Ropeways in St. Niklaus (Valais, Switzerland)
AI Abstract
In St. Niklaus, up until today, 6 cable cars have been built. Today, 4 ropeways are in operation. The cable cars come in various forms, including Aerial Tramway types. The facilities are located between 1139 and 1990 meters. The lengths range from 500 to 2162 meters. The cable cars in St. Niklaus are part of the regional tourism infrastructure.
Ropeways in St. Niklaus
Frequently asked questions
How many cable cars are there in St. Niklaus?
In St. Niklaus, there are currently 4 cable cars.
Which is the longest ropeway in St. Niklaus?
The longest ropeway in St. Niklaus is 4-person Aerial Tramway St. Niklaus-Jungen with a length of 2162 meters.
Which cable car in St. Niklaus has the greatest elevation gain?
The cable car with the greatest elevation gain in St. Niklaus is 4-person Aerial Tramway St. Niklaus-Jungen, with an elevation gain of 851 meters.
Which cable car in St. Niklaus has the highest mountain station?
The cable car with the highest mountain station in St. Niklaus is 4-person Aerial Tramway St. Niklaus-Jungen, located 1990 meters above sea level.
Map of the ropeways (as of 2026)
Map legend: 
Ropeway in operation 
Ropeway out of operation 
Ropeway dismantled
Ropeways in St. Niklaus
| Location | Name | Type | Operating Time | Manufacturer | Options | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | St. Niklaus |  | St. Niklaus-Sparren | 4-LPB | ???? - To date | Niederberger | |
| | St. Niklaus | | St. Niklaus-Chelzuzigji | 4-LPB | ???? - To date | ||
| | St. Niklaus |  | Quarzitsteinbrüche | 8-LPB | ???? - 2005 | ||
| | St. Niklaus | | St. Niklaus-Alp Riedji | 3-LPB | 1938 - To date | ||
| | St. Niklaus |  | St. Niklaus-Jungen | 4-LPB | 1980 - 1998 | ||
| | St. Niklaus | | St. Niklaus-Jungen | 4-LPB | 1998 - To date | Garaventa | |