cityXpress: Gateway to Schmittenhöhe
Reach Zell am See's Schmittenhöhe in minutes via this modern city center gondola, offering year-round alpine adventures.
The cityXpress is a modern gondola lift located in the heart of Zell am See, Austria, providing quick access to the Schmittenhöhe mountain. In just six minutes, it transports visitors from the town center to the Schmittenhöhe ski and hiking area.
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- Schmittenstraße 7, Zell am See, 5700, AT
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Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring cityXpress.
- In winter, a valid ski pass grants free access to the regional ski bus, providing convenient transportation to the cityXpress and other lift stations.
- During the summer, the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card offers free use of the cityXpress and other attractions in the region.
- Consider parking at the AreitXpress valley station and taking the free ski bus to cityXpress during peak winter season due to limited parking.
- Check the operating hours before planning your trip, as they vary depending on the season.
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Getting There
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Walking
From Zell am See train station, the cityXpress valley station is approximately a 4-minute walk. Exit the station and head towards the town center. The cityXpress station is easily visible and well-signposted. No costs are involved for this final approach.
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Public Transport
Several bus lines connect Zell am See to the cityXpress. From Zell am See Bahnhof (train station), take bus line 660 to Zell am See Postplatz. The cityXpress is a short walk from the Postplatz. A single bus fare costs approximately €1 - €2.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Zell am See. A short taxi ride from the train station or another point in the town center to the cityXpress valley station will cost approximately €8 - €12, depending on traffic and the exact starting point.
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