Zell am See-Kaprun summer card
Your free ticket for mountain railways, boat rides, beach resorts, and more
The Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card is included free of charge for guests staying at AlpenParks resorts in Zell am See-Kaprun. You’ll receive your personal card at our front desk starting on your first night’s stay, and between May 15 and October 31, you can use it to access mountain railways, boat tours on Lake Zell, beach resorts, the indoor pool, and 18 premium attractions—all at no extra cost. A family of four can save up to 500 euros per week of vacation—at no extra cost and without the hassle of multi-day tickets.
One card, the entire region
Nestled between the turquoise-blue Lake Zell, the Kitzsteinhorn glacier at over 3,000 meters, and the high-altitude reservoirs of Kaprun lies one of Austria’s most diverse vacation regions. The Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card captures exactly what makes this region special: mountain adventures, water fun, and culture all in one ticket.
Instead of buying individual tickets at every mountain railway, every beach, and every museum, just pull a card out of your pocket—that’s it. The card works both as a paper version and digitally in the Zell am See-Kaprun app, so you can conveniently carry it with you on your smartphone.
What is included in the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card?
The summer brochure distinguishes between premium partners offering free admission and bonus partners offering discounts. Together, they provide over 40 ways to plan your vacation.
Premium partner
- Use of all open cable cars on the Kitzsteinhorn (except the 3K K-onnection)
- Mountain railway rides to the Schmitten in Zell am See
- Mountain railway rides to the Maiskogel in Kaprun
- Free use of the boat service on Lake Zell
- Transportation to and from the Kaprun high-altitude reservoirs
- Free admission to the Sigmund Thun Gorge
- Free admission to the Zell am See indoor pool (excluding the sauna)
- Free admission to the three beach resorts on Lake Zell
- Free admission to the Hohe Tauern National Park Worlds in Mittersill
- Free admission to the Zell am See Ski Museum at the Sportresort Alpenblick
- Free admission to the Kaprun Museum & Vogtturm Museum
- Free admission to the Seisenberg Gorge
- Free admission to Kitzloch Gorge
- Free admission to Vorderkaser Gorge
- Free admission to the Leogang Show Mine
- Free admission to the Ritzen Castle Museum in Saalfelden
- and much more!
Bonus partner
- Discount on rides on the slow train in Zell am See
- Discount on rides with the 3K K-onnection
- Discount at the Casino Zell am See
- Discounts at the Water Wonder Worlds Krimml
- Reduction on excursions with Vorderegger Reisen
- Discount on a guided tour of the dam wall at the high mountain reservoirs
- Discount on rides on the new electric boat
- Reduced admission Ferleiten wildlife and leisure park
- Discount on bike rental from Intersport Bründl Kaprun
- Reduced cinema ticket at Dieselkino Bruck/Großglocknerstraße
- Reduced admission to the Wolferlgut mini golf course in Bruck
- Reduced ticket for the Grossglockner High Alpine Road
- Discount on a guided 3,000-meter summit tour on the Kitzsteinhorn
- Discount on Falken Air tandem paragliding
- Systema Golf Academy - Introductory Golf Course in Zell am See
- And much more!
Reward for eco-friendly travel – the Guest Mobility Ticket
In addition to the Summer Card, as a guest you will automatically receive the Guest Mobility Ticket. This allows you to use all public transportation in the Pinzgau region—including Postbuses and the Pinzgauer Lokalbahn—free of charge throughout your stay.
This makes traveling by train particularly appealing: From the Zell am See train station, you can reach every valley station without a car.
Validity & Seasonal Policies
Early and late season (May 15 – July 14 and September 16 – October 31) The pass is valid for the entire day on the day of arrival. All included services can be used without restriction from the very first hour of your stay.
High season (July 15 – September 15) Two restrictions apply during this period:
- The card is valid on the day of arrival only from 3:00 PM.
- Four top attractions are only available starting on the second day of your stay: the Schmittenhöhe summit ride (with trassXpress), the summit cable car and Gletscherjet 3+4 on the Kitzsteinhorn from the Alpincenter, a round-trip cruise on the MS Schmittenhöhe (once per day), and the Kaprun high-altitude reservoirs.
All other mountain railways, swimming pools, gorges, and museums are available for unlimited use starting on the day of arrival, even during peak season. Ski lifts and special tours are generally not included.
You can find more information hereFrequently Asked Questions About the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card
How much does the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card cost?
The Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card is included free of charge for guests staying at AlpenParks. It cannot be purchased separately but is issued exclusively to overnight guests. You will receive your personal card directly at the front desk starting on your first night’s stay.
Where can I get the summer pass, and when does it become valid?
You will receive the Summer Card at check-in at the reception desk. The card is valid throughout your stay from May 15 to October 31. From May 15 to July 14 and from September 16 to October 31, you can use the card all day on your arrival date. During the peak summer season (July 15 through September 15), it is valid on the day of arrival only starting at 3:00 PM.
Is the ride up to Schmittenhöhe included?
Yes, the ride up the Schmittenhöhebahn to Zell am See’s local mountain is included in the summer pass. However, from July 15 to September 15, the trip to the summit via the Schmittenhöhebahn and trassXpress is only available starting on the second day of your stay. This restriction does not apply during the early and late seasons (May 15–July 14 and September 16–October 31).
Can I use the summer pass to go up the Kitzsteinhorn?
Yes, the ascent to the Kitzsteinhorn in Kaprun is included in the summer pass—with two exceptions: The 3K K-onnection is not included (though a discount is available), and the ski lifts on the glacier are excluded. From July 15 to September 15, the Gipfelbahn and the Gletscherjet 3+4 from the Alpincenter can only be used starting on the second day of your stay.
Are the high-altitude reservoirs in Kaprun included in the summer pass?
Yes, transportation to and from the Kaprun high-altitude reservoirs (by bus, funicular, and bus to Mooserboden) is included in the summer pass. During the peak summer season (July 15–September 15), this service is available starting on the second day of your stay. A discount is available for the dam tour.
Can I use public transportation with the Summer Pass?
Yes. As a guest at a Summer Card partner accommodation you will automatically receive the Guest Mobility Ticket. This allows you to use all public transportation in the Pinzgau region (Postbuses, Pinzgauer Lokalbahn) free of charge. This makes traveling by train an especially attractive, eco-friendly option.
Is the summer menu also available digitally on a smartphone?
Yes, the summer pass is also available digitally in the Zell am See-Kaprun app. You can either scan the paper pass you received at the front desk using the app or request a digital version directly when you check in. The digital pass works at all turnstiles for the mountain railways and attractions.
Do children also get a summer pass?
Yes, every guest receives a personalized summer card—including children. For children 5 and under, the card is completely free. For children 6 and older and adults, the fee is already included in the room rate and does not require an additional payment.
What can I do with the Summer Pass if the weather is bad?
Even when it rains, the Summer Card offers plenty of indoor options: free admission to the Zell am See Indoor Pool, the Ski Museum, the Kaprun Museum, the Vogtturm Museum, and the Hohe Tauern National Park Worlds in Mittersill. Discounted admission is available at the Casino Zell am See, Vötter’s Oldtimer Museum, and the Diesel Cinema in Bruck. The TAUERN SPA Zell am See-Kaprun also offers summer wellness benefits for Summer Card holders.
What are the restrictions on the summer card?
The following special rules apply from July 15 through September 15: The card is valid on the day of arrival only from 3:00 p.m. onward, and four top attractions (Schmittenhöhe summit ride, Kitzsteinhorn summit from the Alpincenter, boat tour on Lake Zell, Kaprun high-altitude reservoirs) can only be used starting on the second day of your stay. Ski lifts and special rides are generally excluded. The mountain railways can only be used without winter sports equipment.
How much can I save with the Summer Pass?
A family of four can save up to 500 euros during a week-long vacation with the Summer Card—the cable car rides to Schmittenhöhe and Kitzsteinhorn alone would cost about 50 euros per adult without the card. In addition, the card includes admission to outdoor and indoor swimming pools, museums, and gorges, as well as free use of the boat service and public transportation.
Can I use public transportation with the Summer Pass?
Yes. As a guest at a Summer Card partner accommodation, you will automatically receive the Guest Mobility Ticket. This allows you to use all public transportation in the Pinzgau region (Postbuses, Pinzgauer Lokalbahn) free of charge. This makes traveling by train—an eco-friendly option—particularly appealing.
Is dog transportation included?
Dog transportation is not included in the summer pass. Guests can purchase a day pass for dogs at Kitzsteinhorn, MK Maiskogelbahn, and Schmittenhöhe for an additional €8.50, or €9 for trips to the high-altitude reservoirs.
