Skiing in Kaprun
Kaprun lies in Salzburg's Pinzgau, at the foot of the Kitzsteinhorn, and together with Zell am See forms the Zell am See - Kaprun region: 218 kilometres of pistes and 49 lifts between 878 and 3071 metres. The village is best known as a glacier destination: on the high terrain of the Kitzsteinhorn you ski reliable snow from autumn well into spring. Recent winters saw depths of up to 141 centimetres. Kaprun itself is a lively yet manageable village with a genuine centre, a family mountain right by the village and a full set of facilities. We list 20 accommodations, with winter holidays from 694 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Kaprun
Kaprun8.1Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
VAYA Kaprun
Kaprun8.1Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Pension Bergheil
Kaprun6.3Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Appartement Nancy
Kaprun8.4Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Pension Rieder
Kaprun7.4Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Kaprun Appartements
Kaprun8.7Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Pension Elisabeth
Kaprun9.5Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
People's Hotel
Kaprun7.5Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Hotel Victoriya
Kaprun8.3Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Hotel St. Florian
Kaprun8.6Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Appartmenten Orgler
Kaprun7.9Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Appartement Tauern Relax
KaprunZell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
24 by Avenida
Kaprun8.6Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Hotel Gasthof Mitteregger
Kaprun8.6Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten
KaprunZell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Hotel Core Kaprun (vh. Das Falkenstein)
KaprunZell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
AvenidA Mountain Lodges Kaprun
Kaprun7.6Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Kaprun Glacier Estate
Kaprun8.7Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Verwöhnhotel Vötters Sportkristall
Kaprun8.6Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Hotel Ever Grün
Kaprun8.6Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Carpe Solem Kaprun (Appartementen)
Kaprun8.9Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Hotel das Alpenhaus Kaprun
KaprunZell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Revier Boutique Hotel Kaprun
Kaprun8.6Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Carpe Solem Kaprun (Hotel)
Kaprun9.1Zell am See - Kaprun, Oostenrijk
Hotel Soulsisters
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The ski area from Kaprun
Kaprun has two faces: the gentle family mountain right by the village and the high-alpine terrain of the Kitzsteinhorn, where pistes reach 3071 metres. Together with the Schmittenhöhe above Zell am See, you get 218 kilometres of pistes and 49 lifts within one region.
Variety is the strength: wide practice slopes and forest runs below, sporty reds and snow-sure glacier terrain above. Snowboarders and freestylers also find their playground on the Kitzsteinhorn's high slopes. Between the areas you shuttle by ski bus or car.
Snow reliability in Kaprun
Kaprun is one of Austria's most snow-sure destinations, and that is not marketing but altitude: the Kitzsteinhorn's glacier terrain reaches 3071 metres and carries natural snow for virtually the whole season. Recent winters recorded up to 141 centimetres.
The valley floor sits at 878 metres, so around the village and on the lowest runs it can be bare in December and March; snowmaking keeps the family mountain in shape. In practice this means that even in a lean winter, full ski days at altitude are always available from Kaprun.
The village of Kaprun
Kaprun is a mid-sized village with a pleasant, compact centre: shops, restaurants, bars and ski rental all within walking distance. It is livelier than the surrounding villages but far calmer than the big après-ski strongholds; the vibe is sporty and good-natured.
Off the slopes there is plenty to do, including a large spa complex in the village and tobogganing and walking options nearby. The mix of genuine village feel and complete facilities makes Kaprun one of the region's most well-rounded destinations.
Who is Kaprun for
Kaprun is an all-rounder. Families benefit from the family mountain by the village and the manageable scale; beginners find their practice terrain without travelling first. Advanced skiers and snow obsessives pick Kaprun for the glacier, especially early and late in the season.
Party-focused visitors are better served in the bigger après-ski resorts, although the village has enough bars for a good night out. With 20 accommodations and prices from 694 euros per person the choice is wide, from apartments to well-kept hotels, in a mid-range price bracket for Austria.
Practical: getting there and booking
You reach Kaprun from the Netherlands or Belgium in one long day's drive, usually via Munich or Salzburg; the final kilometres through the Salzach valley are flat and easy. The nearest railway station is Zell am See, with a bus link to Kaprun.
With us you book from 20 accommodations starting at 694 euros per person. Kaprun is in demand all season; for February and Christmas, book months ahead. Smart windows are January and late March, when the glacier is still in full swing and prices drop.
Kaprun on the map
FAQ about Kaprun
How much piste can you ski from Kaprun?
From Kaprun you reach the Zell am See - Kaprun ski area with around 218 km of marked pistes and 49 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Kaprun cost?
Accommodations in Kaprun start from around €706 per person; Nivosola compares 24, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Kaprun?
Yes. Recent winters in Zell am See - Kaprun reached a maximum snow depth of around 141 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high is Kaprun's ski area?
The terrain runs from 878 metres in the valley to 3071 metres on the Kitzsteinhorn. That high glacier section makes Kaprun one of Austria's most snow-sure destinations.
Is Kaprun suitable for beginners?
Yes, the family mountain right by the village has wide, calm practice terrain and the ski schools are geared towards families. As a beginner you do not need to bus to another village first.
How busy does Kaprun get?
Kaprun is lively but not overrun; crowds concentrate at the glacier lift in holiday weeks, especially on days when snow is scarce elsewhere. Starting early, or warming up on the village mountain, largely avoids that.
Which village in the region is a good alternative?
Zell am See is the obvious alternative: slightly bigger and livelier, on the lake, with the Schmittenhöhe as its home mountain. For more quiet and lower prices, look at Bruck or Fusch, both a short drive away.