Gipfelwelt 3000: Top of Salzburg
Experience Austria's high-alpine world at Gipfelwelt 3000: panoramic views, cultural insights, and year-round adventures on the Kitzsteinhorn glacier.
Ascend to the 'Top of Salzburg' at Gipfelwelt 3000 on the Kitzsteinhorn glacier for panoramic views of the Hohe Tauern National Park and Austria's highest peaks. Accessible via cable cars, this year-round destination offers cultural insights and alpine adventures at 3,029 meters.
A brief summary to Gipfelwelt 3000
- Kitzsteinhorn, Kaprun, 5710, AT
- +4365478621
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the weather forecast before you go; conditions at 3,000 meters can change rapidly.
- Wear warm layers, even in summer, as temperatures at the summit can be significantly colder than in the valley.
- Allow at least half a day for your visit to fully experience all that Gipfelwelt 3000 has to offer.
- Take it easy when you first arrive at the summit to acclimatize to the altitude.
- Consider purchasing tickets online in advance to save time.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Zell am See, take bus 660 from Postplatz (near the train station) towards Kaprun. The bus stops at Kaprun Kitzsteinhorn/Gletscherbahn. From there, walk to the Kitzsteinhorn valley station to access the cable cars. The bus ride from Zell am See to Kaprun is free with a valid ski pass or the Guest Mobility Ticket. Otherwise, a single ride ticket can be purchased on the bus.
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Car
From Kaprun, follow the signs to Kitzsteinhorn. Free parking is available at the Kitzsteinhorn valley station. From the parking area, it's a short walk to the cable car entrance. Note that parking can be limited during peak season. Parking at Alpenhaus Kaprun is €12 per night.
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Cable Car
From Kaprun town center (Kitzsteinhornplatz 1a), take the MK Maiskogelbahn to the top station, then transfer to the 3K K-onnection cable car. Alternatively, from Kesselfallstrasse 60, take the Gletscherjet 1 or Panoramabahn. Both routes lead to Langwied, where you can board further cable cars to reach the Gipfelwelt 3000. A day ticket for the Kitzsteinhorn cable cars costs approximately €65 for adults. Dogs are transported for EUR 8.00, but must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Kitzsteinhorn Gletscher
0.5 km
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Gletscherjet 3+4 valley station
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Kräuterlehrpfad Mooserboden
3.2 km
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Wiegenwald Weißsee
5.5 km
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Berghotel Rudolfshütte
7.6 km
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Imbachhorn
7.9 km
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Waldstück
10.0 km
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Kaprun Information (Zell am See-Kaprun Tourismus GmbH)
10.6 km
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Tauern Spa Therme
11.9 km
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Allee der Gesteine
12.7 km
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Haus Alpine Naturschau
12.7 km
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Pasterze
12.7 km
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Oberes Nassfeld
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Grossglockner
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Kneippanlage Bad Fusch
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Unmissable attractions to see
Top of Salzburg 3.029m
0.0 km
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Kitzsteinhorn Gipfel
0.2 km
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Wielingerkogel
3.2 km
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Gaisstein
3.5 km
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Kaprun Hochgebirgsstauseen
3.6 km
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Kaprun Hochgebirgsstauseen - VERBUND Tourismus GmbH
4.0 km
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Aussichtspunkt Mooserboden
4.1 km
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Kaprun Hintere Klamm
4.5 km
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Weißsee Gletscherwelt | Wander-Skigebiet im Salzburgerland
5.1 km
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Alexander Enzinger Hiking Trail
5.1 km
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Karlinger Wasserfall
5.2 km
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Kitzsteinhorn
5.4 km
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Schrabach Wasserfall
5.7 km
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Obere Jägerscharte
6.2 km
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Sandbodenkees
7.0 km
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Essential places to dine
Gipfel Restaurant
0.0 km
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Bergrestaurant Gletschermühle
2.2 km
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Fürthermoar Alm
2.4 km
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Bergrestaurant Mooserboden
3.4 km
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Jausenstation Häuslalm
3.6 km
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Gasthaus Grünsee an der Mittelstation
5.9 km
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Gasthof Zur Kunstleralm
6.9 km
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Alpengasthaus Glocknerblick
7.8 km
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Klammseestüberl
7.8 km
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Sauloch Alm
8.0 km
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Maiskogel Alm Ranch
8.2 km
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Federspiel - Traditional Austrian Cuisine
9.3 km
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Restaurant Winklhof
9.6 km
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OWLZ & BOWLZ
9.6 km
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Berggasthof Stangerbauer
9.7 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Bründl Sports Kitzsteinhorn Alpincenter
2.2 km
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Intersport Kitzsteinhorn Oberschneider
3.6 km
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SPIZ Wagrain
10.0 km
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SPIZ - Kaprun
10.1 km
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BILLA AG
10.1 km
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Supermarkt Kaprun - Berg- بقالة عربية
10.3 km
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Frencys Stores - Dr. Michael Ginnis
10.5 km
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Bründl Sports Bike-Servicecenter Kaprun
10.5 km
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Bründl Sports Bikeworld Kaprun
10.5 km
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Bründl Sports Flagshipstore
10.6 km
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Pinzgausweets by Tiefenbacher Ulrike e.U.
10.6 km
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Denise Strigl e.U. Tabak Trafik
10.7 km
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بقالة عربية كابرون
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Leder Ritsch - Kaprun
10.7 km
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Mode Moreau GmbH
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Parasol Apres Sky
2.1 km
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skyline - CAFÉ | BAR | LOUNGE (2.450 m)
2.1 km
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kitz900m Aprés Ski
5.5 km
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Schirmbar Stangerbauer
9.5 km
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Eisbär-Bar
9.9 km
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Salettl - Bar Bara
10.4 km
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Christl's Alm
10.5 km
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Pavillon Après-Ski Bar
10.6 km
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Barracuda Club Kaprun
10.8 km
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Sip and Savour Bar
11.2 km
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AreitLounge
14.5 km
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Container Bar
14.6 km
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Cabrio, Bar & Restaurant
14.7 km
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Bar
15.0 km
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larissa
15.0 km
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
Nightclub Nachtfalter
9.9 km
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Discothek Insomnia Kaprun
10.8 km
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Rockfest Fusch
11.4 km
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TOMS bar & lounge
17.2 km
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senSATion Club Zell am See
17.2 km
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Insider Bar
17.2 km
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Pinzgauer Diele - Pizzeria - Disco - Apres Ski
17.3 km
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GreensXL
17.3 km
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Pop up AS Mare
17.3 km
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Haus Noblesse
17.4 km
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Club Kristall
22.7 km
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Schwips Après-Ski
22.7 km
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Schwips Club
22.8 km
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Après Ski & Nightclub Castello
22.8 km
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OFF PISTE BAR Aprés Ski Bar & Night Club Saalbach
22.8 km
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