Cable Car Tours

Mount Pilatus Cogwheel Railway and Cable Car Tickets

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Enjoy a summer circuit on Pilatus with transport covered in one plan so you glide between valley and summit without extra bookings or planning.

Begin your self guided journey from either Alpnachstad or Kriens, then board the first lift or train and follow the circuit at your own pace.

Ride the panoramic gondola to Fräkmüntegg, then the Dragon Ride to Pilatus Kulm, then drop to Alpnachstad on the world's steepest cogwheel train.

At Pilatus Kulm, step onto the summit terrace for lake and mountain views, capture photos and take a breather before you continue your circuit.

Panoramic gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg

Cable car Dragon Ride between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm

Fastest cogwheel railway between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad

Access to panoramic terrace at Pilatus Kulm

Seat reservation on the cogwheel railway

Meals and drinks at Pilatus Kulm hotel or restaurants

Guided tours

Hotel pick-up and return transfer

Additional activities (adventure park, toboggan run)

Parking fees at the mountain stations Alpnachstad and Kriens

Start point
Kriens Valley Station
1. Fräkmüntegg
Hop off the gondola to ride the Dragon Ride aerial cabelway with floor-to-ceiling Alpine views.
2. Pilatus Kulm
End point
Alpnachstad
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Accessibility

All cogwheel trains, gondolas, and the Dragon Ride cable car are wheelchair-accessible.

You find wheelchair-accessible lifts, toilets, and barrier-free access at Pilatus Kulm.

Wheelchair users must reserve in advance to secure suitable transport.

Additional information

You should reserve seats on the cogwheel railway in nice weather, since reservations are not included.

The tour operates in almost any weather, so you should dress for changing mountain conditions.

Hiking trails to Pilatus Kulm may be partly covered in snow, even in summer.

You should always check the cogwheel railway and cable car timetables on your travel day.

Children aged 5 and under travel free on this experience.

Small dogs up to 30 cm travel free on Pilatus railways but must stay in a transport container for the whole journey.

Dogs over 30 cm or not in containers need their own dog ticket for all Pilatus railways.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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