During your hikes, 6 mountain lifts and 2 chair lifts are available in the summer in the Kleinwalsertal valley and Oberstdorf, with which you can reach your hiking trails. At all mountain or middle stations there are huts or restaurants with sun terrace. As a guest at the Alphotel family-friendly hotel in Austria, all open mountain lifts are free of charge from May to October.
Mountain lifts in the Kleinwalsertal valley in the summer
Summer mountain lifts including Kleinwalsertal valley
Summer mountain railroads
Free ride on the Oberstdorf and Kleinwalsertal summer mountain lifts 2026 (expected opening times):
- Kanzelwandbahn: 8.5.-8.11.2026
The Kanzelwandbahn, a cable car in Kleinwalsertal, starts in Riezlern and takes you on an impressive journey over 960 meters in altitude to the mountain station at 1957 meters. There, a panorama opens up to you that invites you to explore: a variety of hiking trails and great views of Kleinwalsertal and the surrounding mountains. - Walmendingerhornbahn: (closed in summer 2026 due to construction work)
The Walmendingerhornbahn, a cable car in the heart of the Kleinwalsertal, takes you on a fascinating ride from Mittelberg, covering an impressive 933 meters in altitude. It reaches the top of the Walmendingerhorn at 1,946 meters, where a spectacular 360-degree panorama unfolds. Here, at over 1900 meters, countless hiking trails open up to you, leading through the beautiful Alpine landscape and offering an incomparable experience of nature. - Ifen gondola lift to the middle station: 26.6.-26.10.2026
The Ifen gondola lift in the picturesque Kleinwalsertal valley is a real highlight for visitors. This modern cable car takes you comfortably from the valley station in Hirschegg to the middle station on the Ifen, where you are at an altitude of around 1600 meters. At the middle station of the Ifen gondola lift is the Ifen plateau, which serves as the starting point for various hikes and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. - Heuberg chairlift: 1.5.-26.10.2026
The Heuberg chairlift in Kleinwalsertal takes visitors up into the picturesque mountain world of the region. It starts in Hirschegg and ends 300 meters further up on the Heuberg, a popular destination at 1400 meters above sea level, known for its wonderful hiking trails and views. - Fellhornbahn: 13.5.-8.11.2026
Start your journey with the Fellhornbahn cable car in Kleinwalsertal, which whisks you up 967 meters in altitude from the valley station. Once you arrive at the mountain station, which stands proudly at an altitude of 1967 meters, a world full of experiences opens up to you. Whether hiking on blooming alpine meadows, discovering rare alpine flora or simply enjoying the panorama - pure nature awaits you on the Fellhorn. - Nebelhornbahn: 23.5.-8.11.2026
The Nebelhornbahn in Kleinwalsertal takes you through the air from picturesque Oberstdorf. With an impressive incline, the cable car climbs more than 1200 meters in altitude and finally reaches the top at 2224 meters. Once at the top, a spectacular 400-metre summit view unfolds, attracting visitors from all over the world. Whether hiking, paragliding or simply enjoying the Alpine panorama - the Nebelhorn offers an unforgettable mountain adventure for everyone. - Söllereckbahn: 1.5.-8.11.2026
The Söllereckbahn, your gateway to one of the most charming mountains in Kleinwalsertal, takes you gently up into the heights. Starting from the valley station, the modern cable car floats upwards and effortlessly bridges the altitude difference to the mountain station at 1700 meters. Once at the top, a natural playground opens up: hiking trails for the whole family, the exciting nature adventure trail or simply enjoy the view
Excursion destinations near the mountain railroads in Kleinwalsertal
In idyllic Kleinwalsertal, there are fantastic excursion destinations for every mountain lover at the cable cars and lifts. The pump track in Mittelberg is located directly at the Walmendingerhornbahn parking lot. Here, beginners and advanced riders can improve their skills on bikes, scooters or inline skates free of charge every day from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm. The Söllereck climbing forest, at the Söllereckbahn mountain station, is Germany's highest forest ropes course and offers spectacular views of the mountain peaks. After a leisurely ride up the mountain, adventure-seekers will find exciting courses to let off steam. The Allgäu Coaster, a summer and winter toboggan run, starts at the Söllereckbahn lift and guarantees pure fun at 850 meters. Families can experience exuberant water fun on the Burmiwasser trail on the Kanzelwand. The trail leads to the mountain station and ends at the cozy Berggasthof Kanzelwand - a perfect end to an unforgettable mountain tour in the summer.
From May to November you can use the Oberstdorf-Kleinwalsertal summer mountain railroads free of charge as an Alphotel guest during operating hours.
The above opening times are based on our assessment of the current situation and may change due to official regulations.
