Zahmer Kaiser cable car: Your gateway to alpine adventures
The Zahmer Kaiser cable car in Tyrol is the ideal starting point for unforgettable hikes, nature experiences and is also particularly attractive for children. With the cable car you can easily reach the middle station and the mountain station, from where numerous hiking trails start. From the middle station there is a summer toboggan run back to the valley. Here you can find our experience report.
Short info:
- What is the Zahmer Kaiser cable car? A cable car in Tyrol that takes visitors to the hiking and skiing areas of the Zahmer Kaiser.
- Where is it? In Walchsee, Tyrol. Address: Durchholzen 60, 6344 Walchsee, Austria.
- Where can I park? Parking spaces are available at the valley station.
- What are the opening hours? Summer: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Winter: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. You can find them in detail below
- How much does it cost? Prices vary depending on the season and ticket type. Single trip approx. 10-15 euros, day ticket approx. 25-30 euros. Here you can find all prices (scroll down)
- How much time should I plan for? at least 3-4 hours.
- Can I hike with children? Yes, there are child-friendly hiking trails and an adventure playground at the mountain station.
- Special attractions: Playground at the mountain station, panoramic viewpoints at the mountain station. Summer toboggan run at the middle station,
- Gastronomy: Restaurants and huts at the middle and mountain stations offer regional specialties.
Arrival and valley station
The valley station of the Zahmer Kaiser cable car located in Walchsee, Tyrol. There are sufficient parking spaces at the address Durchholzen 60, 6344 Walchsee, Austria. The access from Walchsee Coming from there is a bit difficult as you have to turn left on the bend. Prices for the cable car vary depending on the season and type of ticket, with a single trip costing around 10-15 euros and a day ticket costing around 25-30 euros.
opening hours
From mid-May: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. June: Friday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. July and August: Daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mid-September – October: Friday – Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed on rainy days. Berghof: Closed on Wednesdays +43 660 4412249 ; restaurant@zahmerkaiser.com
mountain station and mountain farm Zahmer Kaiser
After a ten-minute ride on the four-seater chairlift, you reach the mountain station. Here, the Berghof Zahmer Kaiser offers a wide selection of regional specialties such as schnitzel, cheese dumplings, goulash, Tyrolean Gröstl and Kaiserschmarren on its sun terrace. From the terrace, you have a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains and the Walchsee.
forest playground and goat pasture
Directly behind the Berghof there is a forest playground with a climbing frame, a crane and an excavator, which can be used for a fee of two euros. A machine for changing tokens is located in a small hut. Further up in the forest there is a trampoline, slide and logs for balancing on. A goat pasture rounds off the offer at the mountain station.
The chairlift takes you from the mountain station to the middle station. However, we prefer to hike.
hike to the middle station
Several hiking trails lead from the mountain station. A popular route leads to the middle station and the Aschinger Alm. The trail begins behind the Berghof and leads past the goat pasture. You follow a small car park and a wide forest road until you reach the Aschinger Alm This offers another children's playground and a varied menu with schnitzel, steak, Kasspatz'l, homemade ravioli and more. The Alm can also be reached by car, with parking on site.
summer toboggan run
Of the Aschinger Alm the path continues to the middle station. After about 20 minutes you reach the middle station, from which the summer toboggan run leads into the valley. This offers an exciting ride through the alpine landscape and is a highlight for both children and adults. There are single or double toboggans, so you can also ride with a partner or child. Don't worry about driving too fast, a good brake in the middle ensures safety.
Conclusion The Zahmer Kaiser cable car offers a variety of attractions and activities that make the visit an unforgettable experience. From culinary delights in the Berghof to exciting playgrounds, varied hiking trails and the summer toboggan run, there is something for everyone to discover. Here you can find our experience report
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