Alpenzoo Innsbruck
Summer Theme zoo devoted solely to Alpine animals, above Innsbruck
Attractions and family outings in and around the Wildschönau · Summer
Nordkette cable cars, Innsbruck
From central Innsbruck to over 2,200 m in a short ride
The Nordkette cable cars link the centre of Innsbruck with the mountain range above the city. You travel in stages: first the Hungerburgbahn, a modern funicular with stations designed by Zaha Hadid, then the cable cars to the Seegrube and on to the Hafelekar at over 2,200 m. The lines have been running since 1928.
At the top you get a wide view over the city and the Inn valley, with mountain restaurants at the Seegrube and walking paths along the rock faces. In summer it is clearly cooler up there than in town. The trip fits well into a day in Innsbruck, for instance combined with the Alpine Zoo near the Hungerburg station, for which a combination ticket exists.
Place: Innsbruck
- AgeAll ages
- DurationAbout 2 to 3 hours
- CostPrices vary by section; check beforehand
- DistanceAbout 50 min by car
- SeasonYear-round
- LocationInnsbruck
Tips
- Bring a warm jumper or jacket; it is noticeably colder at the top than in town.
- Combine the ride with the Alpine Zoo near the Hungerburg station for a full day out.
- Pick a clear day for the best views and check the current timetable beforehand.
Practical
From Niederau it takes about 50 minutes by car to Innsbruck (via the A12). The valley station is in the city centre and easy to reach on foot or by public transport; parking in town can be busy and costly.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
How high does the Nordkette cable car go?
The route ends at the Hafelekar, at over 2,200 m, with an intermediate stop at the Seegrube.
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Stay in Niederau Partner
Hotel Wastlhof, partner of Niederau.nl, is a family-run hotel with an indoor and an outdoor pool, wellness and its own riding stables, right in the village. For more places to stay and information you can also contact the Wildschönau tourist office.
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