Ropeways in Stans (Nidwalden, Switzerland)
AI Abstract
In Stans, up until today, 9 lifts have been built. Today, 3 ropeways are in operation. The lifts come in various forms, including Funicular, Aerial Tramway, Gondola types. The facilities are located between 435 and 1850 meters. The lengths range from 382 to 2330 meters. The lifts in Stans are part of the regional tourism infrastructure.
Ropeways in Stans
Frequently asked questions
How many cable cars are there in Stans?
In Stans, there are currently 3 cable cars.
Which is the longest ropeway in Stans?
The longest ropeway in Stans is 60-person Aerial Tramway Kälti-Stanserhorn with a length of 2319 meters.
Which cable car in Stans has the greatest elevation gain?
The cable car with the greatest elevation gain in Stans is 60-person Aerial Tramway Kälti-Stanserhorn, with an elevation gain of 1139 meters.
Which cable car in Stans has the highest mountain station?
The cable car with the highest mountain station in Stans is 60-person Aerial Tramway Kälti-Stanserhorn, located 1850 meters above sea level.
Map of the ropeways (as of 2026)
Map legend: 
Ropeway in operation 
Ropeway out of operation 
Ropeway dismantled
Ropeways in Stans
| Location | Name | Type | Operating Time | Manufacturer | Options | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Stans (Bürgenstock) |  | Kehrsiten-Bürgenstock | 80-SPB | 1888 - 2011 | Bell | |
| | Stans (Stanserhorn) |  | Stans-Kälti | 40-SPB | 1893 - To date | Bell | |
| | Stans (Stanserhorn) | | Kälti-Bluematt | 40-SPB | 1893 - 1975 | Bell | |
| | Stans (Stanserhorn) | | Bluematt-Stanserhorn | 40-SPB | 1893 - 1975 | Bell | |
| | Stans (Fürigen) |  | Fürigenbahn | 16-SPB | 1927 - 2004 | Bell | |
| | Stans (Fürigen) | | Harissenbucht | 1-KBF | 1937 - ???? | Niederberger | |
| | Stans (Stanserhorn) | | Kälti-Stanserhorn | 40-LPB | 1975 - 2011 | Garaventa | |
| | Stans (Stanserhorn) | | Kälti-Stanserhorn | 60-LPB | 2012 - To date | Garaventa | |
| | Stans (Bürgenstock) | | Kehrsiten-Bürgenstock | 56-SPB | 2017 - To date | Garaventa | |
