Kaprun is a town south-west of Salzburg in the Austrian Alps.
It sits at the foot of the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier and is situated close to the central mountain
range of the Alps, within the National Park Hohe Tauern.
Kaprun is a famous skiing area and is easily accessible from neighbouring Zell am See.
Apart from skiing, the town is also well known for its local dam including a major reservoir.
The highest mountain of Kaprun is the Großes Wiesbachhorn at 3,570 metres, one of Austria′s
highest mountains.
Before we get into the top 10 things to do in Kaprun, we’ve included links in the description
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10) At number 10 is Burg Kapron (Kaprun Castle)
The castle sits majestically above Kaprun and still radiates the atmosphere of the original
fortress.
According to historians, Kaprun Castle was built in the 12th century as a retreat, fortress
and residence for noble families.
The historical attraction also hosts medieval fairs, festivals, concerts and guided tours.
Kaprun Castle is still a stately building today and takes beholders and visitors back
to bygone times.
9) Number 9 is The Thermal Springs & Wellness Resort TAUERN SPA
Tauern Spa Kaprun offers a panoramic view of the impressive mountains of the Hohe Tauern
National Park.
This giant spa, spanning over 20,000 square meters boasts indoor and outdoor pools, inviting
saunas and steam rooms and a number of restaurants and bars.
Soak and swim in a choice of 11 pools which are great for any weather condition.
The Children's SPA, Kidstein, is packed with aqua-adventure options, from a tube slide
to a grotto, a sand play area with cranes, a climbing wall and even a karaoke room.
8) At number 8 are the high mountain reservoirs in Kaprun
In the midst of the Upper Tauern lie the Kaprun high mountain reservoirs, including the two
reservoirs "Wasserfallboden" and "Mooserboden", at about 2,040 metres above sea level.
Taking an elevator to get to the upper reservoir you pass by the lower one and watch the picturesque
views all the way.
The Moosersperre dam towers 107 m almost straight up and at the same time curves across a width
of 494 m between the rocks.
With a dam tour visitors can get to know the inner workings of this amazing structure.
Tickets for individual bookings are available at the cash desk in the valley or directly
at the Mooserboden kiosk.
7) Number 7 is St.Margareta Church
St. Margareta is a beautiful church set in an elevated position overlooking Kaprun, offering
some fantastic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Inside it is immaculately kept in the Austrian style and as you enter there is evidence of
its WW2 heritage which history lovers will find very interesting.
6) At number 6 is Kaprun Museum The Kaprun Museum occupies 140 m2 of the first
and second floor of the 400 year old Steiner farm and is an important and permanent feature
in the area.
The history of Kaprun is almost 4.000 years old and visitors to the museum can admire
archaeological finds of the first settlements and other special exhibitions.
5) Number 5 is Sigmund-Thun-Klamm gorge
As much as 32 meters deep and running 320 meters long through the Sigmund-Thun Gorge,
the Kaprun Stream has left its mark on the rocky riverbanks, smoothing some rock surfaces
and etching whirlpools and deep holes into others.
This unique gorge is open from May to September and visitors can move along narrow rock faces,
across wooden catwalks and numerous other bridges to admire the impressive scenery.
Once you make it through the raging gorge, you reach a platform that reveals a view of
the stunning Gorge Lake.
4) At number 4 is the Oldtimer Museum (Vötter's)
Discover different car types, motorcycles, tractors and rarities in the Oldtimer Museum.
The passionate vehicle enthusiast and proprietor has created a magnificent world of technology
in the Vötter's Vehicle Museum in Kaprun.
The collection includes a variety of models from a BMW Isetta to the Messerschmitt cabin
scooter.
Many of the vehicles exhibited drove on the nearby Grossglockner High Alpine Road and
still do so every now and then to this day.
3) Number 3 is Lake Zell
Lake Zell is a freshwater lake in the Austrian Alps.
The water is crystal clear as it’s fed from the mountains.
The lake is 4 kilometres long and 1.5 kilometres wide and up to 73 metres deep in places.
Paths around the lake are great for pedestrians and cyclists and there are plenty of benches
for visitors.
Many water sports such as sailing, water-skiing and stand-up paddling provide hours of enjoyment.
2) At number 2 is Gipfelwelt 3000
High above, at 3.029 metres above sea level and directly at the border to the Hohe Tauern
National Park, you can feel alpine nature with all your senses.
Take an amazing journey up in comfortable cable cars to reach stunning views at the
top.
The Gipfelwelt 3000 is a popular excursion destination all year round with the views
from the viewing platforms described as marvellous.
1) And at number 1 is the Pinzgauer Lokalbahn
For more than 120 years, the Pinzgauer Lokalbahn, a narrow-gauge railway, has provided a connection
between the communities of the Upper Salzach Valley on the edge of the biggest nature sanctuary
in the Eastern Alps.
Now trains run hourly along the 53 km line between Zell am See and Krimml.
Aboard the vintage steam and diesel powered trains, visitors are able to enjoy a scenic,
unforgettable journey through the wonderful Pinzgau countryside.
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