Golf holidays in Austria
Where mountains meet the fairway
Picture the scene: you step up to the tee, the Kitzsteinhorn glacier towers ahead of you, and the morning sun catches the surface of Lake Zell to your right. This is what golf holidays in Austria feel like – a game surrounded by a scenery that is truly unique.
The Zell am See-Kaprun region in the heart of the Salzburg Alps is home to one of the largest and most highly regarded golf facilities in the Austrian Alps. With 36 championship holes spread across two courses and a mountain backdrop that turns every round into something special, it is little wonder that golfers from across Europe return here year after year. Whether you are working on your handicap or simply looking for a memorable round on summer holidays in the Austrian Alps, this is a destination that delivers.
Two championship golf courses in Austria
The Zell am See-Kaprun golf club holds Leading Golf Course status – a mark of quality reserved for Austria’s finest facilities. Both 18-hole courses sit on flat, park-like terrain laced with natural biotopes, reed-fringed lakes and strategically placed bunkers. A special bonus: your four-legged friends are welcome on the course, too.
The Kitzsteinhorn course
Arranged by golf architect Don Harradine and nestled in the wide, sunny Salzach Valley with the glacier seemingly within arm’s reach, the Kitzsteinhorn course offers generous fairways and large, well-maintained greens. Do not be fooled by the inviting layout: cleverly positioned doglegs and water hazards demand both technique and tactical thinking. It is the kind of course that rewards a thoughtful game.
The Schmittenhöhe course
The more demanding of the two, the Schmittenhöhe course makes its intentions clear from the outset. Already the second hole demands concentration and real skill, setting the tone for a challenging but hugely rewarding round. Reed-fringed lakes, natural biotopes and slightly elevated greens make this a favourite among ambitious golfers looking for a sporting test with stunning views of the Schmittenhöhe.
More than golf – a complete alpine holiday
On a golf holiday in Austria in Zell am See-Kaprun, your days do not have to revolve around golf alone – though they certainly can.
Spend an afternoon hiking in Kaprun through the Hohe Tauern National Park or explore the region on two wheels with world-class cycling and mountain biking trails right on your doorstep. If you visit in spring, there is even the chance to combine golf and skiing on the same day: tee off in the morning, then head up to the Kitzsteinhorn in the Kaprun ski area for a few afternoon runs on the glacier on guaranteed snow – a combination that is unique to this part of the Alps.
The Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card, included with your stay, gives you free access to cable cars, local buses and a host of attractions across the region, making it easy to fill your non-golfing hours with unforgettable experiences. And if you are travelling with a non-golfing partner, the region offers more than enough to keep everyone happy – from wellness enjoyments in our spa hotel in the Austrian Alps to lakeside walks and tandem paragliding in Salzburg over the valley.
Your golf experience in Kaprun
DAS ALPENHAUS KAPRUN sits just minutes from the first tee, making it the ideal base for your next golf break. As a 4-star golf hotel in Austria, it combines a prime location with everything you need to unwind after a day on the course.
Return from your round and head straight to the ALPEN.VEDA.SPA in Kaprun in our wellness hotel in Salzburg – a 1,000 m² wellness area where you can relax in the outdoor pool, treat tired muscles to a revitalising massage or simply let the day’s best shots replay in your mind.
The dedicated ALPEN.GOLF package, with half-board and included green fees, takes the hassle out of organising your trip. In the evening, savour regional culinary highlights and round off the day with a glass of wine on the terrace.
We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable holiday in Kaprun between lake, glacier and championship greens.
Your host Tina Maria Verdi
