Ropeways in Embd (Valais, Switzerland)
AI Abstract
In Embd, up until today, 7 cable cars have been built. Today, 2 ropeways are in operation. The cable cars come in various forms, including Aerial Tramway, Surface lift types. The facilities are located between 902 and 1893 meters. The lengths range from 731 to 1051 meters. The cable cars in Embd are part of the regional tourism infrastructure.
Ropeways in Embd
Frequently asked questions
How many cable cars are there in Embd?
In Embd, there are currently 2 cable cars.
Which is the longest ropeway in Embd?
The longest ropeway in Embd is 8-person Aerial Tramway Kalpetran-Embd with a length of 932 meters.
Which cable car in Embd has the greatest elevation gain?
The cable car with the greatest elevation gain in Embd is 8-person Aerial Tramway Kalpetran-Embd, with an elevation gain of 523 meters.
Which cable car in Embd has the highest mountain station?
The cable car with the highest mountain station in Embd is 4-person Aerial Tramway Embd-Schalb, located 1893 meters above sea level.
Map of the ropeways (as of 2026)
Map legend: 
Ropeway in operation 
Ropeway out of operation 
Ropeway dismantled
Ropeways in Embd
| Location | Name | Type | Operating Time | Manufacturer | Options | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Embd |  | Derfji-Grossberg | 2-LPB | ???? - 2007 | Zurschmitten | |
| | Embd | | Grossberg | 2-SLE | ???? - ???? | ||
| | Embd |  | Embd-Schalb | 4-LPB | ???? - 2005 | Niederberger | |
| | Embd | | Rafgartu-Grossberg | 4-LPB | ???? - ???? | ||
| | Embd | | Kalpetran-Embd | 4-LPB | 1957 - 1987 | Brändle | |
| | Embd |  | Kalpetran-Embd | 8-LPB | 1987 - To date | Küpfer | |
| | Embd | | Embd-Schalb | 4-LPB | 2005 - To date | Von Rotz | |
