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Aiming High: Oversized Sculptures at an Altitude of
2,000 Meters at “Art on the Mountain” in Zell am SeeKaprun
New nature experience on the Schmittenhöhe: “4 Lakes Art Hike” and
relaxation with a view at “Yoga on the Mountain”
Zell am See-Kaprun, 29 May 2013 – The impressive open-air art site on the local
mountain of Zell, the Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See-Kaprun in the Salzburger Land,
measures 18 hectare. Starting this summer outdoor enthusiasts have the opportunity to
combine the pleasure of hiking and art in the new “4 Lakes Art Hike”. 26 oversized
sculptures at an altitude of 2,000 meters merge in the region to be one of Europe’s
biggest open-air art sites. In five international art symposia numerous international
artists have gathered together in the region since 1995 to realize the extraordinary
objects on the ground. In summer the permanent exhibits are themed “Art on the
Mountain”, in winter they become a unique “Gallery on the Slope” in the snow. The
harmonious and sustainable embedment of the mostly wooden sculptures in the Alpine
surroundings was always of top priority during the origination.
With “Yoga on the Mountain”, a trained yoga instructor will arrange for relaxation on the
mountain in six sessions on the Schmittenhöhe in July and August 2013 when fresh
mountain air and an extensive panoramic view generate new energy while, at the same
time, effecting deep relaxation.
The mountain as an open-air art area
Enjoy mountain air and discover art: during the new four-and-a-half-hour “4 Lakes Art
Hike“ hiking in Zell am See-Kaprun becomes a cultural experience. Starting in the
valley Schmittental at an altitude of 940 meters, the trail runs past 26 different
sculptures to the summit of the Schmittenhöhe at 2,000 meters. Downhill participants
interested in art pass not only impressive, nature-embedded objects but also hike past
three idyllic lake reservoirs. On top of that the tour offers outdoor enthusiasts a firstclass view to Lake Zell. Information boards on the entire track explain the particularities
of the exhibits and give some insight in the thoughts of the artist – from the idea to the
realization. The sculptures of “Art on the Mountain” are mainly supposed to contribute
to raising awareness of nature. The ascend to the Schmittenhöhe is free of charge with
the Zell am See-Kaprun summer ticket from May to October. Holiday-makers receive
the ticket at their arrival from the roughly 220 collaborating partners in the region Zell
am See-Kaprun.
“Stoanerne Frauen and Manderlait”
In 2012 three artists met in the art symposium “Mountain Air” in order to realize their art
work on the Schmittenhöhe within two weeks. One of them, sculptor Erika Inger from
South Tyrol, focused on Alpine tradition – consistent with the region and the
surroundings. The art work “Stoanerne Frauen and Manderlait”, translated “Stony
Women and Men”, consists of stone columns placed on top of another, which are
embedded in a plateau stretching over an expanse of just under 25 meters. The artist
is distinguished by art work close to nature, which she integrates harmonically in the
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landscape while still setting it apart by stringent sorted structures. “Stoanerne Frauen
and Manderlait” is located near the Sonnkogel mountain station at roughly 1,850
meters and can be experienced during the “4 Lakes Art Hike”.
Yoga on the mountain with a view to 30 three-thousand meter peeks
Apart from art lovers yoga enthusiasts, too, can experience the view to the roughly 30
three-thousand-meter peaks in the surrounding mountains at “Yoga on the mountain”.
Not far from the summit of the Schmittenhöhe the trained yoga instructor Erica
Zehentner demonstrates beginners and advanced participants exercises to relax on 20,
24 and 27 July 2013 as well as on 3, 7 and 28 August 2013. Participants meet at 8.15
am at the valley station of the Schmittenhöhe cable car, where they receive yoga mats
and blankets. The ascend with the Porsche Design cable car already gives a first
impression of the impressive view. The two-hour yoga session is included in the cable
car ticket.
Further information on the region Zell am See-Kaprun as well as on “Art on the
Mountain” and “Yoga on the Mountain” are available at www.zellamsee-kaprun.com.
About Zell am See-Kaprun:
Glacier, mountains, lake – the Austrian year-round holiday destination Zell am See-Kaprun
combines the entire diversity of the Alps. In the unique natural paradise situated in the
immediate vicinity of the national park Hohe Tauern, sports people, active holidaymakers,
families and people looking for relaxation alike find a diversified choice of activities and
adventures both in summer and in winter. Among these are the “Peakworld 3.000” on the
Kitzsteinhorn glacier, the only glacial ski region in the Salzburger Land, the family region
Maiskogel, the local mountain Schmittenhöhe as well as the crystal clear Lake Zell and the
multiple award winning 36-hole championship golf course. Tradition and authenticity are
mirrored in the events and culinary specialties of the region. Guests find relaxation in the newly
opened wellness oasis TAUERN SPA as well as in many further spa and wellness hotels in Zell
am See-Kaprun.
For further information and printable footage please contact:
Zell am See-Kaprun Tourismus GmbH
Mag. Marina Latini
Phone +43 (0)6542 - 770
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