Horbergbahn, Cable car station in Schwendau, Austria
The Horbergbahn is a cable car in Schwendau that links the valley floor to high-altitude ski areas in the surrounding mountains. The system moves people upward using a series of support towers and individual gondola cabins.
The system was built in the mid-20th century to improve access to mountain skiing areas. Its route follows an older transport path that was used for mining operations in earlier decades.
The name references Horberg mountain, which like many peaks in the area is closely tied to the region's skiing heritage. Visitors experience a mountain culture where the landscape shapes how people work and spend time throughout the year.
The cable car typically operates from morning until evening and offers a convenient ride for skiers and hikers. Mountain weather can change quickly at any time of year, so proper clothing is always recommended.
The cable car partly follows a historic route that once transported raw materials from a nearby mine. This transformation shows how old mining paths can find new purpose in modern tourism.
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