Following the modernization of the Fellhorn cable car I: https://www.ok-bergbahnen.com/unternehmen/qualitaetsmassnahmen/modernisierung-fellhornbahn/ and the revitalization of the Möser cable car: https://www.ok-bergbahnen.com/unternehmen/qualitaetsmassnahmen/sanierung-moeserbahn-i/, a key connection in the Fellhorn-Kanzelwand two-country ski area, the next major investment is planned for the Walmendingerhorn. With the investment and modernization program "OK in Motion," the Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal mountain railways are consistently pursuing their path toward sustainable tourism development.
Our mountains are a valuable natural, living, and economic space for all of us. Therefore, we treat them with great respect for nature and with the aim of making tangible improvements to what already exists. This way, you and we will continue to benefit from this special region for many years to come.
With the new Walmendingerhorn cable car, we are realizing a long-planned project close to our hearts to strengthen the region. This will ensure you can continue to reach our "relaxed" mountain safely and reliably in the future. We are acting with careful consideration – and take our responsibility for the landscape, our region and its inhabitants, as well as future generations, very seriously.
After more than 60 years, an era at the Walmendingerhorn cable car will come to an end after the 2025/2026 winter season. Generations of locals and visitors have been accompanied by this cable car, enjoying special experiences on the mountain.
Every ending also marks a new beginning. The modernization at the Walmendingerhorn is all about greater comfort, quality, and accessibility.
Our passengers can look forward to:
Unforgettable views thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, similar to those on the Fellhorn cable car.
More comfort for strollers, wheelchairs, or sports equipment thanks to barrier-free access.
A mountain experience without long waiting times thanks to increased capacity.
While we're busy building the new Walmendingerhorn cable car, you can still enjoy beautiful days on the mountain. Various hiking trails, alpine pastures, and viewpoints remain accessible despite the construction. This summer, simply enjoy the diverse flora of the Walmendingerhorn on foot.
In the coming weeks, the mountain will be prepared for the summer renovation. The Walmendingerhorn cable car is still operating in winter mode.
The final weekend of operation at Walmendingerhorn will be celebrated in style with several performances as part of the "Valley of Sound" music festival: https://www.ok-bergbahnen.com/genuss-sinne/veranstaltungen/valley-of-sound/. On Friday and Saturday, acts will perform at the Obere Lüchle Alpe.
On Sunday, March 15, 2026, we cordially invite you to a small musical finale on the summit sun terrace as part of Valley of Sound. A relaxed gathering with live music in our own restaurant will accompany the last day of operation and offer an opportunity to reflect on the past and look ahead to the future together.
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March 15, 2026, will be the last day of operation for the existing cable car. It will then be out of service until the 2026/2027 winter season, when the new Walmendingerhorn cable car will begin operating.
This transition is a special moment for us: a farewell to something familiar – and at the same time, the beginning of something new.
The current focus is on making room for the new cable car. The following steps are scheduled for the coming weeks:
