Cross-country skiing

The crunch of the snow beneath your skis and your visible breath as you steam through the idyllic winter scenery.

In the glitz of the natural play area of the region you completely forget that cross-country skiing is normally resident in the Nordic plateau. The runs weave for approximately 200 kilometers, so far as the eye can see, at Zell am See-Kaprun and into the adjacent regions.

Perfect for beginners is the five-kilometre west trail starting in Kaprun. For more experienced sportsmen and women is the trail on the Kitzsteinhorn plateau perfect. And you do not even have to stop at dusk, there is a five-kilometre night trail at your disposal. Download x-country skiing map

Even couch potatoes become weak at the sight of the majestic mountains. They also want to give it a try.

The local cross-country ski hire shop can rent you top quality equipment. Naturally, they also have hints for the selection or care of the equipment.

Cross-country skiing helps with strength and endurance. In addition you become acquainted with the beauty of the region as many runs lead you to the most beautiful and impressive places in Zell am See-Kaprun. So that the long trips don’t become too arduous, learn how to cross-country with the local schools and the technique to ' half herringbone' and ' double stick push'.