Drinking lake water would strike anyone living in Central Europe as odd. First Alexander Koblinger was no exception. But the sommelier for the clear liquid has changed his mind. Being an expert in his field, it is no coincidence that he was awarded the title Sommelier of the Year 2010 by the renowned Rolling Pin magazine.

For its travel magazine, the automobile club ADAC served Koblinger several samples from the region. Among them were samples of the Krimmler Wasserfalle waterfalls, soda, lake water, water from the tap, from a well and melted ice from a cave. With exception of the melt water, all of them are potable water approved. And this holds true for the water of Lake Zell, the blue heart of Zell am See-Kaprun, too.

Alexander Koblinger's unambiguous result: In addition to being perfectly drinkable, Salzburg's water tastes really great! About the sample of the Krimmler waterfalls, the sommelier says that it has a slightly mineral taste, comparable to wet stone. The overall impression was neutral with a refreshing, smooth aftertaste. A group of Tibetan monks even called the Krimmler waterfalls a source of power during their visit.

Holidaymakers who would like to benefit from the excellent quality of the water in the region themselves should get the Zell am See-Kaprun Card which is handed out when checking in at one of the more than 130 participating accommodation providers. Then, guests can visit the lidos as well as the Krimmler Wasserfalle waterfalls for free.