Zell am See

Zell am See, Austria

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Ski Area Highlights

Recommended For	Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length	50 miles
Highest Lift	6,398ft
Resort Height	2,493ft
Nearest Airports	Salzburg and Innsbruck Airport
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Zell am See

Zell am See is a picturesque ski resort in Austria. It offers a diverse range of slopes for all skill levels.

 Summary

Nestled between the Schmittenhöhe mountain and the shores of Lake Zell, this resort boasts excellent skiing conditions. With over 138 km of pistes, it caters to both beginners and experienced skiers alike.

The ski area of Zell am See is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 2,493ft, with 50 miles of marked runs.

Zell am See is part of the Europa Sport Region ski area with access to 81 miles of downhill skiing, with 81 marked pistes, served by a total of 53 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Zell am See itself (50 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Europa Sport Region ski resorts of Kaprun and Kitzsteinhorn.

 Notable Ski Runs

The most difficult run is the 'Trass'.

Snow and Weather

Zell am See typically enjoys reliable snow coverage from December to April, with average snow depths reaching up to 2 meters. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for real-time updates.

When will it snow in Zell am See?

The next notable snow forecast is 1in, expected on 18 November, with around 11in forecast over the next 7 days.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

The Schmittenhöhe mountain rises to 2,000 meters and features numerous ski areas including the Maiskogel. Notable pistes include the Trass Abfahrt and the Schmittental, while the modern lifts like the Areitbahn and Schmittenhöhebahn ensure quick access to the slopes.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Zell am See

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Zell am See Ski Schools and Zell am See Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will enjoy the fun parks at Schmittenhöhe, featuring various obstacles and jumps. The Terrain Park is particularly popular for those looking to hone their skills.

Location and Map

Where is Zell am See?

This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Zell am See District, Salzburg.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Zell am See is Salzburg, 90 minutes drive away.

Innsbruck Airport, Munich, Klagenfurt, Linz and Ljubljana airports are all within three hours drive.

The resort is easily accessible via Salzburg Airport, located about 80 km away. Regular train services also connect Zell am See to major cities in Austria, making travel convenient.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 28 ski lifts are able to uplift 40,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 42 miles of ski runs, with 60 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Zell am See open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Late April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Talking about Zell am See

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Aprés Ski

Zell am See offers vibrant après-ski options, with hotspots like the Babar and The Villa. Cozy restaurants such as the Seewirt and lively nightclubs provide a great way to unwind after a day on the slopes.