Kaprun, Austria is a minuscule alpine town in the district of Zell am See in the state of Salzburg in Austria, at the foot of the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier. It is a winter sports center with a population of 3108.
Verdant green in summer and pristine white in winter both aspects of Kaprun, Austria are hauntingly beautiful. In the summertime, the lake is utilized for sailing, swimming, and other water-based pastimes and the mountains furnish a superior background in which to relish the town and the lake. In winter, the lake, in its frozen state, is also used for curling, etc. and once the ice is adequate, you can walk across to the little village of Thumersbach about the end of January.
Location – The coordinates are: 47°16’21N, 12°45’34E.
Reaching there – Kaprun, Austria can be easily reached by car or train from Zell am See.
Sightseeing – Kaprun, Austria is mainly a winter sports resort, however, the nearby town of Zell am See offers an interesting historical aspect and natural vantage points. The Mooserboden hydroelectric plant reservoir area is a tourist attraction, giving dramatic views over the towns of Kaprun and Zell am See. Several guided tours of the area are offered by the visitors center.
Accommodations – Accommodations in Kaprun, Austria offer a wide economic range to the ski enthusiast visiting it.
Kaprun is a popular tourist destination for families, hikers, skiers, and all those who wish to practice sports or relax surrounded by a wonderful landscape.
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