The popular skiing resort of Zell am See can be found in the Alps, on the Austrian side; it's in the western part of Austria, a little bit further south than Salzburg. Due to its popularity, not only with skiers and snowboarders, but also hikers and mountain bikers (and it is even possible to do horseback-riding in Zell am See), the town has a good selection of tourist services.

Practical information on weather, transportation and other attractions in the town are all vitally important to skiers planning a trip to the Alps. Learning the best time to visit, hotel resorts available and places to see are all vitally important.

Visiting the Town

Zell am See attracts tourists to the resort purely on the basis of its own worth as a tourist destination. It has an interesting medieval town, and attractions include the Tower of Kastnerturn and Pfarrkirche Church, both of which can be dated to the 12th century – what other ski resorts can make that boast? The Tower also contains a museum of Austrian folklore, making it an interesting cultural attraction for many Europeans. Many European tourists visit Zell am See for its well-known nightlife, considered lively but not too demanding.

Weather

The weather in Zell am See can actually be surprisingly moderate for a skiing resort, which sometimes affects the availability of snow – during times of warm weather, there can be little to do except queue endlessly for the Kuprun Glacier – so it's necessary to consider this when planning a holiday. June and July are traditionally the warmest months in the town, and summer activities are best planned for these months. Winter months can also be bitterly cold, so be careful to prepare for the weather when booking skiing holidays. Below zero temps are the norm.

Travelling to Zell am See

As is typical of much of the European skiing industry, the best form of transport to Zell am See is via train. There are connections to be made from Salzburg and other cities in the area. Tourists may find that Salzburg is the best option, as there are many flights there from major airports such as London and Paris. Once in Zell am See, there are ski-buses to the slopes, as well as rental cars for those who wish to explore the surrounding countryside.