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The World’s 100 Best Cable Cars & Mountain Railways

Mittagbahn

Immenstadt, Germany

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST CABLE CARS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 60 2026
Mittagbahn

Two-seater chairlift from the valley station near Immenstadt to the mountain station, with a mid-station between. Riders pass flower meadows and grazing cows, with views over the Iller valley, Alpsee and Kempten, then reach hiking trails and a toboggan run at top.

Highlights

  • Mid-station restaurant and playground
  • Alpsee lake and Kempten views
  • Summit hiking trails

Good to know

  • Open-top cabins without wind protection
  • Two sections, transfer at mid-station
  • Ticket queues can be long at peak times

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