The Resort of Zell Am See - The Ideal Destination For Your Winter and Summer Holidays

Are you still looking for a great destination to travel to this summer? Are you keen on mountain activities such as mountain biking, hiking and trekking, horse riding, paragliding wind surfing or even summer skiing? If your answer to some of these questions is yes, then look no further than the great holiday destination of Zell am See Kaprun in Austria. Zell am See Kaprun is located in the state of Salzburg, and represent one of the largest cities in the Pinzgau region, with a population of about 10 000 inhabitants, and stands in the eastern Alps.

The picturesque medieval town of Zell am See is nested in between the Schmittenhöhe glacier, that is covered with snow 365 days a year, and the Zeller See lake, giving in the process some heavenly scenery. The historical name holds its origins dating back to the 8th century when the archbishop of Salzburg founded the village of "Cella in Bisoncio", in 740 AD precisely. It reached the status of Market town in the 14th century and has been a transportation hub for the region since.

Nowadays, Zell am See Kaprun offers a great alternative, if you are looking for a destination that offers a wide array of summer mountain activities, but also of winter activities. In summer, the weather in the region is that of the continental type, reaching thus very high temperatures, in excess of 30 degrees Celsius, perfect for some wind surfing or water skiing on the Zeller See Lake. But because of the Schmittenhöhe being a glacier covered in snow all year round, you will also be able to indulge in activities that are usually reserved to the winter season. Skiing, snow boarding, snow kiting or even cross country skiing are some of the activities that you will be able to take on this summer in Zell am See. Furthermore and in addition to the sports activities, the town of Zell am See offers a very exciting night life, with an ample selection of bars, clubs, restaurants, and other local specialities providers.

To get to Zell am See is also very easy by road, rail or by plane, and the resort is really well served. In terms of accommodations, it couldn't be easier to book your Zell am See hotels. Have a quick peek at mountvacation.com, where you will be presented with a nice selection of accommodations at affordable prices. So if you are looking to spend a good time with your family, or feel more like an action packed type of holiday, then the resort of Zell am See Kaprun is the perfect destination for you.