Glacial Aerial Tramway Kaprun III, Mountain funicular in Kaprun, Austria
The Glacial Aerial Tramway Kaprun III operates at an altitude of 3,029 meters, connecting visitors to the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier slopes in the Austrian Alps.
Inaugurated in 1966, the Gletscherbahn Kaprun faced a major transformation after the 2000 incident, leading to substantial modifications in its operating systems.
The funicular reflects Austrian engineering excellence in mountain transportation, enabling year-round access to winter sports and high-altitude activities in Salzburg region.
Visitors can purchase combined tickets through the Alpin Card network, allowing access to multiple ski resorts and transportation systems in the surrounding area.
The funicular system includes specialized freight transportation capabilities, supporting the maintenance and operation of the Kitzsteinhorn skiing infrastructure.
Location: Kaprun
Inception: 1966
Elevation above the sea: 3,029 m
Length: 2,208 m
Part of: Kaprun Kitzsteinhorn Maiskogel
GPS coordinates: 47.20796,12.69041
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:01
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Lärchwandschrägaufzug
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Kaprun Disaster Memorial
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Tauernmoossee
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Hoher Tenn
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Barrage de Kaprun
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Oberes Hocheiserkees
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Memorial "Heidnische Kirche"
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Spitzbrettköpfl
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Schmiedingerkees
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Gletscherjet II
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Maurerkogel
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Schneespitze
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Kleiner Bärenkopf
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Hochsedlkopf
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Sprengkogel
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Gletscher Shuttle
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