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Enjoy a fine hotel while you explore the mountains and lakes around Zell am See
Take a gondola ride to the Schmittenhöhe, where you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view of peaks.
Summit the Schwalbenwand and the Maishofner Hausberg, offering breathtaking views of the Hohe Tauern and the Steinerne Meer.
Savour the picturesque mountain scenery of Pinzgau, with its snow-capped peaks, colorful alpine meadows, and the serene Lake Zell.
Stay at the charming Schloss Kammer Hotel, a renovated four-star hotel.
For those looking to indulge, the hiking region of Pinzgau is ideal. Do you want balance between a hiking experience and enjoyable relaxation? No problem! The mountain pastures, the craggy peaks and countless 3,000 metre summits contrast with the tranquil, crystal-clear lake Zell and the rustic mountain sauna with its own swimming pond in the Schloss Kammer. A symphony to the senses and true to our special tour section: hiking with charm!
Breathtaking views are all around! Whether on the mountain trail in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, on the Schmittenhöhe or in the Schwalbenwand, the snow-capped peaks, colourful alpine meadows and lake Zell, the landscape will amaze! Pinzgauer delicacies also await you in the alpine huts. Whether you sample Kasnockn, Edelbrände or a hearty jause you will definitely enjoy it!
After your arrival in Maishofen, also known as the ‘castle village’, you start your seven-day hiking tour. Over the following days you will hike through dreamlike mountain scenery with unforgettable views – on average 10 kilometres per day. The route leads over alpine trails and well-developed secondary forest roads. Day 4 and 5 require a bit more fitness – that’s when the Pinzgau Kasnockn taste better after a hike.
On this tour you can enjoy the full service of an individual active holiday while staying in very special accommodation with that extra something in the best location. That means you can look forward to luxury furnishings and decor in the local style, as well as cuisine at the highest level. Many of our hotels with charm also offer large pools and a wellness area where you can relax after a lovely day of hiking.
For those looking to indulge, the hiking region of Pinzgau is ideal. Do you want balance between a hiking experience and enjoyable relaxation? No problem! The mountain pastures, the craggy peaks and countless 3,000 metre summits contrast with the tranquil, crystal-clear lake Zell and the rustic mountain sauna with its own swimming pond in the Schloss Kammer. A symphony to the senses and true to our special tour section: hiking with charm!
Breathtaking views are all around! Whether on the mountain trail in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, on the Schmittenhöhe or in the Schwalbenwand, the snow-capped peaks, colourful alpine meadows and lake Zell, the landscape will amaze! Pinzgauer delicacies also await you in the alpine huts. Whether you sample Kasnockn, Edelbrände or a hearty jause you will definitely enjoy it!
After your arrival in Maishofen, also known as the ‘castle village’, you start your seven-day hiking tour. Over the following days you will hike through dreamlike mountain scenery with unforgettable views – on average 10 kilometres per day. The route leads over alpine trails and well-developed secondary forest roads. Day 4 and 5 require a bit more fitness – that’s when the Pinzgau Kasnockn taste better after a hike.
On this tour you can enjoy the full service of an individual active holiday while staying in very special accommodation with that extra something in the best location. That means you can look forward to luxury furnishings and decor in the local style, as well as cuisine at the highest level. Many of our hotels with charm also offer large pools and a wellness area where you can relax after a lovely day of hiking.
