Sightseeing in Kaprun - what to see. Complete travel guide
Kaprun is a picturesque commune in Austria known as a first-class ski resort among travelers from all over the world. Winter sports enthusiasts are attracted to these places by the glacier Kitzsteinhorn. Holidaymakers have the opportunity to enjoy their favorite winter entertainment all year round. The snow cover remains at the top of the glacier even in summer, so nothing prevents numerous tourists from enjoying skiing. The municipality of Kaprun adjoins the world famous Zell am See resort, so they are often taken as a single skiing area.
Kaprun is ready to offer fans of skiing more than 50 high-class trails, including tracks of various levels of complexity. Experienced skiers and professional athletes are attracted by … 
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Despite the fact that the main entertainment for visitors to Kaprun is skiing, fans of sightseeing tours will not be bored here as well. The municipality has some very interesting sights, … Open
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It is also should be noted that Kaprun is a regular venue for interesting sports events and festivals. In December, after the season opening, the beautiful Intersport Snowfestival is held here. For several days, Kaprun plunges into an atmosphere of fun, vacationers have an interesting entertainment program: competitions, concerts and gastronomic evenings.
The famous resort offers a choice of more than 100 hotels of various levels and thematic directions. Avenida Mountainlodges Kaprun by Alpin Rentals is still among the most popular local … Open
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Kaprun is not incredibly rich in historical landmarks, but the excursion program available to tourists is definitely not boring. There is a magnificent church with the charming old design. Don’t forget to enter the building as there are many interesting religious artifacts inside. One more wonderful landmark is located in the city’s suburbs. It is a medieval castle that was built several centuries ago. The castle is located in a picturesque area that is worth exploring as well.
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There are many interesting hiking trails in the mountain region that range in difficulty from very simple ones to quite complicated that require skill and are mostly targeted at experienced alpinists. In warmer months, vacationers also have an opportunity to try paragliding, master the basics of alpinism or explore mountain hiking trails that are unavailable in winter. Finally, the resort has a modern wellness center that is open all year round and offers a swimming pool and various types of sauna. 
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Survived castles around Kaprun
♥ Castle 'Castle Saalhof' , 10.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burgruine Weyer' Bramberg, 33.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burgruine Hieburg' Neukirchen am Großvenediger, 39.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burg Hohenwerfen' Werfen, 39.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burgruine Friedburg' Neukirchen am Großvenediger, 39.9 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Kaprun
♥ National Park 'Hohe Tauern' , 23 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Naturpark Weißbach' , 28.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Berchtesgaden' , 33.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Untersberg' , 50.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Naturpark Riedingtal' , 51 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Kaprun from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Harakiri Ski Slope
From the series “Top 13 Furious Ski Resorts and Pistes”
Check on the map: Distance from Kaprun center - 69 km.
The professionals think that literally every person with a proper level of preparation can overcome this piste. You just have to consider the right skiing technique. Today the special warning signs in different languages are placed on one of the most dangerous slopes in the world. In addition to the ski slopes, the trainers and the doctors are always on duty. It is recommended to ski on the other 'black' ski slopes of the Mayrhoven in front of the 'Harakiri' slope. …
Read further Distance from Kaprun center - 69 km.
Dachstein Sky Walk
From the series “Elegant Architectural Structures for Fans of Skywalks”
Check on the map: Distance from Kaprun center - 65.4 km.
The length of the bridge on the Dachstein glacier is 100 meters. Entrance to the attraction is completely free for children, and adults have to pay about 3 euros for a ticket. During warmer months, a special entertainment option is available for tourists. They can go down the stairs to a special observation deck with a floor and railings made of durable glass. This observation deck was fitted over a precipice. Even visitors with nerves of steel will have a lot of impressions from a walk. This observation deck is usually open in July and is available before the cold starts. …
Read further Distance from Kaprun center - 65.4 km.
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