Schmittenhöhe (Zell am See)

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🌧️Rain

Low: 8.5°C / High: 10.9°C

Wind: SSW 13 km/h

Recent Snowfall

24 hours: 5 cm

7 days: 20 cm

Snow Depth

Base: 43 cm

Season Total

20 cm

Last Updated: Apr 13, 2025View Full Report →

Rising 2,000 meters above Lake Zell, Schmittenhöhe delivers 77 kilometers of Alpine terrain for all abilities. With 27 modern lifts serving perfectly groomed runs, five signature valley descents, and eight designated ski routes, the resort combines challenging expert zones with family-friendly areas. From the steep Hochmais face to the gentle Sonnenalm zone, complemented by 100% snowmaking coverage, Schmittenhöhe offers reliable skiing from December through April.

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Schmittenhöhe Summit

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Elevation: 1951m / 6401ft

The schmittenhöhe webcam at the summit offers breathtaking 360-degree panoramas of Lake Zell and the surrounding Alps. Watch as skiers navigate the diverse terrain while taking in views stretching to the Hohe Tauern mountains.

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The resort's modern lift network features 27 primary lifts and 6 feeder lifts, including the high-speed trassXpress, areitXpress, cityXpress, zellamseeXpress, Sonnenalmbahn, and Schmittenhöhebahn. Access is convenient with three main entry points: Schüttdorf via the areitXpress, central Zell am See through multiple lifts, and Viehhofen using the zellamseeXpress, which connects to the broader Glemmtal valley.

Zell Am See Lift System

Total Ski Lifts = 28

Aerial Tram

Gondola

8-Person Chair

6-Person Chair

Quad Chair

Double Chair

T-Bar

Surface Lift

Zell Am See Resort Elevation

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

77km

47.8 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

39%

Intermediate

36%

Advanced

20%

Expert

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Location

Zell Am See Schmittenhöhe ski resort towers above the historic town of Zell am See in Austria's Salzburg region. Located at Salzachtal Bundesstraße 7, the resort rises from the western shore of Lake Zell, marking the eastern edge of the Kitzbühel Alps. The medieval base town of Zell am See (population 10,000) offers direct access to the slopes through multiple lift stations. The cityXpress and Schmittenhöhebahn lifts connect straight from the town centre, making slope access quick and convenient. Salzburg, the nearest city, is just 97km north - a 75-minute drive along scenic Alpine roads. For international visitors, Salzburg Airport provides the quickest access at 80km away, with regular winter shuttle services running to the resort. Alternative airports include Innsbruck (140km) and Munich (220km), both offering extensive flight connections.

Zell Am See

, austria

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Season Info

The winter season typically spans from early December to mid-April, with the resort's comprehensive snowmaking system ensuring reliable conditions across all 77 kilometres of trails. The north-facing slopes maintain excellent snow quality, particularly on the challenging black runs and popular intermediate sections.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/28/2024

Closing Day

4/20/2025

Days Open

144