Hikingholiday in Salzburg Hiking & mountaineering

Hiking holiday in Austria

Wonderful stages and hiking tours are waiting to be explored by you and your family. Spend a fantastic hiking trip with numerous experiences, delicious delicacies in alpine huts and plenty of nature. 


The hiking region in and around Zell am See, Kaprun offers pleasure hikes as well as long-distance hiking trails with different altitude levels of your choice. You can also explore great themed trails for the whole family in Salzburger Land. We look forward to your visit. 

Due to the variety of varied hikes, all paths are open to experienced mountaineers, leisurely walkers, Nordic walkers, families with children and short vacationers.

Wanderurlaub mit Kindern im Salzburger Land
Wandern mit Kindern in Zell am See

If you want to experience an unforgettable hiking holiday in the Salzburg region, go to Zell am See - Kaprun to our 4 star hiking and family hotel. The surrounding mountains and the breathtaking alpine world are ideal for hiking in the Hohe Tauern region. Your summer escape from the heat in the austrian mountains. The local mountains Schmittenhöhe, Maiskogel and the Kitzsteinhorn are right on the doorstep.

After an eventful day of hiking, you can relax in the in-house wellness area or indulge in culinary delights in our restaurant.

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Wanderurlaub im Salzburger Land

The hiking region offers

  • 400 km of hiking trails
  • mountain inns and huts
  • varied Pinzgau hiking tours
  • the cable cars operate in summer
  • indoor climing and high-ropes course
  • climbing crag and cia ferrata on the Kitzsteinhorn


So we say "Horrido!" (an od hunter´s greeting) in the Salzburg mountains.

Wandern in Zell am See mit Sommerkarte

Your holiday highlight: guided sunrise hike with the boss. We look forward to seeing you.

Would you like to experience a very special morning? Join Klaus, the owner, on an exclusive sunrise hike to the Ebenbergalm.

  • When? Depending on the season, we start once a week between 4:30 and 6:00 a.m.
  • How long? The leisurely hike takes about 45 minutes each way.
  • What can you expect? Once we reach the top, Klaus will prepare a fresh egg dish for you. With a little luck, you might also see a deer or two and, of course, a fantastic sunrise.

A unique experience that you shouldn't miss. We look forward to seeing you.

Hiking with children

Zell am See is ideal for families who enjoy exploring nature together. Hiking with children becomes a special experience here, thanks to specially designed family hiking trails. Some of the numerous family hiking trails in the Zell am See Kaprun region are: 

  • Schmidolin's Baptism of Fire adventure trail
  • the Mystical Forest legend trail
  • Meadow King Kingdom themed trail

These routes are easy to walk and offer exciting stops and attractions for the little ones along the way. They explain nature in a playful way and provide variety. In addition, numerous alpine pastures and huts offer plenty of opportunities to take a break, so that even the youngest hikers can recharge their batteries at any time. 

 Hotel Stadt Wien Familienurlaub

Provisions for your tour: Individual packed lunches

What would a hike in the Zell am See-Kaprun region be without the right refreshments? To ensure you are well prepared for your summit experience, we offer our practical provisions service during the summer months:

  • Self-made hiking snack: Put together your own packed lunch according to your taste from our extensive breakfast buffet.
  • Maximum flexibility: Whether it's a hearty cheese sandwich, fresh fruit or a sweet treat, you decide what goes in your bag.
  • Environmentally friendly packaging: We provide you with recyclable paper bags for transport in your hiking rucksack.
  • Fresh & individual: You make your own sandwiches, just the way you like them.

Good to know: Please note that this offer is only available in summer and drinks are not included in the packed lunch.

Challenging hikes during coolcation Salzburg region in Austria

For those seeking thrills, the Pinzgau region offers a variety of challenging hikes. The ascent of the Kitzsteinhorn with its impressive panoramic views and the glacier hikes are unique experiences. Demanding tours to the Schmittenhöhe and Maiskogel challenge even experienced hikers and offer spectacular views of the Pinzgau mountains. The via ferrata on the Kitzsteinhorn offers additional adrenaline and is a must for adventure seekers. These hikes are ideal for anyone who wants to fill their active holiday in the Salzburg region with challenging routes and impressive nature experiences. 

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to our hiking hotel and providing you with an unforgettable hiking holiday in the Salzburg region. Book your holiday at the Zeller Hotel now.

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