--- title: Zwölferhorn Cable Car url: "https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401184/zwoelferhorn-cable-car.html" description: "A little taste of the joy of reaching the summit awaits hikers and nature lovers at the Zwölferhorn.The 1,522-meter-high Zwölferhorn is not only St. Gilgen’s local mountain but also one of the most beautiful scenic peaks in the Salzkammergut, which you can reach in just 11 minutes via the Zwölferhorn cable car.The gondolas offer a comfortable ride, a breathtaking view, and plenty of space. This makes the Zwölferhorn accessible to everyone, including families with children and all their gear.The hike from St. Gilgen takes 2.5 to 3.0 hours, depending on your pace and fitness level, and there are cozy places to stop for refreshments along the way!A mountain with countless possibilitiesZwölferhorn Puzzle Rally for FamiliesTwelve stations have been set up along the Pillstein Panorama Trail, explaining exciting natural phenomena and traditional customs in a fun and engaging way.Just let your mind wanderThe Panorama Sun Terrace, along with regular yoga sessions and sound meditations, invite you to enjoy nature and draw strength from the tranquility.Von Trapp Family Mini MuseumNew as of late May 2026: Just a short walk from the mountain station, discover the true story of the von Trapp family—the family that inspired the world-famous film “The Sound of Music.”ParaglidingThe Zwölferhorn is an absolute hotspot for paragliders and offers fascinating, unforgettable views of the lakes of the Salzkammergut. The Zwölferhorn cable car takes you to the launch site in just eleven minutes.Up the Mountain with Solar PowerSince summer 2024, the Zwölferhorn cable car has been the first in the world to transport guests up the mountain using pure solar power.The photovoltaic system achieves a direct self-sufficiency rate of over 90%. From February to November, the gondolas even float up to the Zwölferhorn completely energy-autonomously.\"Member of the Best Austrian Summer Mountain Railways.\"" date: 2012-06-19 modified: 2026-03-06 --- # Zwölferhorn Cable Car Zwölferhorn Cable Car ======================= St. Gilgen, Salzburg, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/445992/C3ECBD2EB22168EBC69B487B8CD49AF122BF5EA4973DADBC327DE59887B56389/zwoelferhornzwoelferhornseilbahn-jpg.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/445987/E0029BB70068159175293B780459AD199FB543BCFEAF388B8C8F4A7092C149C7/zwoelferhornseilbahnzwoelferhornseilbahn-jpg.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/445984/731BB9B4940F24AB2CBE9775034856AA1B978EE71D17A332E63C4900F8F72371/daszwoelferzwoelferhornseilbahn-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Zwölferhorn Seilbahn Close copyright [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/445992/C3ECBD2EB22168EBC69B487B8CD49AF122BF5EA4973DADBC327DE59887B56389/zwoelferhornzwoelferhornseilbahn-jpg.jpg "© Zwölferhorn 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Konrad-Lesiak-Platz 3 5340 St. Gilgen [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Konrad-Lesiak-Platz%203%2C%205340%20St.%20Gilgen "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Konrad-Lesiak-Platz%203%2C%205340%20St.%20Gilgen "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.7654305&lon=13.3642702&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) A little taste of the joy of reaching the summit awaits hikers and nature lovers at the Zwölferhorn. The 1,522-meter-high Zwölferhorn is not only St. Gilgen’s local mountain but also one of the most beautiful scenic peaks in the Salzkammergut, which you can reach in just 11 minutes via the Zwölferhorn cable car. The gondolas offer a comfortable ride, a breathtaking view, and plenty of space. This makes the Zwölferhorn accessible **to everyone, including** families with children and all their gear. The hike from St. Gilgen takes 2.5 to 3.0 hours, depending on your pace and fitness level, and there are cozy places to stop for refreshments along the way! **A mountain with countless possibilities** **Zwölferhorn Puzzle Rally for Families** Twelve stations have been set up along the Pillstein Panorama Trail, explaining exciting natural phenomena and traditional customs in a fun and engaging way. **Just let your mind wander** The Panorama Sun Terrace, along with regular yoga sessions and sound meditations, invite you to enjoy nature and draw strength from the tranquility. **Von Trapp