"Charter from Prague, family of 7 with 7 ski bags. One Vito took it all. In Kaprun by 10:45."
SZG → Kaprun
Ski Transfer · 85 km · 60 min
From airport to glacier in one hour – ski bags in the Vito, not on your lap.
Zell am See–Kaprun is one of the few places in Europe where you can ski powder in May – thanks to the Kitzsteinhorn glacier at 3,029 m. We take you there via A10 and B311, with winter tyres, ski-boot cradles and a chauffeur who knows the Schmittenhöhe climb in snow with his eyes closed.
The route
Along the A10 Tauern motorway, past Bischofshofen, into the Pinzgau valley.
Salzburg–Zell am See is one of Austria's most beautiful winter routes. We take the A10 south to Bischofshofen, switch onto the B311 and follow the Saalach valley to Zell am See. The final 12 km from Maishofen are spectacular – Schmittenhöhe on the left, Lake Zell on the right, the Hohe Tauern straight ahead.
On snowfall we adjust the routing: instead of the direct A10 we take the B159 via Hallein and Golling, which sees fewer HGV closures. In April 2024 we hit three weekend A10 closures in a row for avalanche risk in the Lieser tunnel – every time the alternative got us in on schedule.
The destination isn't always "Zell am See town". Many families head straight to the Kitzsteinhorn car park at Kaprun (3 km further south) or to hotels in Schüttdorf, Maishofen or on the lakeshore. We know the area inch by inch and deliver you to the hotel door, not "nearby".
Flat rates · 2025/2026 season
Salzburg ↔ Zell am See / Kaprun
| Vehicle | Passengers | Flat rate from |
|---|---|---|
| Salzburg City → Zell am See (E-Class) | 1–3 | €180 flat |
| Salzburg City → Zell am See (V-Class) | 1–7 | €220 flat |
| SZG Airport → Zell am See (Vito) | 1–8 | €220 flat |
| SZG Airport → Kaprun (Vito) | 1–8 | €240 flat |
| MUC Airport → Zell am See (Vito) | 1–8 | €380 flat |
Flat rate includes tolls, parking, ski-boot cradles, snow-chain service if required, 30 min waiting, VAT. Early bird 5% until 30 September.
Arrival at the resort
What awaits you in Zell am See
Kitzsteinhorn 3,029 m
Glacier skiing into May, park & pipe for boarders.
Schmittenhöhe
77 km of piste, all 5 stars of the Schmittenhöhe ski school.
Lake Zell
Year-round lake at 750 m, swimming in summer.
Ski region link-up
"Alpin Card" links you to Saalbach (+200 km piste).
Restaurant recommendation
We're happy to reserve: Mayer's Schlosshotel (starred kitchen).
Photo stop viewpoint
Free photo stop on the B311 before Maishofen.
From the Pinzgau specialist
"In winter the last stretch to Kaprun isn't a stroll – but there's a trick."
K
Klaus M.
Pinzgau chauffeur · since 2017
The last 3 km from Zell am See to Kaprun runs through the Salzach valley with two bridges that regularly ice over in winter. Many rental drivers lose traction here, especially on under-spec tyres. We drive this stretch on average twelve times a week between December and March – I know every braking point in advance.
My tip: when a rental convoy in front slows, we keep 100 m back and use the lane-choice reserve. V-Class and Vito carry AWD, E-Class is rear-wheel with ESP+. On ÖAMTC black-ice warnings we switch to the B311 detour around Bruck-Fusch, 5 minutes longer but continuously gritted.
What that means for you as a guest: punctual arrival. 96% of our Zell am See pickups reach the hotel within 5 minutes of the promised time – even in blizzards. When that doesn't work (rare, about four times per season), we cover the cost: no waiting fee, plus a voucher for the next ride.
Zell am See guests
Reviews from Schmittenhöhe & Kitzsteinhorn
"May ski tour on the Kitzsteinhorn, impossible anywhere else. Klaus knew the glacier-lift parking rules."
Salzburg → Kaprun
"Travelled with our dog to Zell. Blanket, water bowl ready. Rarely felt so relaxed on the road."
Salzburg → Zell am See
Zell am See FAQ
Common questions
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WhatsAppWhich hotel drop-offs do you serve?+
All resort hotels in Zell, Kaprun, Schüttdorf, Maishofen and Saalfelden. Popular: Salzburgerhof, Grand Hotel Zell, Tauern Spa Kaprun, Schlosshotel Kaprun.
Can we stop at a ski rental on the way?+
Yes – popular: Intersport Bründl in Kaprun (right at the glacier lift), Sport 2000 Schmittenhöhe. 30 min standby free.
When should I book for Kitzsteinhorn ski tours?+
May ski tours are very popular – book 14 days ahead. We know parking at the glacier lift and exactly where we may wait.
Which Alpin Card options are there?+
Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Leogang-Fieberbrunn link to the Alpin Card. We can drive you to Saalbach for a day (+40 min), flat rate +€60.
Do you also offer summer transfers?+
Yes, year-round. Lake Zell in summer is a top family destination. Swimming, sailing, SUP. Flat rates the same as in winter.
How does the snow-chain strategy work?+
When the chain-required sign appears (yellow boards on B311 or L289) the chauffeur fits Ö-Norm chains. 8-minute fit time, no charge.
Can you take my ski bags straight to the hotel's ski room?+
Yes – the chauffeur carries gear to the ski room entrance. At concierge-staffed hotels we coordinate so the gear is labelled with your name.
What if my flight arrives at 23:00?+
Night surcharge +15%, but we're available. The A10 at night is often faster than by day – average drive time 50 min.
Do you accept tour-operator bookings?+
Yes – direct contracts with TUI, Crystal Ski, Inghams, Esquire Ski, Iglu Ski. Show the voucher on arrival.
Is there an early-bird discount?+
5% on bookings until 30 September for the next season. Free cancellation up to 7 days before arrival.
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