Zell am See-Kaprun Overview
The ski area of Zell am See and Kaprun covers 138 kilometres of pistes with a highest lift at 3029 metres. The Kitzsteinhorn Glacier, included in your lift pass, guarantees the best conditions for both early and late season. Zell am See and Kaprun are scenic resorts ever popular with school groups due to its wide range of skiing for all abilities and the abundance of après-ski. There are plenty of easy slopes for beginners at the Maiskogel and Schmittenhöhe, but there are also challenging slopes with the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier being particularly popular for intermediate and experienced skiers. Après-ski activities include an indoor pool with slides, ice-skating, a weekly ski show, sleigh rides, and visits to an ice-hockey match. In addition to this, the ski resorts of Zell am See and Saalbach are now under one lift pass, meaning you have the opportunity to ski two fantastic Austrian resorts during your trip!
Km of skiable area
138km
Number of runs
26
34
13
Number of lifts
45
Nearest hospital
In resort
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Zell am See-Kaprun Accommodation
Hotel Post Fusch
Location: Fusch
Capacity: 100
This classic Austrian alpine style accommodation is located in Fusch, a 15 minute drive from the Areitbahn in Zell am See, and is also suitable for skiing Maria Alm. A family-run hotel that is guaranteed to give your school group a warm welcome.
Rooms: Furnished in a traditional Alpine style the rooms feature wooden floors, satellite TV, and en-suite bathroom.
Facilities: Billiards and table tennis, internet, ski storage room, air hockey, sauna and whirlpool available for teachers
Gasthof Zur Post
Location:
Capacity: 54
The Gasthof zur Post is conveniently located in the village of Maishofen, close to the ski slopes. The „Schönleiten“ ski lift is located less than a 15 min drive from the accommodation. Maishofen offers good facilities including a supermarket and is located close to Zell am See and Saalbach. This property is a great one party accommodation for coach groups.
Rooms: 20 modern rooms, all en suite
Facilities: large dining room, coach parking next to the accommodation
JUFA Kaprun
Location:
Capacity: 232
Centrally located in Kaprun, just a few minutes' drive to the nearest ski slopes and 5km to the access point of the lifts to the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier. A modern, comfortable hotel offering a great base for discovering the Kaprun and Zell am See ski areas. A highly popular choice for schools and an excellent find for Select - well recommended!
Rooms: The hotel offers 62 comfortable bedrooms, all equipped with en-suite shower and WC, TV and safe.
Facilities: A modern, expanded building, featuring a games room with table tennis and table football, 4 seminar rooms for use as entertainment areas, café and bar, ski storage, a wellness area for teachers. Free Wi-Fi is available in all open hotel areas. Select says: The staff at the JUFA Kaprun are bi-lingual. 3 course evening meal included.
Junges Hotel - Seespitzstraße
Location:
Capacity: 110
Situated on the south bank of Lake Zeller in Zell am See, a 10 minute drive from the Areitbahn lift at Schüttdorf. This is a well recommended accommodation for youth groups with many on-site facilities, also benefiting from a great location. A popular choice for schools!
Rooms: Comfortable bedrooms sleeping up to 6 pupils, all benefiting from en-suite facilities.
Facilities: Dining room, large recreation rooms for games, TV and video, Internet, ski room with boot dryer, parking for coach outside.
Jugendgästehaus Bründl
Location:
Capacity: 114
Located in the village of Piesendorf, 6km and a 7 minute drive from the Zell am See Areitbahn lift, and a 15 minute drive to the lift depature point at Kaprun for the Kitzsteinhorn glacier. A well located hotel for accessing both the Zell am See and Kaprun ski areas. This is a great, group friendly accommodation with good on-site facilities.
Rooms: Modern well equipped rooms sleeping up to 6 pupils with en-suite shower and WC, and most with a balcony.
Facilities: TV room with DVD and video, three lounges, seminar room with a large screen and projector, table tennis, table football, gym and sauna with relaxation room for teachers, drying room, free Wi-Fi.
Pension Brunhilde
Location: Fusch
Capacity: 100
The Pension Brunhilde is a cosy and friendly accommodation offering good facilities including an on-site ski hire and a games room. Ideal for school groups.
Rooms: 31 rooms, all of which are equipped with a shower, and most with WC (21 offer full ensuite). With the exception of 2 rooms, all rooms have a private balcony.
