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Stanserhorn Cabrio

Experience the Stanserhorn Cabrio from Stans to 1,898 metres, enjoying spectacular panoramic views of Lake Lucerne, the surrounding Alps and Central Switzerland aboard the world's first open-top cable car.

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Overview

The Stanserhorn Cabrio is the spectacular open-top cable car experience connecting Stans with Stanserhorn at 1,898 metres above sea level. Featuring the world’s first open-top upper deck, it offers an unforgettable journey with panoramic views across Central Switzerland.

Passengers enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne, the surrounding Alps and the Stanserhorn landscape as the Cabrio cable car climbs towards the summit.

Experience

The Stanserhorn Cabrio is the highlight of every visit to Stanserhorn, transporting visitors from Stans to the summit at 1,898 metres above sea level. The journey combines a historic funicular railway with the world’s first open-top cable car, offering spectacular views across Central Switzerland.

Upon arrival at Stanserhorn, visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic viewpoints, mountain restaurants, scenic walks and hiking opportunities. Whether you’re travelling with family, friends or as a couple, the Cabrio offers one of the most memorable mountain experiences in Switzerland.

The open-top upper deck is the unique highlight of the journey, allowing visitors to experience the fresh alpine air and unobstructed views of Lake Lucerne, the surrounding Alps and the Stanserhorn landscape.

Highlights

🚠 Open-Top Cabrio Cable Car

Ride the world’s first open-top cable car and enjoy an unforgettable journey towards Stanserhorn.

🏔️ Stanserhorn Summit

Reach the summit at 1,898 metres above sea level and enjoy spectacular panoramic views.

🌄 Central Switzerland Panorama

Take in breathtaking views across Lake Lucerne, the surrounding Alps and Central Switzerland.

📸 Unforgettable Photo Spots

Capture spectacular scenery from the open-top upper deck and the Stanserhorn summit.

🥾 Gateway to Hiking

Discover scenic hiking trails around Stanserhorn and explore the alpine landscape on foot.

🚞 Scenic Journey from Stans

Combine the funicular railway with the Cabrio cable car for a unique journey from Stans to the summit.

Route

Follow the Stanserhorn Cabrio from Stans to Stanserhorn and enjoy one of Switzerland’s most unique mountain journeys. The historic funicular railway and open-top cable car combine to create an unforgettable ascent with spectacular views across Central Switzerland.

  • 🚞 Board at Stans
    Begin your journey from Stans aboard the historic funicular railway.
  • 🚠 Continue by CabriO
    Change at the intermediate station and continue towards Stanserhorn aboard the world’s first open-top cable car.
  • 🏔️ Arrive at Stanserhorn
    Reach the summit at 1,898 metres and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views across Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps.
  • 🚠 Return Journey
    Travel back to Stans by CabriO cable car and funicular railway, enjoying the mountain scenery along the way.

Timetable

🚞 10 min

Depart from Stans

Begin your journey from Stans aboard the historic funicular railway.

🚠 CabriO

Continue to Stanserhorn

Change to the open-top CabriO cable car and enjoy spectacular views during the ascent.

🏔️ 1,898 m

Arrive at Stanserhorn

Enjoy panoramic views across Lake Lucerne, Central Switzerland and the surrounding Alps.

Prices

🎫 One-Way Ticket

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Half Fare Card / GA Reduced Fare
Children Discounts Available

 

🎫 Return Ticket

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Half Fare Card / GA Reduced Fare
Children Discounts Available

Tickets

🎫 Purchase Stanserhorn Cabrio tickets online or at the Stans station.
📱 Mobile tickets are accepted for convenient boarding.
🚆 Swiss Travel Pass and Half Fare Card discounts may be available.
👨‍👩‍👧 Children and families can benefit from reduced fares and special offers.
⚠️ Check current operating times and ticket availability before travelling during busy periods.

Tips

📷 Stand on the open-top upper deck for the best panoramic views during the CabriO journey.
🌤️ Visit on a clear day for the best views across Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps.
🧥 Bring a warm layer as temperatures can be cooler at the Stanserhorn summit.
🥾 Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to explore the hiking trails around Stanserhorn.
📸 Head to the panoramic viewpoints after arrival for spectacular Central Switzerland photos.
🚠 Combine the historic funicular railway with the CabriO for the complete Stanserhorn experience.

FAQ

Yes. The Stanserhorn Cabrio offers a unique mountain experience with the world’s first open-top cable car, spectacular panoramic views and easy access to the summit at 1,898 metres above sea level.

The journey starts in Stans, where you take the historic funicular railway to the intermediate station before continuing to Stanserhorn aboard the CabriO cable car.

The journey from Stans to Stanserhorn takes around 25 minutes, including the funicular railway and CabriO cable car sections.

Yes. Stanserhorn offers several scenic hiking trails and easy walks around the summit, with beautiful views across Central Switzerland and the surrounding Alps.

From the summit, you can enjoy panoramic views across Lake Lucerne, Central Switzerland and the Swiss Alps. On clear days, numerous mountain peaks and lakes can be seen from the panoramic viewpoints.