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The Brandstadlbahn in Scheffau

Up to the Brandstadl by cable car

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Mountain railway ride with Wilder Kaiser Panorama: The 8-seater gondola lift in Scheffau takes you quickly and easily up to 1,650 metres in two stages. The Brandstadl in Scheffau offers a wide range of options: Whether it’s a hike, a stop for refreshments, family activities or simply enjoying the views – you’re sure to find the right activity.

Particularly lovely are the numerous mountain huts and reservoirs, which can be reached via the well-signposted network of hiking trails. For families, the KaiserWelt, with its family hikes, KaiserWald and exciting play stations, is a real highlight.

Brandstadlbahn for...

Eine vierköpfige Familie sitzt lachend auf einer Wiese vor einem imposanten Bergpanorama. Der Himmel ist klar und die Sonne scheint.

Families

Ein Frühstückstisch mit Obst, Marmelade, Brotaufstrichen, einem Getränk in einer Glasflasche und Blumen dekoriert. Alles ist appetitlich angerichtet.

Foodies

Zwei Personen wandern auf einem schattigen Waldweg inmitten dichter Bäume. Die Sonne scheint durch das Laub, und sie tragen sportliche Kleidung mit Rucksäcken.

Sports enthusiasts

Verschneite Berghänge mit Skiliften unter blauem Himmel, umgeben von Tannenbäumen, bieten einen idyllischen Anblick einer Wintersportregion in den Alpen.

Winter enthusiasts

Blick über eine grüne Bergwiese auf eine Seilbahn mit Kabine vor einem Panorama von majestätischen Bergen unter klarem, blauem Himmel.
Cartoon-König mit Krone und rotem Mantel, hält ein Schild mit Fotos und Text, im Hintergrund ein Bergpanorama und blauer Himmel.
KaiserWelt Scheffau
An adventure playground in the mountains! Amidst playgrounds, climbing frames and mysterious woodland paths, children can discover nature through play, whilst parents enjoy the view of the Wilder Kaiser.
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Prices for lift passes

Scheffau | Single trips - summer 2026

JourneyAdultAdult

with guest card		YouthYouth

with guest card		KidsKids

with guest card
Ascent and descent€ 37,50€ 35,50€ 28,00€ 26,50€ 19,00€ 18,00
Ascent and descent from 13:00€ 28,50€ 28,50€ 21,50€ 21,50€ 14,50€ 14,50
Ascent or descent€ 28,50€ 28,50€ 21,50€ 21,50€ 14,50€ 14,50
Dogs: free of charge


Children‘s tariffs for those born between 2011-2021, Children born in and after 2022 free!
Youth tariffs for those born in 2008-2010


-> Opening hours for ticket offices, ski lifts and ticket machines

Mountain ExperienceCard 2026

SUMMER SEASON:

1 May – 8 November 2026
TicketAdultsAdults

with Guest Card		YouthsYouths

with Guest Card		KidsKids

with Guest Card
1 day€ 40,00€ 38,00€ 30,00€ 28,50€ 20,00€ 19,00
2 days€ 71,00€ 67,50€ 53,50€ 51,00€ 35,50€ 33,50
3 days€ 87,00€ 82,50€ 65,50€ 62,00€ 43,50€ 41,50
4 days€ 99,00€ 94,00€ 74,50€ 71,00€ 49,50€ 47,00
5 days€ 108,50€ 103,00€ 81,50€ 77,50€ 54,50€ 52,00
6 days€ 118,50€ 112,50€ 89,00€ 84,50€ 59,50€ 56,50
7 days€ 125,50€ 119,00€ 94,00€ 89,50€ 63,00€ 60,00
8 days€ 135,50€ 128,50€ 101,50€ 96,50€ 68,00€ 64,50
9 days€ 140,00€ 133,00€ 105,00€ 100,00€ 70,00€ 66,50
10 days€ 149,50€ 142,00€ 112,00€ 106,50€ 75,00€ 71,50
11 days€ 154,00€ 146,50€ 115,50€ 109,50€ 77,00€ 73,00
12 days€ 163,50€ 155,50€ 122,50€ 116,50€ 82,00€ 78,00
13 days€ 171,00€ 162,50€ 128,50€ 122,00€ 85,50€ 81,00
14 days€ 177,00€ 168,00€ 133,00€ 126,50€ 88,50€ 84,00
21 days€ 235,50€ 223,50€ 176,50€ 167,50€ 118,00€ 112,00

Special cruises such as the evening events on the mountain are not included in the price. Prices for additional tickets or extra charges are specified at the events.



Children‘s tariffs for those born between 2011-2021, Children born in and after 2022 free!
Youth tariffs for those born in 2008-2010


01.05. - 08.11.2026
-> Opening hours


LEASH and MUZZLE Requirement: To help ensure everyone's safety and a pleasant journey for both passengers and animals, all dogs must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle in stations and on the lifts. This is a general law that applies to public transportation, such as lifts are.
-> Possible surcharge for dogs: Price list


-> Opening hours for ticket offices, ski lifts and ticket machines

Contact & Opening Hours

Brandstadlbahn im Sommer
Bergbahn Scheffau

Cable car

Ski storage

Scheffau

Closed - opens on 12/05, 08:30 AM

(0043) 5358 8153
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Events

A beautiful sunset behind a cross on a mountain peak. Flowers and a bench in the foreground complement the peaceful landscape.
Mountain Mass on the Brandstadl

Sun, 09/05 - 10:00 o'clock - 1 hour

Brandstadl/Gipfelkreuz, Scheffau, Scheffau

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Söll Mountain Railways

Two red cable cars travel over lush green hills in the Wilder Kaiser region, with vibrant wildflowers in the foreground and majestic mountains in the background.

Via Hochsöll to the Hohe Salve: There are two gondola lifts in Söll to take you on your trip up the mountain. The modern 10-seater Hexenwasser gondola takes you up to 1,160 metres. The ascent is an experience in itself, as each cabin tells a different story.

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Blick über eine grüne Bergwiese auf eine Seilbahn mit Kabine vor einem Panorama von majestätischen Bergen unter klarem, blauem Himmel.

Mountain railway ride with views of the Wilder Kaiser: The 8-seater gondola lift in Scheffau takes you quickly and easily up to 1,650 metres in two stages. The Brandstadl in Scheffau offers a wide range of options: whether it’s a hike, a stop for refreshments, family activities or simply enjoying the views – you’re sure to find the right activity for you.

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Blick auf schwebende Seilbahnkabinen vor einem majestätischen Bergpanorama mit grünen Tälern und blühenden Blumen unter einem blauen Himmel.

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