Summer – hiking, swimming and being amazed in Zell am See
In summer, the Pinzgauer Grasberge invite you to be adventurous hikes a. Whether a day trip or a multi-day tour – a breathtaking panorama is just as guaranteed as excellent hospitality in one of the many alpine huts. The natural diversity of the nearby Hohe Tauern National Park can be experienced in the most relaxed way possible.
The Schmittenhöhe , Zell am See’s local mountain, is a first-class family mountain. Hiking trails of all levels of difficulty offer sensational views for young and old, interesting facts about flora and fauna and works of art that you have probably never seen before. Pension Margarete is the ideal starting point for your explorations, as we are right next to three cable cars.
The Lake Zell impresses with its excellent bathing quality. Three public swimming pools and numerous entry and bathing areas along the shore offer variety for fans of the cool water. With the Summer card admission to the baths is also free, and a tour on the MS Schmittenhöhe, the comfortable passenger ship, is also included! Lake Zell is easy to reach from us by bus no. 71, which can be used freely with the summer card!
The Zell’s old town appeals to your visitors with the many cafes, restaurants and shops. The historical walls also offer a lot of interesting facts to those interested in architecture and history. Rosenberg Castle, the parish church and the Vogtturm are the three most imposing buildings that can easily be seen on a walk in the city center.
Great Tourist Attractions are in the immediate vicinity. The high mountain reservoirs in Kaprun are just one of the many highlights. The Krimml Waterfalls, the Grossglockner High Alpine Road and the Mittersill National Park Center are also a must for every guest who visits the region in summer. Many of the greatest hotspots are also in the Summer card included!