{"id":2081,"date":"2020-11-04T14:07:47","date_gmt":"2020-11-04T13:07:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/?page_id=2081"},"modified":"2026-05-28T16:08:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T14:08:59","slug":"active","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/en\/active\/","title":{"rendered":"Active"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-nill-divider divider\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-introtext-Z4CQKv wp-block-lazyblock-introtext\"><div class=\"container\">\n  <div class=\"row\">\n    <div class=\"col-lg-8\">\n      <h1 class=\"h2\">Things to do in Zell am See around the Schmittenhof<\/h1>\n      <h2 class=\"h3\">Welcome to the Zell am See-Kaprun holiday region<\/h2>\n      <div class=\"introtext\">There\u2019s no space for boredom on holiday. One of the finest holiday regions in Austria can be found around Hotel Schmittenhof \u2013 Zell am See-Kaprun. There are so many things to do in Zell am See: the magnificent hiking trails, spectacular bike tours, seemingly endless ski slopes and lovely excursion destinations make an active holiday in the province of Salzburg a real treat for young and old and for every taste.<br><br>Whether it\u2019s action-packed family holidays in the province of Salzburg, adventures with friends or quiet and active indulgence for couples \u2013 Hotel Schmittenhof leaves nothing to be desired. The Zell am See-Kaprun holiday region comes alive in both summer and winter thanks to an outstanding selection of activities and excursions. When can we expect you?<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-nill-divider divider\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"element container-page element--media-links media__text--sync row position-relative\"><div class=\"media__text--sync__images--1 col-md-4\"><a href=\"\/en\/activities-winter\/\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-100\" data-id=\"1066\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/webweb_MK521377-scaled-e1602682154557.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/a><a href=\"\/en\/activities-winter\/\"><div class=\"description\"><div><p>Active in Winter<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"media__text--sync__images--2 col-md-4 position-relative\"><a href=\"\/en\/activities-summer\/\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-100\" data-id=\"1065\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/MU272558-1-e1602682331864.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/a><a href=\"\/en\/activities-summer\/\"><div class=\"description\"><div><p>Active in Summer<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><div class=\"badge\"><a href=\"\/en\/summer-card\/\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" data-id=\"2553\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/sommer-card_en-1.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"media__text--sync__images--3 col-md-4\"><a href=\"\/en\/excursion-destinations\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-100\" data-id=\"1093\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/sigmund-thun-klamm-in-kaprun-sigmund-thun-gorge-in-kaprun-c-zell-am-see-kaprun-tourismus-scaled-e1602684021483.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/a><a href=\"\/en\/excursion-destinations\"><div class=\"description\"><div><p>Excursion destination<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-nill-divider divider\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"element element--async-text-media media__text--async row position-relative\"><div class=\"media__text--async row position-relative container-page\"><div class=\"media__text--async__image--left col-md-4\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-100\" loading=\"lazy\" data-id=\"152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/zell-am-see-city-centre_-c-faistauer-photography-3-.jpg 1920w, undefined 960w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/zell-am-see-city-centre_-c-faistauer-photography-3-.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"media__text--async__text col-md-5\"><div class=\"media__text--async__text--inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"media__text--async__image--right col-md-3\"><div class=\"media__text--async__image--right--inner position-relative\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-100\" loading=\"lazy\" data-id=\"153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/spaziergang-am-zeller-see-c-zell-am-see-kaprun-tourismus-1-.jpg 1920w, undefined 960w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/spaziergang-am-zeller-see-c-zell-am-see-kaprun-tourismus-1-.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><a href=\"https:\/\/at_zell_schmitte.officialbookings.com\/?skd-language-code=en\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"media__text--async__image--right--button\" loading=\"lazy\" data-id=\"2561\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/best_price_en-3.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-nill-divider divider\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"element element--simple-text-media\"><div class=\"row align-items-end media__text--simple container-page\"><div class=\"media__text--simple__image col-md-6\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-100\" loading=\"lazy\" data-id=\"154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/thumb_P8070147_1024-1.jpg 1920w, undefined 960w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/thumb_P8070147_1024-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"media__text--simple__text col-md-5\"><div class=\"media__text--simple__text--inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ACTIVE HOLIDAYS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">THE HOME OF VARIETY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"pb-0\">Zell am See offers a genuine shopping and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/en\/cuisine\/\">culinary experience<\/a>.  Enjoy the numerous shopping opportunities in the pedestrian zone or relax with a leisurely coffee. Bring the evening to a close in a bar with a nice glass of wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Zell am See\u2019s train station is located in the centre of town, so a variety of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/en\/excursion-destinations\/\">excursion destinations<\/a> are also conveniently accessible by train.<br><br>Throughout the year there are a number of celebrations and events based around culture, cuisine, children and nature, and there are even actionpacked sports events. Look forward to the pure variety of Zell am See in both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/en\/activities-summer\/\">summer <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schmittenhof.at\/en\/activities-winter\/\">winter<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-nill-divider divider\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-faqs-13covF wp-block-lazyblock-faqs\"><div class=\"faqs container\">\r\n            <h2 class=\"headline\">Answers to frequently asked questions<\/h2>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion\">\r\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                <div class=\"accordion-title h3\">What makes the Schmittenh\u00f6he the ideal holiday destination?<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"accordion-content\"><p>The Schmittenh\u00f6he offers everything you could expect and hope for from an active holiday in Zell am See \u2013 easy access, a family-friendly atmosphere for all ages, direct links to public transport, stunning views and, of course, a wide range of outdoor activities on the mountain all year round.<\/p><\/div> \r\n            <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                <div class=\"accordion-title h3\">What views does the Schmittenh\u00f6he offer?<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"accordion-content\"><p>The best views in the province of Salzburg can be found on the Schmittenh\u00f6he. The imposing mountain scenery all around, the deep valleys and Lake Zell are easily visible to the naked eye on clear days.<\/p><\/div> \r\n            <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                <div class=\"accordion-title h3\">Are there family-friendly experiences and places to visit around the Schmittenhof?<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"accordion-content\"><p>Yes, there are plenty of things for families to do in Zell am See and around the Schmittenhof. We recommend Lake Zell, themed hiking trails, varied bike tours, Ferleiten Wildlife Park and the Krimml Waterfalls in summer, and the beginner-friendly ski slopes, toboggan runs, the Maisiflitzer and the indoor swimming pool in winter.<\/p><\/div> \r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\r\n    {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"What makes the Schmittenh\u00f6he the ideal holiday destination?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"The Schmittenh\u00f6he offers everything you could expect and hope for from an active holiday in Zell am See \u2013 easy access, a family-friendly atmosphere for all ages, direct links to public transport, stunning views and, of course, a wide range of outdoor activities on the mountain all year round.\"\n            }\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"What views does the Schmittenh\u00f6he offer?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"The best views in the province of Salzburg can be found on the Schmittenh\u00f6he. 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