Ropeways in Kriens (Lucerne, Switzerland)
AI Abstract
In Kriens, up until today, 7 ropeways have been built. Today, 3 ropeways are in operation. The ropeways come in various forms, including Gondola, Surface lift, Funicular types. The facilities are located between 505 and 1419 meters. The lengths range from 344 to 2810 meters. The ropeways in Kriens are part of the regional tourism infrastructure.
Ropeways in Kriens
Frequently asked questions
How many cable cars are there in Kriens?
In Kriens, there are currently 3 cable cars.
Which is the longest ropeway in Kriens?
The longest ropeway in Kriens is 4-person Gondola Krienseregg-Fräkmüntegg with a length of 2774 meters.
Which cable car in Kriens has the greatest elevation gain?
The cable car with the greatest elevation gain in Kriens is 4-person Gondola Kriens-Krienseregg, with an elevation gain of 513 meters.
Which cable car in Kriens has the highest mountain station?
The cable car with the highest mountain station in Kriens is 4-person Gondola Krienseregg-Fräkmüntegg, located 1419 meters above sea level.
Map of the ropeways (as of 2026)
Map legend: 
Ropeway in operation 
Ropeway out of operation 
Ropeway dismantled
Ropeways in Kriens
| Location | Name | Type | Operating Time | Manufacturer | Options | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Kriens |  | Sonnenbergbahn | 30-SPB | 1902 - To date | Bell | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) |  | Kriens-Krienseregg | 4-KBK | 1954 - 1996 | Bell | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Krienseregg-Fräkmüntegg | 4-KBK | 1954 - 1996 | Bell | |
|  | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Alp Fräkmünt | 2-SLE | 1955 - 1986 | ||
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Fräkmüntegg-Pilatus Kulm | 40-LPB | 1956 - 1983 | Von Roll | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) |  | Grauensteinboden (Langwasen) | 1-SLV | 1958 - 1965 | Baco | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Mülimäs | 2-SLE | 1963 - 1996 | Baco | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Fräkmüntegg-Pilatus Kulm | 40-LPB | 1983 - 2014 | Garaventa | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Alp Fräkmünt | 2-SLE | 1986 - To date | Borer | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Kriens-Krienseregg | 4-KBK | 1996 - To date | Garaventa | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Krienseregg-Fräkmüntegg | 4-KBK | 1996 - To date | Garaventa | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Alp Fräkmünt-Fräkmüntegg | 2-KBF | 2000 - 2017 | Bartholet | |
| | Kriens (Pilatus) | | Fräkmüntegg-Pilatus Kulm | 55-LPB | 2015 - To date | Garaventa | |
