Söllereckbahn, Aerial lift in Oberstdorf, Germany.
The Söllereckbahn is a gondola system in Oberstdorf that carries passengers from a base station at 960 meters up to a summit station at 1358 meters. The modern cable car features ten-person cabins and covers a distance of roughly 2025 meters.
The system first opened in 1950 as a two-seater chairlift and served visitors for nearly 50 years. It was replaced in 1997 with a modern gondola that offers greater passenger capacity and comfort.
The mountain station provides access to traditional restaurants serving regional Allgäu cuisine, where hikers and locals gather to enjoy meals with mountain views. These establishments are central to the social life around the slopes.
The journey takes about seven minutes and provides a smooth ride suitable for visitors of various ages and fitness levels. The ascent makes it easy for most people to reach the mountain trails and plateau areas.
The cable car operates on renewable energy sourced locally, making it an environmentally responsible choice in the Alps. This energy approach reflects the region's commitment to sustainable mountain tourism.
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