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Municipality in Salzburg, Austria
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Zell am See is an alpine city in the Zell Valley in Salzburg, Austria, and the capital of its own administrative district. Its name refers to the 68 m deep lake (See in German) with which it shares the valley. Zell am See is an important tourist hub owing to its airport, and makes up the majority of the Zell am See-Kaprun ski area.
One of Zell am See's 2 Irish bars- not huge in size but makes up for it in atmosphere, with some events e.g. quiz arranged most nights of the week. If you don't like smoky bars, it's also the only smoke-free joint in the town.
Located right next to the towncenter close to the lake and the skilifts.
Located right next to the ski slope in Zell am See. New Spa with heated outdoor pool. Close to the center.
Located right next to the ski slope in Zell am See. Close to the center.
Very nice high standard hotel, split across road going up to ski centre. Has outdoor swimming pool (open in winter too), sauna, steam room and spa bath. Restaurant has excellent food.
High standard hotel, very close to Waldhof. Wireless internet throughout costs €20 per week. Swimming pool/spa area. Avoid rooms on first floor. The hotel is popular with families. Has its own bus stop in front of the hotel.
Steinerwirt is located in the center of Zell am See and features 28 rooms with minimalistic design, free internet access in the room, and a very good restaurant with typical Austrian cuisine and a fantastic wine selection. Ask for a tour of the 600 year-old wine cellar!
Irish owned Self-catering apartments in the centre of the town. Prices vary depending on time of year, 1 bed apartment that sleeps 4 can be got for €600 p.w. during the 2012 peak season.
By plane
The Zell am See Airport is ca. 3.5 km south of the city, and on a walking distance from the {{station|Bruckberg im Pinzgau}} railway station.
By car
Zell am See can be reached over the road, but it is not recommendable because parking space is scarce and expensive in and around the city.
If you are skiing, the Postbus service is free with your lift pass. This links the town with the ski station and other areas, such as Kaprun. Routes start at the Postplatz bus station in the centre of town.
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