Gletscherexpress, Funicular railway in Sankt Leonhard im Pitztal, Austria.
The Gletscherexpress funicular spans 3,786 meters through the mountains, connecting the valley station at 1,730 meters to the upper terminal at 2,841 meters.
The Gletscherexpress began operations on December 23, 1983, establishing a new transport connection between Mandarfen valley and the glacial region of Pitztal.
The funicular serves as a central transportation hub for winter sports enthusiasts, mountaineers, and visitors exploring the Austrian Alpine environment.
The railway operates daily from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM during winter season from September to May, with special early morning services for mountaineers on Wednesdays and Fridays.
The underground railway system leads to Austria's highest cable car connection, providing access to Café 3440, which sits at an elevation of 3,440 meters.
Location: Sankt Leonhard im Pitztal
Official opening: December 23, 1983
Elevation above the sea: 2,841 m
Length: 3,786 m
GPS coordinates: 46.95827,10.87142
Latest update: May 22, 2025 11:55
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