Westgipfelbahn Travel Guide
Free Guide: Ascend to panoramic views and thrilling adventures via gondola in the heart of the Saalbach Hinterglemm Alps. Hiking, biking, and skiing await!
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Ascend to panoramic views and thrilling adventures via gondola in the heart of the Saalbach Hinterglemm Alps. Hiking, biking, and skiing await!
The Westgipfelbahn is an 8-person gondola lift that whisks visitors from Hinterglemm to the western summit of the Schattberg mountain. It serves as a launching point for hikers and bikers in the summer and skiers in the winter, offering access to stunning panoramic views and a variety of trails.
Opening hours
- Every day9 am–4:15 pm
Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.
- Address
- Schwarzacherweg, 5754 Hinterglemm
- Phone
- Website
Getting there
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Overview
The Westgipfelbahn, located in Hinterglemm, Austria, is more than just a lift; it's an experience that transports you to the heart of the Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn ski and bike region. Ascending in two stages to a height of 2,096 meters, the gondola offers stunning views of the surrounding Alps.In the summer, the Westgipfelbahn provides access to a network of hiking trails, including the popular Pinzgau Walk, and is an express shuttle for bikers heading to the legendary Hacklberg Trail. The summit is also close to the Schattberg X-press, offering further exploration opportunities. For those seeking a more relaxed experience, the mountaintop restaurant offers refreshments with a view.During the winter months, the Westgipfelbahn transforms into a skier's paradise, providing access to intermediate and advanced slopes. From the summit, skiers can connect to the entire Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn, one of Austria's largest ski areas. The lift is equipped to carry passengers and dogs (with muzzles).
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