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The Hartkaiser Cable Car in Ellmau

The modern gondola lift up to the Hartkaiser

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Up to 1,550 metres in just 9 minutes: the 10-seater Hartkaiser gondola lift takes guests from the valley station in Ellmau straight to a hiking paradise and the magical world of Ellmi’s Zauberwelt. The state-of-the-art cabins feature Wi-Fi, heated seats, and barrier-free access for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Throughout the ride, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the Wilder Kaiser.

Once at the top, the options are endless: take in the panoramic views, explore Ellmi’s Zauberwelt, enjoy a hearty meal, head out on a gentle hike, or unwind by the reservoir – or better yet, do it all. However you spend your time, a trip to the Hartkaiser is more than worth it.

Bergstation Hartkaiserbahn

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Bergstation Hartkaiserbahn

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Panoramakamera Ellmau

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Panoramakamera Ellmau

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Astberg Going

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Hartkaiser cable car for...

Gemütliches Picknick auf Holztisch mit Brot, Käse, Aufschnitt, eingelegtem Gemüse und Getränken. Zwei Hände greifen nach Essen, rustikale Atmosphäre.

Leisure seekers

Hikers pass a unique wooden sculpture on a sunny day, with the Wilder Kaiser mountains in the background, surrounded by green meadows and a blue sky.

Families

Zwei Wanderer gehen über eine grüne Wiese bei Sonnenuntergang in einer bergigen Landschaft. Im Hintergrund erheben sich beeindruckende Berggipfel.

Active types

Eine Gondelbahn schwebt über schneebedeckten Bergspitzen im Skigebiet Ellmau, Wilder Kaiser, vor strahlend blauem Himmel im Winter.

Winter fans

Malerische Berglandschaft mit Seilbahn, umgeben von dichtem Nebel und grünen Wiesen, im Hintergrund majestätische Gipfel. Verträumte Atmosphäre in den Alpen.

Hiking tips

Rübezahl Schnitzfigurenweg
Rübezahlschnitzweg

Medium

2,50 km

01:00 h

50 m

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Scheffau_Brandstadl_Tanzboden_Panoramaweg_Wilder Kaiser
Panoramic circuit Brandstadl–Hartkaiser

Easy

6,00 km

01:50 h

170 m

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SkiWelt Panoramic Trail

Easy

20,00 km

06:45 h

720 m

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Rübezahl Schnitzfigurenweg
Hartkaiser circuit (no. 1 & 3)

Easy

15,80 km

05:30 h

730 m

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All hikes with lift assistance
Berglandschaft mit Seilbahnstation, umgeben von grünen Wiesen und Spielplatz, im Hintergrund die markanten Gipfel des Wilder Kaiser Gebirges.
Ellmi's Zauberwelt Ellmau
On the Hartkaiser in Ellmau at 1,550 metres above sea level, Ellmi's Zauberwelt takes you on a mystical journey in the footsteps of the sorcerer's apprentice Ellmi, who was transformed into a large frog by goblins.
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Prices for lift tickets

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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

Contact & opening hours

A wintry mountain landscape with snow-covered peaks and a ski resort. In the foreground, ski lifts and a mountain hut with seating are visible.
Mountain Cable Car Ellmau - Hartkaiserbahn

mountain railway/cable railway

Ellmau

Closed - opens at 08:00 AM

(0043) 5358 2320
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Events

A picturesque mountain landscape with a restaurant and views of the surrounding mountains. In the foreground, hiking trails and a cable car can be seen.
Adventures in Ellmi's Magic World

Mon, 07/13 - 10:00 o'clock - 5 hours

Ellmau - am Hartkaiser, Ellmau

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A picturesque mountain landscape with a restaurant and views of the surrounding mountains. In the foreground, hiking trails and a cable car can be seen.
Adventures in Ellmi's Magic World

Thu, 07/16 - 10:00 o'clock - 5 hours

Ellmau - am Hartkaiser, Ellmau

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A picturesque mountain landscape with a restaurant and views of the surrounding mountains. In the foreground, hiking trails and a cable car can be seen.
Adventures in Ellmi's Magic World

Sun, 07/19 - 10:00 o'clock - 5 hours

Ellmau - am Hartkaiser, Ellmau

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A picturesque mountain landscape with a restaurant and views of the surrounding mountains. In the foreground, hiking trails and a cable car can be seen.
Adventures in Ellmi's Magic World

Mon, 07/20 - 10:00 o'clock - 5 hours

Ellmau - am Hartkaiser, Ellmau

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More cable cars in the Wilder Kaiser region

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Söll Cable Cars

Zwei rote Seilbahngondeln schweben über eine grüne Berglandschaft mit blauen Himmel und Berghorizont im Hintergrund, gesäumt von gelben Wildblumen im Vordergrund.

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

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

A mountain cable car with a Wilder Kaiser panorama: The 8-seater gondola lift in Scheffau takes you quickly and easily up to 1650 metres in two stages. The Brandstadl in Scheffau offers numerous possibilities: Whether it's a hike, a stop for refreshments, a family programme or enjoying the view - you're sure to find the right activity.

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

Up to 1,550 metres in just 9 minutes: The Hartkaiser 10-seater gondola lift takes guests from the valley station in Ellmau directly to the hiking paradise and Ellmi's Zauberwelt.

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