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Your trip to Kaprun.

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Kaprun – Salzburgo Destination Zell am See and Hohe Tauern about 110 km from Salzburgo

How to get there

  • Flughafen Salzburg (SZG) Salzburgo · 90 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

Confirm before purchasing. Arrive by train to Zell am See and continue by local bus to Kaprun and the cable car bases.

How many days

Two days for Kitzsteinhorn and the gorge, with leeway to swap the order depending on the weather.

When to go

From June to September, summer paths typically have more options. In December through March, the program focuses on winter sports and requires checking the operation of the sectors.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Local buses serve Kaprun and the mountain access points; check the correct stop to avoid long transfers between bases.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Kaprun
  1. Morning
    Kitzsteinhorn

    Begin the cable car circuit if the mountain conditions allow visits.

  2. Afternoon
    High-altitude panoramas

    Use the interpretation areas and terraces provided on the designated circuit.

  3. Late afternoon
    Return to Kaprun

    Return to the valley without rushing the final transport connection.

  4. Evening
    Rest in the valley

    Leave the gorge for another outing if the ascent has taken up the day.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

How long to stay in Kaprun?

Two days for Kitzsteinhorn and the gorge, with leeway to swap the order depending on the weather.

Is a car necessary in Kaprun?

Local buses serve Kaprun and the mountain access points; check the correct stop to avoid long transfers between bases.

When to plan a visit to Kaprun?

From June to September, summer paths typically have more options. In December through March, the program focuses on winter sports and requires checking the operation of the sectors.

Does the panoramic visit to Kitzsteinhorn require skiing?

No. There are visitor circuits and viewing platforms; skiing has its own equipment, conditions and organization.

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