What can you do around Lake Zell? Which excursions suit families, groups and active travellers? Discover inspiration and useful information for your time in Zell am See and the Salzburg region.
Discover Zell am See
Find ideas for your next day out! From lakeside activities, hiking and cycling to winter sports and regional excursions.
Holiday plans in the region
A whole variety of different activities which a top region in international tourism has to offer. From children’s programmes to sports events
The town of Zell am See
The official Zell am See website with events diary and addresses from A to Z.
What to do in Zell am See? (Summer)
Summer event calendar of the region Zell am See / Kaprun.
What to do in Zell am See? (Winter)
Winter evetn calendar of the region Zell am See / Kaprun.
Golf in stunning mountain panorama
Golfclub Zell am See - Kaprun - Saalbach-Hinterglemm shows "probably the most beautiful 36 greens in the Austrian Alps".
Shopping in the old town of Zell am See
Our hostel is located just 300 meters from the city center of Zell am See with its many shops. Local farm products are available, for example, in the "home gold" store.
Stand-up paddling
The SUPcenter and windsurfing center has been a specialist for school sports weeks and group courses since 2002! The basic techniques in SUP are learned, and in SUP advanced the advanced technique. The Zeller See water sports paradise is already waiting!
Fun on the slopes at the glacier
The wide glacier slopes and varied slopes of Kaprun-Kitzsteinhorn guarantee snow almost all year round.
Flee the stress …
... and immerse into the mountains world - in summer and in winter. Skiers, cross-country skiers and hikers will find a wealth of information.
The weather in Zell am See
Current weather and weather forecats
Excursions in the Salzburger Land
There is also plenty to discover beyond our local region. Use our recommendations as a starting point for day trips and add more experiences to your stay at the youth hostel.
Salzburg Land Tourism
What has Salzburg Land got to offer to its guests? From sport and fun, nature and wellness to culture and fine dining.
All you want to know about Salzburg
Are you planning a visit to the world cultural heritage city of Salzburg? Here you can find information on the Salzburg Festival and further events, tips on where to go shopping and not forgetting the sights.
Official website of Salzburg City
If you are looking for more than just tourist information then look here: Information on Salzburg for the locals.
What is there to do in the region of Salzburg Land?
From Abtenau to Zell am See, from Advent in Salzburg to a relaxing day in a spa.
SalzburgerLand Card – more vacation for less money!
The SalzburgerLand Card is ideal both for families and children and youth groups!
The weather in Salzburg
Current weather and weather forecast
Practical Tips
From getting here to planning onward travel, this page brings together selected external resources that can be useful during a stay in our house.
Getting here and getting around
For current rail and bus connections, use the official ÖBB journey planner. For directions to the youth hostel itself, see our Contact, Location & Arrival page.
Youth hostels in Austria and worldwide
The Austrian youth hostel network and Hostelling International provide information about other hostels and membership.
Car Rental Avis
with pickup points at Salzburg Airport and Salzburg Train Station.
Car Rental Budget
with pickup point at Salzburg Airport.
Car rental Sixt
with pickup point at Salzburg Airport.
Bus and Train Timetables
Health Information for Travelers
Breakdown-service and traffic information
Exchange Rates and Currency Converter
Junge Hotels in Austria
Book a youth hostel anywhere in the world
Data and Facts about Austrias economy, culture and media
Daily News from the Salzburg Region
