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Luxury Ski Chalet Rentals in Kaprun
Chalets beneath the Kitzsteinhorn glacier, with Zell am See and its lake ten minutes away
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A glacier and a lake, side by side
Kaprun is a village in Salzburg Land at the foot of the Kitzsteinhorn, a glacier that rises to 3,203 metres and gives one of the longest ski seasons in Austria. Ten minutes away is Zell am See and its lake, so you can ski the glacier in the morning and walk by the water in the afternoon.
Our Kaprun collection includes 17 chalets and apartments, many with saunas and views of the Kitzsteinhorn.
Here is a guide to Kaprun and its skiing.
Kaprun at a glance
- Chalets
- 17 in Kaprun, sleeping up to 16 guests
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,200 to £1,900 a week, from around £1,000
- Ski areas
- Kitzsteinhorn glacier and Maiskogel, plus Schmittenhöhe at Zell am See
- Highlights
- Glacier skiing from autumn, and the Top of Salzburg viewing platform
- Getting there
- Salzburg airport, around an hour and a quarter away
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Chalet Maiskogel Kaprun: Spacious 5-Bedroom Mountain Chalet with Panoramic Views & Ski Access in Austrian Alps5 bedrooms
Chalet Kitzloch Kaprun: Modern 2-Bedroom Alpine Apartment with Mountain Access Facilities in Austria2 bedrooms
Chalet Talbachl Kaprun: Modern 2-Bedroom Mountain Apartment with Stunning Alpine Views & Ski Access2 bedrooms
Chalet Talboden Kaprun: Modern 2-Bedroom Mountain Apartment with Stunning Alpine Views & Premium Amenities in Austria2 bedroomsKaprun and its neighbours
Kaprun for the glacier, Zell am See for the lake and Schmittenhöhe, and Saalbach Hinterglemm nearby on the same regional pass.
A friendly village with a glacier above
Kaprun is a relaxed village with restaurants, bars and a castle, and a lift link from the village via the Maiskogel to the Kitzsteinhorn. In summer, the high mountain reservoirs above the village and the Sigmund Thun gorge make fine excursions.
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Kitzsteinhorn and Schmittenhöhe
The Kitzsteinhorn offers reliable snow from autumn into spring, with wide glacier runs, freeride terrain and the Top of Salzburg platform at around 3,000 metres. Across the valley, the Schmittenhöhe above Zell am See has scenic runs looking over the lake.
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A season that starts in autumn
Glacier skiing on the Kitzsteinhorn usually begins in the autumn, with the full season running from December to April. Our concierge can arrange transfers, ski hire, lessons and lift passes.
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Chalet Alpendorf Kaprun: Modern Alpine Apartment with Mountain Views & Ski Access in Kaprun Salzburg1 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £1,248 a week
Chalet Mooskarkopf Kaprun: Premium Alpine Apartment with Mountain Views Near Kitzsteinhorn Glacier Skiing1 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £1,248 a week
Chalet Signum Kaprun: Modern 1-Bedroom Mountain Apartment with Stunning Alpine Views & Ski Access in Austrian Alps1 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £1,248 a week
Chalet Tauernbach Kaprun: Modern 3-Bedroom Alpine Chalet with Mountain Access in Piesendorf Near Kaprun Ski Resort3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £1,213 a week
Chalet Tauern Kaprun: Stunning 3-Bedroom Mountain Chalet with Sauna & Ski Access in Austrian Alps3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £1,199 a week
Chalet Foehn Kaprun: Spectacular 4-Bedroom Alpine Farmhouse with Mountain Access & Modern Amenities in Austria4 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £1,049 a week
Chalet Sigmund Kaprun: Modern 2-Bedroom Alpine Apartment with Mountain Views & Pool Access in Austria2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £919 a weekChalet Maiskogel Kaprun: Spacious 5-Bedroom Mountain Chalet with Panoramic Views & Ski Access in Austrian Alps5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £2,781 a weekWhy book your Kaprun chalet with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right chalet in the right spot
Kaprun's chalets range from the village centre to quiet spots facing the glacier, and we know which suit skiers and families best. With 17 chalets in Kaprun, we can match the chalet to the group: on the piste for keen skiers, close to ski school for young families, catered or self-catered, and sized correctly down to the number of bunk rooms.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees, and questions about lift access, boot rooms, catering or parking go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the mountain
Airport transfers, ski hire fitted in the chalet, private instructors and guides, lift passes, mountain restaurant tables and childcare: our concierge team arranges it all before you arrive in Kaprun.
Chalets for families and large groups
Our collection includes chalets sleeping up to 16 guests, many with a chef, a spa or pool and a driver, so a group ski holiday runs smoothly from the first morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kaprun snow-sure?
Yes. The Kitzsteinhorn glacier, rising to 3,203 metres, gives Kaprun one of the longest ski seasons in Austria.
How far is Kaprun from Zell am See?
Kaprun is around ten minutes from Zell am See by road, and the two share a lift pass.
Are there chalets in Kaprun for large groups?
Yes. Our Kaprun collection includes chalets sleeping up to 16 guests. Tell us the size of your group and the dates, and we will send a shortlist of chalets that suit it.
How much does a luxury chalet in Kaprun cost?
Across our 17 chalets in Kaprun, weekly rates typically range from £1,200 to £1,900, with the most affordable from around £1,000 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with Christmas, New Year and February half term the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Kaprun?
Salzburg airport is around an hour and a quarter away by road. Zell am See has the nearest mainline railway station.
Can you arrange ski hire, lessons and lift passes in Kaprun?
Yes. Our concierge can have skis and boots fitted in the chalet, book private instructors or mountain guides, arrange lift passes and reserve tables at mountain restaurants.
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