⛰️Stanserhorn, Touch the Sky, Ride the Breeze
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🏔️Stanserhorn is a scenic mountain in central Switzerland, located near the town of Stans in the canton of Nidwalden. It rises to 1,898 meters (6,227 feet) and offers breathtaking panoramic views of 10 lakes, the Swiss Alps, and even as far as the Black Forest in Germany on clear days.
Highlights of Stanserhorn
1. 🚡The World’s First CabriO Cable Car
A major attraction is the CabriO cable car, the world’s first open-top double-decker cableway.
The top deck is open-air, allowing visitors to feel the mountain breeze and take unobstructed photos.
2. 🚞Funicular History
The journey begins with a historic 1893 wooden funicular railway, preserved from the Belle Époque era, before transferring to the CabriO.
3. 📸360° Panoramic Views
From the summit, you can see a sweeping panorama that includes Lucerne, Mount Pilatus, Lake Lucerne, and many Alpine peaks.
4. 🏞️Marmot Park
Near the summit, there's a marmot enclosure where you can watch these cute Alpine animals up close.
5. 🥾Hiking Paradise
Several trails start at the summit station, offering walks through wildflower meadows and alpine landscapes.
6. 🍟Revolving Restaurant – Rondorama
Enjoy Swiss cuisine in the Rondorama, a revolving restaurant that slowly spins to reveal the entire panoramic view.
🗺️ How to Get There
From Lucerne: Take a train to Stans (about 20 minutes), then walk to the funicular base station.
Ride the funicular to Kälti and transfer to the CabriO cable car for the final leg up to the summit.
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