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Free Guide: Reach breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Constance and the Alps in just 6 minutes via the Pfänderbahn cable car.

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Reach breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Constance and the Alps in just 6 minutes via the Pfänderbahn cable car.

The Pfänderbahn, an aerial cable car in Bregenz, Austria, whisks visitors to the summit of Pfänder Mountain for breathtaking views of Lake Constance and the surrounding Alps. A quick six-minute ride transports you to a world of panoramic vistas and alpine adventures.

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  • Every day8 am–7 pm

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Steinbruchgasse 4, 6900 Bregenz
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Public Transport

From Bregenz Train Station, take bus line 101 towards Pfänderbahn. The bus stop is located directly in front of the valley station. The journey takes approximately 6 minutes and costs €1-€2. Alternatively, take a train from Bregenz to Bregenz Hafen station, followed by a 5-minute walk to the valley station. A train ticket costs approximately €1.

Walking

From Bregenz city center, walk towards Lake Constance and then head to Steinbruchgasse. The Pfänderbahn valley station is located at Steinbruchgasse 4, approximately a 15-20 minute walk from the city center. From Bregenz central station, the lower terminal of the Pfänderbahn is approximately a 15-minute walk.

Driving

From the A14 motorway, take the exit towards Bregenz and follow signs to the city center and then to Pfänderbahn. The valley station is located at Steinbruchgasse 4. Several parking options are available near the valley station. Parkhaus Pfänderbahn P15 (Schillerstraße 3) and Parkplatz Pfänderbahn P6 (Steinbruchgasse 4) are the closest. Parking costs €5 per hour between 6:00 and 23:00. Disabled parking is available at Ebnergasse 5.

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Ascend to the summit of Pfänder Mountain via the Pfänderbahn, an aerial cable car offering unparalleled views of Lake Constance (Bodensee) and the surrounding Alpine peaks. Since 1927, this iconic cable car has transported visitors from Bregenz to a panoramic paradise.The Pfänderbahn overcomes a height difference of 603 meters (1,978 feet) across a distance of 2,063 meters (6,768 feet). The six-minute journey offers stunning views of Bregenz and Lake Constance. The summit provides a 360-degree panorama, encompassing the Austrian, German, and Swiss Alps.At the mountain station, a variety of attractions await. Explore the Alpine Wildlife Park, home to marmots, mouflons, deer, ibex, and wild boar. Enjoy the Rhein Valley terrace, offering views of the Old and New Rhein borders, or identify Alpine peaks using the historical Mountain Panorama. Families will appreciate the playground and small animal park. Hiking trails cater to all skill levels, while restaurants offer refreshments with a view.The Pfänderbahn's history is showcased at the Pfänderbahn Museum, located at the valley station. Exhibits detail the cable car's construction, technology, and role in regional tourism. The museum is free to enter and open year-round.

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