Kaprun, Zell am See, Austria

Kaprun Slopes

Kaprun is situated in the Hohe Tauren National Park in the heart of the Alps. The Kitzteinhorn Glacier is 3023m, the Schmittenhohe Mountain at 2000m and the Maiskogel Mountain (the family mountain) at 1675m are all nearby.

The picturesque town of Zell am See and it's famous lake together with Kaprun form the Europasport Region. The highest waterfall in Europe, the largest ice caves in the world and the high alpine pass are all within easy reach.

Kaprun is full of character and very traditional and is often referred to as the 'ultimate Austrian village'. The valley is surrounded by beautiful mountains and very attractive scenery. Kaprun Castle is ideal for sightseeing, dating from the 12th century and mentioned for the first time in 1280. The castle festival is one of the highlights of the summer programme of the Europa-Sportregion. Lasting two days, you are transported back to medieval times with parades, jousting, witches, jugglers, and magicians.

Kaprun and Zell am See are very close together and both towns have many shops, cafes and restaurants. The après-ski is lively and typically Austrian, there are many bars to choose from and several discos.

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Local Activities

With over 25 restaurants and bars - clothes, sports and souvenir shops, Kaprun has something for everyone. Kaprun also boasts an abundance of activities for both summer and winter holidays for all the family including:

 

Skiing

Skiing

Ski Slopes for all abilities including summer skiing

The white glacier slopes of Kitzsteinhorn are ideal for skiing and snowboarding not only in winter but also in summer. At a height of 3,029 m (9,938 ft), you'll find summer skiing pistes. There are ski schools for children and adults, cross country skiing, as well as ski huts for après-ski. In the ‘Europa-Sportregion’ there are 130 km (81 miles) of ski runs, over 59 pistes and four mountains, 57 cable cars and lifts and snow machines.

Ski Bus

The bus stop is only 5 minute walk from the apartment. There are at least three ski buses an hour to take you to the Kitzsteinhorn (high-season). Once at the bus station in the valley you can either take the glacier jet or the cable cars directly towards the peak. Buses start running at 8 a.m. There are two buses an hour taking skiers to Schmittenhöhe.

Ski and Snowboard Rental

Europ Sport Rental and service shop is close to the apartment and will provide complete ski equipment for purchase or for rent. It is located close to the Ski Dome (50m walk towards kaprun) Europ Sport has the most competitive prices in Kaprun and all tenants of Kitz 10 will receive a further 10% discount. (Mention Haus Patricia). It also has a lively après ski scene.

 

Golf

Golf

You can play golf in beautiful scenery from April to November on two courses at the Golfplatz Europa Sportregion between Zell am See & Kaprun. The two courses are called 'Schmittenhöhe’ and ‘Kitzsteinhorn’ and they are graced by beginners and professionals.

Golfplatz Europa Sportregion Zell am See

Kaprun Golfstraße 25, A-5700 Zell am See Tel: +43/6542/56161.