Family Mini Museum** New as of late May 2026: Just a short walk from the mountain station, discover the true story of the von Trapp family—the family that inspired the world-famous film “The Sound of Music.” **Paragliding** The Zwölferhorn is an absolute hotspot for paragliders and offers fascinating, unforgettable views of the lakes of the Salzkammergut. The Zwölferhorn cable car takes you to the launch site in just eleven minutes. **Up the Mountain with Solar Power** Since summer 2024, the Zwölferhorn cable car has been the first in the world to transport guests up the mountain using pure solar power. The photovoltaic system achieves a direct self-sufficiency rate of over 90%. From February to November, the gondolas even float up to the Zwölferhorn completely energy-autonomously. "Member of the Best Austrian Summer Mountain Railways." [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Zwölferhorn Cable Car** Konrad-Lesiak-Platz 3 5340 St. Gilgen Phone +43 6227 2350Show no. 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Simona Stedile-Foradori Konrad-Lesiak-Platz 3 AT-5340 St. Gilgen seilbahn@zwoelferhorn.at https://www.zwoelferhorn.at UID: ATU 35055809 Vertretungsverhältnisse: Marketing und PR --- **We speak the following languages** German English [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ From 01.04.2026 daily from 9.00 - 17.00 (until 01.11.2026) **Closed on Thursday 23.04. and Friday, 24.04.2026** From Saturday, 25.04.2026 we will be open again daily from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. [https://www.zwoelferhorn.at/oeffnungszeiten/](https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zwoelferhorn.at%2Foeffnungszeiten%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cchristine%40wolfgangsee.at%7C31412f5f46364f88169b08de9b9f24bb%7C3fb297c329664f00b2c7813bb91bd234%7C0%7C0%7C639119304993127359%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ecnRvs%2FapwEzkcrQ01uRhUSSDAoZRKBDpYMMwavUxGA%3D&reserved=0) - opened daily [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Elevation**568 m **Accessibility / arrival**Coming from Vienna: Take the A1 motorway towards Linz/Salzburg - leave the motorway at the Mondsee exit (265) – follow the B road to St. Gilgen Coming from Munich: Take the A8/E52 motorway to Salzburg - bypass Salzburg A1 towards Vienna – take the exit (274) at Thalgau towards Hof bei Salzburg – at the roundabout take the 158 road to Hof, Fuschl and St. Gilgen Coming from Vienna or Germany: by train to Salzburg (Hauptbahnhof) In the square outside the station take bus number 150 to St. Gilgen (Busbahnhof) Coming from Salzburg airport: Take bus number 2 to the Salzburg train station (Hauptbahnhof) – from there take bus number 150 to St. Gilgen (Busbahnhof) Parking: Either directly at park deck of the valley station or [Parking Helenenstraße](https://wolfgangsee.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430002869/parkplatz-helenenstrasse-naehe-zwoelferhornseilbahn-und-busbahnhof.html) (also for coaches) **Parking**- Garage-parking: 84 **Parking fees**Parking Helenenstraße € 4,50 per day. [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Toilet facility - Diaper room [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**Round-trip ticket for adults: €36.00 Family (2 adults + 1 child) €84.00, each additional child €18.00 Family (1 adult + 1 child) €51.00 **Payment methods** Cash payment **Debit and credit cards** ATM card Mastercard Visa **Discounts (Memberships)** [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for kids (all ages) - Suitable for pushchairs - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Completely suitable for wheelchairs. The object complies with the legally stipulated ÖNORM. **Access**- ramp accessible **other information**- handicapped accessible lift - Escort required - Restaurant / coffee shop - Toilet facility for disabled people - Toilet facility for disabled people in the restaurant area [ Inspiration ](#ttgCollapseMultimedia) ----------------------------------------- **[ YouTube image gallery ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6-0eVy58tA "Link will open in a new window")** [To the website](https://www.zwoelferhorn.at "New window") powered by [TOURDATA](https://www.tourdata.at "New window") [ ![TOURDATA Logo](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/templates/global/images/Logo-Tourdata.png "TOURDATA Logo") ](https://www.tourdata.at "New window")