Initially, Lake Zell was the north and south of the river Salzach, but has changed over time in swamp areas. The lake is shaped like a peanut, with an area of 4.7 square kilometers (1.8 sq mi).
Lake Zell invites to countless water sports. On one of the cleanest lakes in Europe you can enjoy water skiing, sailing and surfing. Also you can relax on sunny days on the grass on the shore bathing places. Also, winter can practice many other sports: Lake Zeller See skating, ice hockey, curling.