The CabriO is the world’s first open-air double-deck aerial cableway, featuring an open rooftop deck with no cables overhead. Passengers on the upper deck experience the ascent in the open air — with the headwind, unobstructed views, and the sensation of gliding past the support masts.
CabriO Stanserhorn
from: CHF 20.5
Duration
24 minutes from Stans to the Stanserhorn summit at 1,898 metres
Class
Historic open funicular from Stans to Kälti, then the world's first open-air double-deck CabriO cableway to the summit
Frequency
Departures every 30 minutes from 08:15 to 17:15, with evening trips on selected weekdays from May to October
Route Highlights
Stans → open funicular to Kälti → CabriO open-air cableway → Stanserhorn summit at 1,898 m with panoramic views of 10 Swiss lakes and 100 km of Alpine chain
Reservation required
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance; advance purchase recommended
Cabrio Stanserhorn is the world’s first open-air cable car, offering panoramic views on a mountain excursion near Lucerne.
Feel the wind in your face and drink in the views—first on the open funicular, rumbling and bumping just as it did 130 years ago, then on the rooftop deck of the futuristic CabriO aerial cableway.
Since 1893, the open wooden coaches have carried guests from Stans to the Stanserhorn. From the intermediate station, the CabriO with its open-air roof deck is the star attraction. Standing atop the double-deck panorama cabin—with no cables overhead—you’ll glide past the support masts, savoring the headwind and the sweeping vistas.
At the summit, a circular walk brings you to friendly rangers who can help identify flowers and mountain peaks. Lively marmots await halfway to the top, a favorite with younger visitors. Right beside the mountain station, the revolving restaurant adds a delicious finish to the experience.
Free cancellation — cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Information
- Altitude: 1,898 m a.s.l.
- Arrival: Train from Lucerne to Stans, walkway to the valley station (5 min), funicular with open coaches to Kälti, change to CabriO up to Stanserhorn
- Travel duration to summit: 24 min
- Top Attractions:
- Double-deck cableway CabriO with open-air upper deck
- Railway experience: Luzern – Engelberg Express
- Summit tour with Stanserhorn ranger
- Power place with 22,000 measured Bovis energy units
- Panoramic view onto 100 kilometres of the Alpine chain and 10 Swiss lakes
- Rotating restaurant with local ingredients
Schedule
- from 12 Apr – 23 Nov 2025
- Scheduled operation of the mountain railways from 08.15 h to 17.15 h at 30-minute intervals
- Evening trips: from May to October every Saturday and June to October every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, last descent at 11.00 p.m.
Tickets & Reservation
- Fully covered by Swiss Travel Pass (Flex)
- 50% discount with Swiss Half Fare Card
- 25% discount with Eurail / Interrail
What your ticket includes
A valid ticket CabriO Stanserhorn
World’s First Open-Air Double-Deck Cable Car
The CabriO is unlike anything else in the Alps — an open rooftop deck with no cables overhead and the wind in your face
130-Year-Old Open Wooden Funicular
The historic open coaches have been carrying guests from Stans since 1893 — a rare piece of living Swiss railway heritage
Panoramic View of 10 Swiss Lakes and 100 km of Alps
The Stanserhorn summit delivers one of the broadest lake panoramas in Central Switzerland, stretching across an entire century of Alpine peaks
Lively Marmot Colony on the Way Up
Friendly marmots make their home at the intermediate station — a guaranteed highlight for younger visitors and wildlife lovers alike
Power Place with 22,000 Bovis Energy Units
The Stanserhorn summit is a recognised energy point, measured at 22,000 Bovis units — a destination with a reputation well beyond its views
Revolving Restaurant with 100% Swiss Ingredients
The rotating summit restaurant serves regional alpine cuisine — including the signature Älplermagronen in an Edelweiss pan — using hand-picked Swiss ingredients
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Getting there | Train from Lucerne to Stans |
| Valley station | 5-minute walk from Stans station |
| First stage | Historic open funicular from Stans to Kälti (intermediate station) |
| Second stage | CabriO open-air double-deck cableway from Kälti to Stanserhorn |
| Total journey time | 24 minutes |
| Summit altitude | 1,898 metres above sea level |
| Operating hours | 08:15 – 17:15, every 30 minutes |
| Evening trips | Saturdays May–October; Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays June–October; last descent 23:00 |
| Season | 12 April – 23 November 2025 |
The Stanserhorn rises to 1,898 metres above the town of Stans in the canton of Nidwalden, just a short train ride from Lucerne. From Lucerne, take the train to Stans, then walk five minutes to the valley station where the historic open funicular departs. The wooden coaches — in operation since 1893 — climb to the intermediate station at Kälti, where passengers transfer to the CabriO, the world’s first open-air double-deck aerial cableway, for the final ascent to the summit. The full journey takes 24 minutes.
- Return journey on the historic open funicular from Stans to Kälti
- Return journey on the CabriO open-air double-deck cableway from Kälti to Stanserhorn
- Access to the Stanserhorn summit at 1,898 metres
- Summit tour with Stanserhorn ranger — help identifying flowers and mountain peaks
- Access to the circular summit walk
- Panoramic views of 10 Swiss lakes and 100 km of the Alpine chain
- Encounter with marmot colony at the intermediate station
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
| Pass | Discount |
|---|---|
| Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) | Fully covered |
| Swiss Half Fare Card | 50% discount |
| Eurail / Interrail | 25% discount |
The revolving summit restaurant is a destination in its own right — a rotating dining room with a sun terrace, large and small dining halls, and a self-service option for those who prefer a lighter stop. The culinary philosophy is rooted in regional and sustainable food culture, with hand-picked ingredients from Switzerland and the Alpine region at the heart of every dish. The signature speciality is Älplermagronen — traditional Alpine herder’s macaroni — served in a handcrafted Edelweiss pan made from 100% Swiss ingredients.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Season | 12 April – 23 November 2025 |
| Operating hours | 08:15 – 17:15, every 30 minutes |
| Evening trips | May–Oct Saturdays; June–Oct Thu, Fri & Sat |
| Last evening descent | 23:00 |
| Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) | Fully covered |
| Swiss Half Fare Card | 50% discount |
| Eurail / Interrail | 25% discount |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours in advance |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the CabriO and what makes it unique?
How do I get to the Stanserhorn from Lucerne?
Take the train from Lucerne to Stans, then walk five minutes to the valley station. From there, the historic open funicular departs for the intermediate station at Kälti, where you transfer to the CabriO for the final ascent. The total journey to the summit takes 24 minutes.
Is the Stanserhorn covered by the Swiss Travel Pass?
Yes — the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) fully covers the Stanserhorn, making it one of the few mountain excursions near Lucerne included at no extra cost. The Swiss Half Fare Card gives a 50% discount, and Eurail/Interrail holders receive a 25% discount.
Are there evening trips to the Stanserhorn?
Yes. Evening trips operate on Saturdays from May to October, and on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from June to October, with the last descent at 23:00. Evening visits offer a completely different atmosphere on the mountain, particularly during the summer months.
What food is served at the Stanserhorn summit?
The revolving summit restaurant specialises in regional alpine cuisine made from hand-picked Swiss ingredients. The signature dish is Älplermagronen — traditional Alpine herder’s macaroni — served in a handcrafted Edelweiss pan. The restaurant also features a sun terrace, self-service option, and multiple dining halls.
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