Independent guide, not the lift operatorTickets are bought from the operatorUpdated November 2026

Nordkette cable car, Innsbruck

The Nordkette cable car rises directly from Innsbruck and is the most reviewed mountain ride we found: 4.8 from 1,206 reviews on GetYourGuide (November 2026). It is a good plan B when Stubai Glacier is clouded in.

By Stubaiglacier.com editors · Updated

The Nordkette lifts leave from the city centre and are the quickest way to get above the roofs of Innsbruck. We did not read the operator’s page, so we quote only GetYourGuide ratings and a single secondary price.

Which ticket

How it compares with Stubai Glacier

The glacier is higher and needs a 45-minute trip, see the day-trip plan and the Top of Tyrol page. The Nordkette is the weather-proof alternative that starts in town.

Stay

Staying in Innsbruck puts the cable car within reach. See where to stay in Innsbruck.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does the Nordkette cable car cost?

One secondary source (tourismattractions.net) lists a Hafelekar return at about EUR 44. We did not check the operator, so verify.

Is the Nordkette a good alternative to Stubai Glacier?

Yes when the glacier is clouded in: it starts in Innsbruck and needs no drive.

Is there a combination ticket?

GetYourGuide lists Alpenzoo and Top of Innsbruck together, rated 4.6 from 425 reviews.

How high does it go?

We did not verify the height, so we give none.

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