Facilities: There is a large bright dining room, a games room with air hockey and a pool table. Ski hire is located withiin the accommodation. In addition, free Wi-Fi is available.
Zell am See-Kaprun Après Ski
Pizza Night
Subject range: Cultural, Food Technology
What you’ll experience: Enjoy a night out and pizza! A great opportunity for your group to socialise and enjoy a popular meal after a day on the slopes.
Select says: Perfect after a long day when the children just want to relax. The meal includes a soft drink & ice cream.
Tauern Spa - Zell am See/Kaprun
Subject range: Physical Education
What you’ll experience: The Waterworld includes an active pool with jet stream current, a Relaxpool with grotto, a high pool with waterfall as well as lounge areas. The water area covers approximately 730 m².
Select says: A supplement applies for Sauna World.
Alpine Coaster Maisiflitzer
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: This is the first alpine rollercoaster in Salzburger Land (open all year round in all weather conditions). Running on tracks, these two-seaters race towards the valley below at speeds as high as 40 km/h. For added excitement the track features built-in waves, jumps and five loops. The greatest possible safety and comfort are provided by optimised bucket seats with back support, safety belts and state-of-the-art eddy-current brakes (brake levers mounted on both sides).
Select says: The start and finish of the coaster are located right next to the Schaufelberg car park.
Ski Show – Zell am See/Kaprun
Subject range: Cultural, Winter Sports
What you’ll experience: For 9 weeks from January to March SnowNight Pros show their skills. Expect awesome stunts and high jumps as well as a DJ and fireworks.
Select says: Open every Wednesday night for 9 weeks (January to beginning of March) from 20.00.
Bowling - Zell am See
Subject range: Physical Education
What you’ll experience: Austrian style bowling with 2 automated lanes. Pre booking is essential and bowling is open daily from 16:00.
Select says: Take the students to this local bowling alley and get a real Austrian feel!
Ice Hockey Match - Zell am See
Subject range: Cultural, Winter Sports
What you’ll experience: Watch the EK Zeller Bären play in the Austrian Second Division. This activity is subject to team’s schedule.
Select says: A fantastic night for the students, get into the atmosphere and cheer for your team!
Swimming - Zell am See
Subject range: Physical Education
What you’ll experience: A 25m pool with a large waterslide.
Select says: A great way to relax those muscles after a hard days skiing!
Ice Skating - Zell am See
Subject range: Winter Sports
What you’ll experience: Large ice skating rink, where you can also have a go at curling. A great evening activity which allows the group to learn other winter sports beside skiing.
Select says: Peak season – Tuesdays and Thursdays from 20.00 to 22.00 (Any other days until 15.20).
Disco Night
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: A disco night is always a great way for the group to let loose after a long day on the slopes. This evening entertainment allows children to socialise and have fun.
Select says: A disco night is a popular option as an end of week celebration! Includes 1 soft drink.
In-house Quiz
Subject range: Cultural, History, Geography
What you’ll experience: A quiz night is a great way to spend a relaxed evening inside. Your rep will help you organise the activity.
Select says: You may wish to budget for snacks, prizes, etc.
Karaoke
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: Karaoke is a fun way to spend an evening in the resort and enables the children to socialise and relax. Perfect after a busy day on the slopes.
Select says: Available for booking.
Zell am See-Kaprun Resort Facts
| Resort height | Zell am See 750 m / Kaprun 911 m |
| Highest lift | 3029 m |
| Vertical drop | 2112 m |
| Total km of piste | 138 km |
| Total no of ski runs | 73 |
| Blue | 26 |
| Red | 34 |
| Black | 13 |
| Total no of lifts | 45 |
| Gondolas/cable cars | 12 |
| Chair lifts | 14 |
| Drag lifts | 15 |
| Magic carpet | 4 |
| Longest run | 6 km – Schuttdorfabfahrt |
| Lift pass covers | Zell am See-Kaprun and Saalbach |
| Glacier | Yes, Kaprun – included on your lift pass |
| Snowboarding facilities | Half Pipe and fun park |
| Snow making | 90% |
| Transfer time by air | Munich – 2 hrs 45, Salzburg – 1 hr 30 |
| Transfer time by coach | 15 hrs |
| Medical facilities | Doctor in resort |
| Nearest hospital | Hospital in resort |
