The Pfänder - local mountain on Lake Constance
Der Pfänder
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
The Pfänder is a renowned local mountain on Lake Constance, offering a unique panoramic view of the lake and 240 Alpine peaks across Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. It provides diverse activities including an Alpine Wildlife Park, hiking, cycling, and dining experiences, all accessible via the Pfänder Panoramic cable car.

🏔️ Bregenz's local mountain on Lake Constance.
✨ Offers panoramic views and diverse activities.

Why Go

🏞️ Unparalleled panoramic views of Lake Constance and 240 Alpine peaks.
🐻 Explore the Alpine Wildlife Park with typical alpine animals.
🚶‍♀️ Hike or cycle on diverse trails.
🚠 Quick 6-minute ascent on Austria's third-oldest cable car.

Why Avoid

🚫 Cable car closed for annual inspection Nov 3-26, 2025.
⚠️ Paths and sports facilities used at own risk.
🚲 Bicycles not transported when ski lifts are operating.

Tips

👟 Wear firm footwear, weather changes quickly.
🐕 Dogs ride free, must be leashed (muzzled if dangerous).
👶 Children under 1.10m need adult accompaniment.

Cost

💰 Evening trips €90 per half-hour; coach parking €5 per hour, refunds for groups.

Hours

🕒 Cable car daily 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., closed Nov 3-26, 2025. Restaurants and wildlife park have varying hours.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Garage (max height 2.00m), open lot, disabled spaces.
✅ First three hours free for Pfänderbahn passengers with validated ticket.
🚌 Coach parking with drop-off area and fee-based lots.