Kaprun High Mountain Reservoirs
Kaprun Stauseen
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
An impressive engineering marvel in the Austrian Alps, the Kaprun High Mountain Reservoirs feature two turquoise fjords at 2,040m, offering guided dam tours, hiking, via ferrata, and an Electricity Adventure World. Accessible by bus and inclined lift from late May to mid-October.

πŸ“œ Impressive engineering marvel in the Austrian Alps, featuring two turquoise fjords at 2,040m.
πŸ” Explore a blend of nature and technology, with dam tours, hiking, and via ferrata.

Why Go

🏞️ Marvel at massive dam structures and stunning alpine landscape
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Take guided tours inside the mighty dams
🌿 Explore high alpine herb or child-friendly Electricity trails
πŸ§—β€β™€οΈ Challenge yourself on via ferrata routes along the dam wall
πŸ’‘ Learn about hydropower in the Electricity Adventure World

Why Avoid

🚫 Bathing in glacier water is forbidden due to extreme cold
πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Cycling not allowed on access road due to narrow tunnels
πŸš— Direct car access to reservoirs not possible, requires transfer

Tips

πŸ—“οΈ Allocate a full day for the visit
πŸ§₯ Bring appropriate clothing as high mountain weather differs from valley
🎟️ Online ticket purchase recommended to avoid waiting times

Cost

πŸ’° Adults €38, children €21, family tickets €97, dam tour €11, dogs €9.

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily, late May/early June to mid-October, 8:10 am to 3:30 pm.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Free parking available in the parking garage at the ticket office.

β™Ώ Accessibility

Completely barrier-free, wheelchair-accessible, and stroller-friendly.

πŸ• Dogs

Leash and muzzle required in buses, muzzles available for rent.