7 Nights Zell am See, Austria Ski - Hotel Waldhof Family

Zell am See ski holidays

• Varied skiing and a medieval lakeside town with lots going on.
• With great nursery areas and easy blues, you’ll learn the basics in no time.
• Cobbled old centre filled with boutiques, cafés and friendly bars.
• Lots of kid-friendly activities, from bowling to ice skating.

Gentle slopes and excellent ski schools make Zell a favourite for families and first-timers. On the mountain, there’s a mix of pretty, tree-lined trails and wide-open pistes where you can take in views of the lake. There are some great kids’ ski areas dotted around, and intermediates and advanced skiers have the Kitzsteinhorn glacier, not to mention runs in the linked Ski Circus area to play with.

The town has a picture-postcard feel. Frescoed buildings line the cobbled main square, and a waterfront promenade looks out across the lake to the Hohe Tauern mountains beyond. The old centre is filled with shops and cafés, as well as some excellent bars – from après hotspots with packed-out dancefloors to cosy pubs where you can catch up over a quiet drink. There’s a great range of accommodation too, and whether you choose a high-end hotel or a little, family-run place, you can expect a friendly welcome and personal service.

For some more off-slope fun, whizz down the alpine coaster in neighbouring Kaprun or cheer on the local ice hockey team at the rink. Or for something a bit more laid-back, enjoy an afternoon tea at the Grand Hotel or challenge your mates to a pub quiz at Frenkie's.