Top of Tyrol is a steel-and-glass platform on the Stubai Glacier ridge at 3,210 m. It belongs to the lift operator, Stubaier Gletscherbahn. This guide is independent; tickets come from the operator (+43 5226 8141).
The route up
- Valley station Mutterberg to Eisgrat (about 2,900 m) with the 3S Eisgrat gondola.
- Eisgrat to Schaufeljoch (about 3,170 m) with the Schaufeljoch gondola.
- A walk of about 7 minutes to the platform at 3,210 m.
Allow about 20 minutes for the two rides. The platform page gives hours of 08:00 to 16:30 daily, with the first ride up at 08:00 and the last ride down from the top station at 16:15.
Good to know
- Access: the platform is not wheelchair accessible. Wear sturdy shoes, as the path can be snowy.
- Closures: after snowfall the platform may be closed because cornices up to 3.5 m can form.
- Cold: it is much colder than in the valley; see what to wear.
- Summer 2026: lifts ran to Top of Tyrol only from 4 July to 6 September. Other weeks stopped lower. Read the summer page.
- Price and winter pass: see tickets and prices.
Check the snow report and the platform status before you pay. Clouds at 3,000 m are common, and a ticket does not guarantee a view. Look at the weather and snow page and call the operator if in doubt.
Another high viewpoint near Innsbruck
If the glacier is closed or clouded in, the Nordkette cable car above Innsbruck is a lower alternative. See Nordkette.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Top of Tyrol?
From the valley station take the 3S Eisgrat gondola to Eisgrat (about 2,900 m), then the Schaufeljoch gondola to Schaufeljoch (about 3,170 m). The whole ride takes about 20 minutes, then you walk about 7 minutes to the platform.
Is Top of Tyrol open in winter?
Yes, the operator says it is included in the ski pass in winter. Walkers buy the winter hiking ticket at the valley ticket counter. The platform can close after snowfall because of cornices up to 3.5 m.
Is Top of Tyrol wheelchair accessible?
No. The operator states the platform is not wheelchair accessible.
What can you see from Top of Tyrol?
Tirol tourism describes a view of 109 peaks over 3,000 m. That figure comes from one source; clouds can hide the view completely.
What did it cost in summer 2026?
A return ride to Schaufeljoch was EUR 40.70 for an adult from 4 July to 6 September 2026. That season is over; summer 2027 prices were not published on 8 November 2026.
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