Schmittenhöhe Top Station: A Peak Experience
Reach new heights at Schmittenhöhe's top station: panoramic views, hiking trails, and ski slopes await in Zell am See's alpine paradise.
Ascend to 2000m via the Schmittenhöhebahn to reach the top station, offering panoramic views of Zell am See, the surrounding Alps, and a variety of year-round activities. It's a hub for hikers in summer and skiers in winter.
A brief summary to Schmittenhöhebahn top station 2000m
- Schmitten 46, Schmitten, 5700, AT
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the weather forecast before heading up, as conditions at 2000m can change rapidly.
- Purchase your Schmittenhöhebahn tickets online in advance to save time and potentially money.
- Wear appropriate footwear for hiking or skiing, depending on the season.
- Bring sunscreen and sunglasses, as the alpine sun can be intense, even on cloudy days.
- Take advantage of the panoramic restaurants at the top to enjoy a meal with a view.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Zell am See train station, take a local bus (lines 660, 670, or 680) towards Schmittenhöhebahn. The bus stop is directly at the base station of the Schmittenhöhebahn. From there, purchase a ticket for the cable car to the top station. The cable car ride takes approximately 20 minutes. Bus fare: ~€2-4. Cable car round trip: ~€35-45.
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Walking
From the center of Zell am See, it's approximately a 30-45 minute walk to the base station of the Schmittenhöhebahn. Follow the signs towards Schmittenhöhe. Once at the base station, purchase a ticket for the cable car to the top station. Cable car round trip: ~€35-45.
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Taxi
A taxi from Zell am See train station to the Schmittenhöhebahn base station takes about 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. From there, take the cable car to the top station. Taxi fare: ~€10-15. Cable car round trip: ~€35-45.
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