Kaprun holidays

Kaprun's nearest beaches are on Lake Zell - one of the most beautiful lakes in Europe. Seespitz Lido sits on the southern bank of Lake Zell, and is generally quiet but great for families. There's a small stretch of sand, a diving board, playground, waterslide, fountains, tennis court and water sports.

Zell am See Lido is the biggest on the lake. It comes with a minigolf course, boat hire, café, waterslide and diving platform.

From June to September, Kaprun holds a Genuss market at Salzburger Platz in the evenings. It's the perfect place to nab a bargain souvenir, and you can sample regional produce like bacon, honey, cheese and schnapps.

Kaprun has a small collection of shops to browse, including a traditional Austrian dress shop and a big fashion and sports shop that sells casual clothing and sportswear.

Take an evening stroll and soak up Kaprun's picturesque scenery.

For a livelier evening, pop into the centre of town and have a couple of tasty cocktails at one of the friendly bars. Or if you're feeling particularly adventurous, head over to nearby Zell am See.

Kaprun has everything from traditional pubs to modern Austrian coffee houses, all with top-class hospitality. Restaurants, bars and cafés are dotted around, and you'll find a good choice down by the river.

For a true taste of Austria, visit one of the rustic inns in the mountains. To take just one, Alpengasthaus Glocknerblick is a homely hut with amazing views of the mountains and the valley. The strudel is highly recommended.

The local service is excellent and runs regularly to Zell am See and the Kitzsteinhorn glacier.

From neighbouring Zell am See, you can take leisurely boat rides out over the lake. A back-and-forth crossing service runs to Thummersbach, or there's a round trip service that stops at six locations on the way.

Nearby lifts run throughout the summer to whisk you up to Maiskogel and the Kitzsteinhorn glacier. And you can get free access to lots of them with a Zell am See-Kaprun summer card.

The nearest station is in Zell am See, where you can hop on a train to Kitzbühel. If you're hoping for a journey with beautiful views, the Pingzau Bahn train to Mittersil is ideal.

The town is ideal for exploring on foot, so you can take your time and admire the beautiful medieval architecture. Outside town, you can explore trails all over the Hohe Tauern National Park.

Kaprun is nestled in the Hohe Tauern National Park and there are lots of riverside paths and meadow trails, all with incredible views of the park and mountains.

Hop on the hiking bus to the Maiskogel Alm and look for signs for the Unterberg Alm. A 30-minute walk will bring you around the back of the Maiskogel to a small mountain hut where you can buy homemade cheeses and local meats. Stop here to take in the wonderful views of Kaprun and Lake Zell, and then follow the same path back.

Visit the Hohe Tauern National Park and explore the Emerald Path. Branching off from the wide road just after the Habachtal car park in Bramberg, the trail leads alongside the splashing waters of the Habach. Across the bridge over the stream, the Emerald Path ambles past natural springs.