05/28/2026
Concrete work at the valley station & wooden anchor wall for new ski slope access
Construction of the new Walmendingerhorn cable car in summer 2026
After more than 60 years, an era will end at the Walmendingerhorn after the 2025/2026 winter season. This cable car has accompanied generations of locals and visitors, taking them to the mountain for unforgettable experiences.
Every ending also marks a new beginning. The modernization at the Walmendingerhorn is all about greater comfort, quality, and accessibility.
Our guests 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 waits thanks to increased capacity.
The Walmendingerhorn cable car is scheduled to reopen on December 24, 2026.
The construction diary for the new Walmendingerhorn cable car
Here you can follow what's happening on the construction site.
2026
Beiträge aus dem Q1 2026
Beiträge aus dem Q2 2026
Beiträge aus dem Q3 2026
Beiträge aus dem Q4 2026
successful building permit hearing
successful building permit hearing
Preparatory measures
Last day of operation
Groundbreaking ceremony & start of construction
Groundbreaking ceremony & start of construction
Dismantling of the old cabins and cables
Crane assembly & demolition of the valley station
Felling of support 1 & demolition of mountain station
Construction site update with Leo
Removal of the gearbox
Felling of support 1 & commissioning of the material ropeway
More impressions of the construction site
Concrete work at the valley station, construction of a timber anchor wall & reinforced earth at the mountain station
Concrete work at the valley station & wooden anchor wall for new ski slope access
Reopening of the new Walmendingerhorn cable car
05/18/2026
Concrete work at the valley station, construction of a timber anchor wall & reinforced earth at the mountain station
Visible progress is being made at the construction site: At the end of April, preparations for support pillar 2 were carried out using a walking excavator.
Since mid-May, drilling work for the anchors has also been underway at the mountain station. Simultaneously, the timber anchor wall, including reinforced earth, is being constructed there. The first concrete work at the valley station has also begun.
Another crane was delivered to the Ifen parking lot on May 18th and then airlifted by helicopter to support pillar 2 the following day – a spectacular step on the way to the new cable car.
05/18/2026
More impressions of the construction site
05/06/2026
Removal of the gearbox
04/20/2026
Felling of support 1 & demolition of mountain station
Another visible step forward at the Walmendingerhorn: Support 1 has been successfully dismantled.
At the same time, the material ropeway – the "lifeline" of the construction site – is now operational.
Demolition work at the mountain station is also in full swing. 🚠
04/09/2026
Crane assembly & demolition of the valley station
Another major milestone has been reached: The crane has been erected – ready for the upcoming work. The necessary crane components were flown by Super Puma helicopter from the Ifen parking lot to the Walmendingerhorn mountain station. 🚁
At the same time, the interior demolition of the valley station has begun, making way for the new building. 🚧
04/01/2026
Dismantling of the old cabins and cables
Another important step has been completed: The old cabins of the Walmendingerhorn cable car have been dismantled and the cables successfully removed.
Preparations for the next construction phases are underway – the first crane components have already been prepared.
This clears the way for the upcoming work on the new building.
03/16/2026
Groundbreaking ceremony & start of construction
The current focus is on making room for the new railway line. The following steps will be taken in the coming weeks.
- Partial demolition of the valley and mountain stations
- Dismantling of the existing cable car technology, including cable storage
- Preparations for the erection of the construction cranes, planned for April
03/15/2026
Last day of operation
02/26/2026
Preparatory measures
Over the next few weeks, the mountain will be prepared for the summer renovations. The Walmendingerhorn cable car is still operating in winter mode.
- Carrying out the necessary clearing work
- Construction of the material cableways – these are necessary to transport the building materials up the mountain later.
02/25/2026
successful building permit hearing
After many months full of talks, figures, plans, discussions and decisions, the building permit has been granted - we can now officially begin work!
Oberstdorf · Kleinwalsertal Mountain Railways continue to invest in the future of tourism
Approximately 26 million euros for more comfort, accessibility and quality
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.
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The Walmendingerhorn – an experience even without the cable car
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.
