Winter hiking
in Zell am See Kaprun

Winter hiking in Zell am See Kaprun

In order to walk in the mountains in winter, you need good equipment and perfect local infrastructure. Zell am See-Kaprun offers the best conditions for this with its approximately 40 kilometers of cleared walking and winter hiking trails - whether around Lake Zell, on the surrounding sunny slopes up to the Enzianhütte or up on the Schmittenhöhe.

Hiking through the glittering white.

The selection of scenic tours ranges from short walks to long hikes and offers flat routes as well as a route with an altitude of 500 meters.

For snowshoe fans, one of the options is the Schmittenhöhe with its wonderful views over the valley and Lake Zell: there are guided tours at an altitude of 2.000 meters

Snowshoe hikes for beginners and advanced. The winter nature experience against the backdrop of the Hohe Tauern National Park leaves a lasting impression.

This is also the case with the guided snowshoe hike to the Plettsaukopf on the Schmittenhöhe: the path leads from the cityXpress mountain station in silence and away from the slopes through the forest and opens up fantastic views. The Kitzsteinhorn Explorer Tour with a national park ranger is particularly popular with anyone who wants to skip skiing.

It goes from the town of Kaprun with a gondola and short hikes across 4 climate zones up to TOP OF SALZBURG at 3.029 m. The focus is on enjoyment and learning a lot of interesting facts about the flora and fauna.

Lake Zell circular route: The circular route around Lake Zell is particularly attractive in winter. The path leads along the shore of the lake and offers wonderful views of the frozen lake and the surrounding mountain landscape.
Schmittenhöhe panoramic path: The Schmittenhöhe offers well-maintained winter hiking trails in winter. The panoramic path on the Schmittenhöhe leads through snow-covered forests and offers wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.

Maiskogel hiking trail: The Maiskogel in Kaprun is also a great place for winter hiking. There are various routes and hiking trails that lead through the snowy landscape and offer wonderful views of the surrounding area.

Thumersbach circular hiking trail: An idyllic path near Zell am See that leads along the shore of Lake Zell and through the picturesque village of Thumersbach.

Path to Summit World 3000 on the Kitzsteinhorn: An Hike to the Kitzsteinhorn is also possible in winter. The route to Summit World 3000 offers spectacular views of the snow-covered glacier landscape.

Before embarking on a winter hike, it is advisable to check the weather conditions and prepare accordingly. Sturdy hiking boots, warm clothing, possibly snowshoes and hiking poles can be helpful for safely exploring the snow-covered paths. In addition, it is advisable to leave early to have enough daylight for the hike. The winter hikes in Zell am See offer a great opportunity to experience the tranquil beauty of the snowy landscape and the majestic mountains.