Kaiserlift

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Float up into the natural paradise

Over alm meadows. Between the treetops. Surrounded by the Tyrolean mountain landscape. Idyllic peace. The Kaiserlift Kufstein takes you from the nature-bound fortress city up into the Kaiser Mountains nature reserve. Thirty minutes to switch off, relax and enjoy yourself. In 2014/ 2015 the summer cable car was completely renovated and revitalised. Since May 2015 it has once again been carrying people comfortably upward. The Brentenjoch top station is located at 1,256 m, 700 m higher than Kufstein and surrounded by the Alpine Kaiser Mountains with it‘s untouched landscape. A unique hiking and excursion paradise in Tyrol, for everyone from families to ambitious mountaineers. Over 1,000 kilometres of varied hiking paths. Awareness spots . Viewpoints. Culinary delicacies served in traditional huts. Special events on the mountain provide new ways to enjoy nature. Guided discovery tours invite you to dive into the geological past. Explore the secrets of the Kaiser Mountains.

At a glance

  • 01.05. – 02.11.2025
  • Kaiserlift operates daily from 08:30 AM to 04:30 PM.
    Last ascent at 04:15 PM (arrival at the mountain by 04:45 PM).
    Last descent at 04:30 PM.
  • Bottom station: 500 m
  • Top station: 1,256 m
  • Behind the scenes of the Kaiserlift

    Behind the scenes of the Kaiserlift

    The Kaiserlift Kufstein looks back on a lively history. It has provided decades of enjoyment and had new life breathed into it with an overall refurbishment and revitalisation in 2014/2015. The modernised summer cable car surprises with a number of innovations. A look behind the scenes of one of the last single seat-cable cars in Austria.

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Tariffs

Single ticket

Type: Trips: Adults: Group: Children:
Section I and II: Brentenjoch top station Ascent and descent EUR 23,50 EUR 21,00 EUR 11,50
Section I and II: Brentenjoch top station Ascent or descent EUR 16,50 EUR 15,00 EUR 8,00
Section I or II: Duxer Alm middle station Ascent and descent EUR 16,50 EUR 15,00 EUR 8,00
Section I or II: Duxer Alm middle station Ascent or descent EUR 12,00 EUR 11,00 EUR 6,00

Group ticket available for a minimum of 8 adults / children’s ticket valid until 18 years

Seasonal ticket

Type: Tarif
Adults in advance until 04.05.2025 EUR 84,00
Adults EUR 108,00
Children in advance until 04.05.2025 EUR 42,00
Children EUR 54,00
Family with children - advance purchase until 04.05.2025 EUR 151,00
Family with children EUR 174,00
Single parent with children - advance purchase until 04.05.2025 EUR 116,00
Single parents with children EUR 141,00

Single parents or families with children include: 1 or 2 adults and all children up to 18 years old living in the same household, as well as students up to 26 years old, disabled persons (from 70%), civil and military service members (all with proof!)

Free ride with the KufsteinCard and KufsteinerlandCard

Kaiserlift is included in the KufsteinCard and KufsteinerlandCard. The KufsteinCard is available year-round at the Stadtwerke Kufstein or Kufstein town hall. During lift operation, the cards can also be bought directly at the Kaiserlift. Find out more
Guests will receive their KufsteinerlandCard directly from their accommodation provider. The guest card is already valid on the day of arrival (minimum stay one night). Find out more

The Kaiserlift Kufstein is part of Austria's largest mountain experience in the Alps

Due to the partnership of the Bergbahnen Wilder Kaiser (Ellmau - Going) with the Kaiserlift Kufstein new perspectives are opened up for all hiking and nature lovers thanks to combination tariffs.
The Kaiserlift can be used with the Bergbahn Erlebnis-Card Wilder Kaiser-Brixental (day or season ticket)! With only one ticket you have access to 15 mountain railroads, seven unique mountain adventure worlds ('BergErlebnisWelten'), the Naturerlebnis Kaisergebirge, over 700 km of well-maintained hiking trails, the KaiserJet and 30 bonus partners.

The Bergbahn Erlebnis-Card Wilder Kaiser - Brixental is available at the SkiWelt as well as at the Kaiserlift and the Stadtwerke Kufstein.

Guided explorations

Hike and learn at the same time – this is possible in the Kaiser Mountains nature reserve high above Kufstein. These exciting tours are a great free offer for all nature lovers. Whether you’re a guest in Kufsteinerland or live here: Our guides, all specialists in their particular area, introduce you to the world of the Kaiser Mountains nature experience.

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3 facts about the Kaiserlift

Timeless: The Kaiserlift takes you up into the Kaiser Mountains nature reserve every day from May to October.

Comfortable: The Kaiserlift reaches the Brentenjoch top station within 30 minutes.

Beautiful: Idyllic, with traditional huts as well as energy and awareness spots.

Kaiser Mountains nature reserve panoramic map

Discover the diversity of the Kaiser Mountains hiking paradise. Over 1,000 kilometres of hiking paths. Steep Alpine paths. Leisurely routes. Challenging tours. Relaxed family hikes. The Kaiser Mountains nature reserve panoramic map is a treasure map full of hiking enjoyment.

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Stories behind the stories. From the Kufsteinerland blog.