of solar power as an energy source through the addition of solar panels on ski lifts. There has also been an increase of electric vehicles on Zell am See’s roads and pistes, with electric charging points accessible in the resort.

    Crèches in Zell am See

    Zell am See has a number of childcare facilities throughout the resort. Alpenblick offers childcare for kids up to three years old, five days a week. It even has its own mascot – ALPI the cow! BOBO’s Kindergarden is another option to keep your little ones entertained, offering play days of two or four hours for kids up to three years old. Various hotels in the resort also offer childcare facilities for their guests.

    Children learning to ski in Zell Am See

    Ski Schools in Zell am See

    With many ski schools and instructors to choose between, there really is something for everybody.

    We’ve partnered with New Generation and Oxygène and highly recommend their services. All of our partners offer fantastic lessons for all ability levels.

    Book your ski lessons with our recommended suppliers. If you’re traveling during a peak week be sure to book these well in advance.

    Fondue making at a restaurant in Zell Am See

    Restaurants in Zell am See

    You will be well-fed in Zell am See ski resort. Up the mountain, many of the lunch spots are small traditional establishments, where you can enjoy some hearty mountain meals. In town, there is no shortage of quality eateries, ranging from simple cafes to fine dining gourmet restaurants. The Eichenhof enjoys great views over Lake Zell from its dining room, and for an exciting menu balancing both French and Italian influences, head to The Erlhof.

    Best Restaurants in Zell Am See
    Après Ski in Zell am See

    Après Ski in Zell am See

    Zell am See’s après ski scene is lively enough to keep those that want it thoroughly entertained, yet also maintains a more sophisticated side for those looking for something a little more refined. Villa Crazy Daisy has been a mainstay of the resort for years and is consistently busy once the ski day is over. The resort’s Irish bar is O’Flannigan’s, and Greens is worth a look in for their tasty cocktails.

    Best Après Ski in Zell am See

    Top Ski Runs

    Blue 5

    This wide, cruisy and tree-lined run begins from the top of the cityXpress gondola.

    Black 14

    A steep and long black slope, perfect for keen skiers and snowboarders who like to pick up speed.

    Red 15

    The area that surrounds this slope is great for intermediates. Enjoy a mix of steep descents, cruisy areas and tree-lined runs.

    Non-Skiers in Zell am See

    Non-Skiers

    There is a good amount to keep you entertained off the mountain in Zell am See ski resort, including shopping. Should you want a winter activity, curling, Nordic walking and ice skating are available too.

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