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Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival to Maishofen
Settle into your accommodation at Maishofen to start your journey.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Maishofen
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Loop tour lake Zell
Via Maishofen´s ridgeway you walk to mountain guesthouse Mitterberghof, where the comfortable sun terrace is inviting for a break. Enjoy the wonderful panorama view onto the surrounding mountains. Your way leads you downhill to Thumersbach past the Hubertus chapel and on along lake Zell, where a visit to the lido attracts. Via Mayerhofen and the Steinberg mountain you return to the palace Kammer.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Maishofen
Distance: 4 hours, 12 km distance, 450 m ascent, 450 m descent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3 Loop tour Lindling alp & Saal alp
By bus from the centre of Maishofen to ‘Sportregion Saalbach’. From Hinterglemm Mitterlengau a beautiful hike leads into the end of the valley. About the Forsthof alp leads the circular route to Saal alp and continue to Lindling alp, via a suspension bridge to the Baumwipfelweg. Return journey by bus to Maishofen.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Maishofen
Distance: 4 hours, 10 km distance, 450 m ascent, 450 m descent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 4 Loop tour Schmittenhöhe
Journey by bus to Zell am See, your goal is the mountain railway Schmittenbahn. By enclosure you reach the peak of mountain Schmittenhöhe at 1,965m. Enjoy the unique view onto lake Zell as well as an impressing panorama view onto numerous 3,000m peaks. After the visit to Elisabeth chapel you walk down into the valley, first you reach mountain Sonnkogel, then Sonn alp and finally Zell am See. Take your time for a stroll through the city. You return by bus to Maishofen.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Maishofen
Distance: 3.5 hours, 9 km distance, 10 m ascent, 990 m descent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 5 Loop tour mountain Schwalbenwand
Directly from Kammer palace you enter your ‘royal stage’ onto mountain Schwalbenwand, Maishofen´s local mountain (2,011m). Along varied trails you first walk to the peak in Maishofen, and a little later you can also reach the plateau of mountain Schwalbenwand if you want. It is well worth the effort and you will be rewarded with a unique panoramic view onto the snow-covered peaks of Hohe Tauern, the Steinerne Meer and the local grassy mountains. You return via Kammeregg alp where you recharge your batteries with a glass of cider and a bacon sandwich.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Maishofen
Distance: 5.5 hours, 14 km distance, 1,200 m ascent, 1,200 m descent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 6 Loop tour Neunbrünner Höhenweg
A leisurely tour at the end of your hiking week in Maishofen. Follow the young Saalach to Ratzenstein-Höhe on the Stammgäste-Weg. A forested mountain range continues to Neunbrunnen and down to the idyllic Waldsee, on whose banks it is worth resting. Back you hike comfortably across the fields and meadows to Schloss Kammer.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Maishofen
Distance: 3.5 hours, 9 km distance, 200 m ascent, 200 m descent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 7 Departure or extension
Depart after breakfast.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour Price and Dates
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need. The departures are available every day.2025 Departures: The departures are available daily, from May 17th to September 21st, 2025.
- Single room: from EUR1018*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR869*
Accommodation on Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour
This tour is based in one hotel. Hotels on this trip is 4-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour?
Meals
6 breakfasts and 6 dinners are included, as well as 2 walking snacks and 1 liquor tasting in historic cellar at Kammer palace.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transfers on this tour are not included. 4 dayhikes might require public transport rides (approx. EUR 15 per person).
Also Included
- Welcome briefing incl. welcome drink (German, English)
- 1 Liquor tasting in historic cellar at Kammer palace
- 1 Snack at Kammeregg-Alp (bread with bacon and a glass of Most (cider- special drink in Austria)
- Use of all facilities at Kammer palace (swimming pond, sauna, spa,…)
- 1 Voucher for solarium
- 1 Voucher for infra-red sauna
- Entry for the lake resort Maishofen/ lake Zell
- 1 Ascent fare by cable car Schmittenbahn
- Carefully elaborated route description
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- Service-Hotline
Not included
- Flights and transfers to and from the trailhead
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Transfers to and from the trailhead
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- How hard is the Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Austria?
- Are meals included on the Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Maishofen to start this tour?
- Is the Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour in English?
- Can I bring my dog on the Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour?
- Where does the Zell am See Scenic Walking Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Austria?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Austria?
We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. You walk on well-maintained walking paths and lovely trails with view onto the impressing mountain world of this region, and in parts on side roads and forest tracks. The daily tours can be managed with good health. Only the climb up to Schwalbenwand mountain and the descent from the Schmittenhöhe require some stamina.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts and 6 dinners are included, as well as 2 walking snacks and 1 liquor tasting in historic cellar at Kammer palace.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into Salzburg International Airport (SZG). You can also fly into Munich. Later, take a train to Zell am See, change to Bus or Taxi to Maishofen to Palace Kammer, costs approx. EUR 15 per fare, duration approx. 15 min.
Yes, the tour description is in English.
Yes, the tour is dog-friendly.
The tour ends where it starts, in Maishofen.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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