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Cycling

Austria

Walking

From gentle lakeside strolls to panoramic ridge adventures, Zell am See’s 

 is a masterpiece of forest trails, flower meadows and glacier views. With over 400km of marked paths and plenty of cable car access, it’s easy to enjoy big views with low effort. Themed trails, family-friendly walks and mountaintop huts will keep legs (and cameras) happy.

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Hiking & Walking

Zell am See’s biking scene is seriously versatile. Roadies can tackle big alpine climbs, families can cruise round the lake, and mountain bikers can tear up forest trails or coast into an alpine hut for a strudel stop. With bike hire (including e-bikes) available in town and a cycle network that’s smooth and scenic, this is a summer 

. No Lycra required (but always welcome).

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Cycling & Mountain biking

Zell am See doesn’t just offer walking and wheeling - you can fly, float, swing, slide and glide to your heart’s content! There’s plenty of non-hiking, non-cycling magic to fill your summer days, including all types of aqua fun on (and in) Lake Zell. It’s heaven for wakeboarders, kayakers and paddleboarders. 

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Other things to do

Austrian soul food meets lakeside lunching in Zell am See’s diverse dining scene. Whether it’s dumplings with a panorama or pizza after a paddle, you’ll eat well - and there will probably be cheese involved. From rustic mountain huts to lively town taverns, there’s a flavour for every appetite and a drink to match. Schnapps, anyone? 

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Where to eat and drink

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Zell am See

 does summer at full volume. Glistening lakes, forested peaks, flower-draped chalets - and the kind of fresh mountain air that would have Julie Andrews twirling with joy. Set between the waters of Lake Zell and the heights of the Hohe Tauern mountain range, this resort is as scenic as it is energetic. Mother Nature did herself proud. 

 high trails to paddleboarding across the lake, there's something for every kind of holidaymaker. Picnic by a waterfall? Lakeside yoga? Sailing past snow-capped summits? Zell am See delivers all this, and with a charmingly Austrian twist - think brass bands, wooden balconies, and dumplings with everything. Whether you're a sporty solo, a chilled couple, or a family on the go, Zell am See is the perfect blend of relaxation and alpine buzz. 

Plus, getting around in summer is smooth, scenic and stress-free. Especially with the 

, valid from mid-May to October. It’s issued to guests staying at participating accommodations (we’ll show you which ones), and gives free use of public buses, boats, lake lidos, and all major cable cars. The region also has a separate guest mobility ticket. Win win!

Where Austria summer holiday dreams come true. 
Crystal-clear Lake Zell swims, mountain hikes with strudel stops.
Pure alpine bliss - no skis required. 


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