Swimming at Lake Achensee
Summer Tyrol's largest lake with clear water and beach baths
Swimming and water fun around Niederau · Summer
Kitzsteinhorn in summer
Glacier world and viewing platforms above 3,000 metres
The Kitzsteinhorn (3,203 m) rises above Kaprun, on the edge of the Hohe Tauern National Park. A cable car takes you to the top station at 3,029 metres, where the Gipfelwelt 3000 can be visited all year round.
In summer you can visit the Top of Salzburg and Nationalpark Gallery viewing platforms, the Cinema 3000 and an ice arena with snow slides and an ice bar. It is a full-day outing: be aware that it can be cold at this altitude even in midsummer. It is a long way from Niederau, so it suits a day when you deliberately want a high-mountain trip in the Hohe Tauern.
- AgeAll ages (family-friendly)
- DurationFull day
- CostCable car price varies; see the official website
- DistanceApprox. 1.5 to 2 hours by car
- SeasonYear-round (open in summer too)
- LocationKaprun, Salzburg region
Tips
- Bring warm clothes, a hat and gloves, even in summer.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses are essential at this altitude.
- Check the current weather and cable car operating times beforehand.
Practical
From Niederau it is about 1.5 to 2 hours by car to Kaprun, via Kitzbühel and Zell am See. There is parking at the valley station. For cable car prices, see the official website.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Gipfelwelt 3000 open in summer too?
Yes, the Gipfelwelt 3000 at 3,029 metres can be visited all year, with viewing platforms, Cinema 3000 and an ice arena in summer.
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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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