The spectacular Zell am See district in the state of Salzburg, Austria, is home to the Hoe Tauern Mountain Range. This rugged range is part of the eastern Alps. The resort village of Kaprun is nestled at the bottom of the Kitzsteinhorn glacier, a member of the Hoe Tauern Mountains. Miles and miles of trails cover this region, and many hikers and Nordic walkers stay in Kaprun and venture on day, walking trips through the scenic mountain trails.
Walking is one of the best forms of exercise available to humans, and trekking in the fresh mountain air makes the activity all that much more appealing. A getaway in this mountain retreat can be the start of a new fitness lifestyle for those who want to get into shape and an invigorating excursion for those wanting to keep their strength up. Many cross-country skiers take up Nordic walking during the warmer months of the year.
The village of Kaprun has lodging options from cozy Bed and Breakfasts to luxurious hotels to rental cottages. After spending the day on the heights skiing, or along the mountain trails hiking or biking, visitors look forward to a hardy meal and a soft bed. Every day out around the town and the surrounding mountains is rewarding at Kaprun ski resort.
