Lünerseebahn, Aerial lift in Brand and Vandans, Austria.
The Lünerseebahn is an aerial lift that connects the lower Brandnertal valley with the Lünersee dam area high above. The system carries passengers up the mountainside in modern cabins that move continuously along the cable.
The lift opened in 1959 and was first built to move construction materials for a hydroelectric power plant project. It later transitioned to carrying people, allowing year-round access to the upper mountain regions.
The Lünerseebahn represents the evolution of Alpine infrastructure, enabling year-round access to mountain activities for both residents and visitors in the Vorarlberg region.
The ride takes about 6 minutes and the system moves a steady flow of people upward regularly. Visitors should plan to arrive early during good weather, as the cabins fill quickly with those wanting to reach the lake.
The lift reaches a large mountain lake that serves as the region's main water storage for power generation and features a visible dam structure. The lake sits at high altitude and the surrounding terrain draws hikers who want to explore the area on foot.
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