--- title: "SchafbergBahn railway & WolfgangseeSchifffahrt ferry service" url: "https://www.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/400929/schafbergbahn.html" description: Take the historic cog railway up the Schafberg mountain to a height of 1,783 metres and enjoy the amazing panorama of the Salzkammergut region from one of Austria’s most scenic mountain viewpoints. date: 2012-03-05 modified: 2026-06-30 --- # SchafbergBahn railway & WolfgangseeSchifffahrt ferry service SchafbergBahn =============== St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204498/B5087578D3883B44C8D57FD666EE4A76663580BF83D893AA53E59D7D356E02F1/schafbergbahn.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204499/32F703A004B63D8F3E45B51FC69A1A3F33DEFCD482139A1E7073422EA671B228/schafbergbahn.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204500/55C9EE3ABB0D8D2633BDB49AFB66767B561DA05C615AE569EFEFF94D651C9018/schafberg.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204498/B5087578D3883B44C8D57FD666EE4A76663580BF83D893AA53E59D7D356E02F1/schafbergbahn.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204498/B5087578D3883B44C8D57FD666EE4A76663580BF83D893AA53E59D7D356E02F1/schafbergbahn.jpg) © Open copyright © SchafbergBahn Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows an old steam locomotive pulling a carriage with many passengers. The locomotive emits steam and smoke, which indicates the use of coal as fuel. The carriage is typical for excursions and round trips on narrow-gauge railways.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204499/32F703A004B63D8F3E45B51FC69A1A3F33DEFCD482139A1E7073422EA671B228/schafbergbahn.jpg "© SchafbergBahn") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204499/32F703A004B63D8F3E45B51FC69A1A3F33DEFCD482139A1E7073422EA671B228/schafbergbahn.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a picturesque mountain landscape with high peaks that stand out in the wafts of mist. Lush vegetation with flowers can be seen in the foreground, framing the view of the imposing mountain world.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204500/55C9EE3ABB0D8D2633BDB49AFB66767B561DA05C615AE569EFEFF94D651C9018/schafberg.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204500/55C9EE3ABB0D8D2633BDB49AFB66767B561DA05C615AE569EFEFF94D651C9018/schafberg.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows an impressive mountain landscape with a picturesque building perched on a cliff. Other mountains and a blue lake can be seen in the background, forming a breathtaking backdrop.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204501/D2E52B122927BE001632011051D0A55D97072D3F9AA7F63D81EECF257F73EEA2/himmelspforte.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204501/D2E52B122927BE001632011051D0A55D97072D3F9AA7F63D81EECF257F73EEA2/himmelspforte.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows an impressive mountain landscape with high peaks and steep cliffs. A green meadow stretches out in the foreground, while a row of mountains can be seen in the background, shining in the sun. The scene conveys an atmosphere of tranquillity and grandeur.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204502/96911E7006091DCB31BFB06F58663AD584AB511658F6691F43C6BAA52FB35C42/schafberg.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204502/96911E7006091DCB31BFB06F58663AD584AB511658F6691F43C6BAA52FB35C42/schafberg.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a red mountain railway carriage travelling through a picturesque landscape. Impressive mountain peaks and a green mountain landscape can be seen in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204503/23354BCA0B408412B6F1A89E4FC3FD9C6FAAD9277588E5D77C790729601FDF53/schafbergbahn.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204503/23354BCA0B408412B6F1A89E4FC3FD9C6FAAD9277588E5D77C790729601FDF53/schafbergbahn.jpg) © Open copyright © Sbg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a red train travelling through a picturesque landscape. The train has large windows that provide a view of the surrounding mountains and forests. The surroundings are characterised by green hills and a clear atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204504/CFDBBC53AECB89BF48B21F2A1DD530BA3E824057B183D5EC3D9BC5F6629A6EB9/schafbergbahn.jpg "© Sbg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204504/CFDBBC53AECB89BF48B21F2A1DD530BA3E824057B183D5EC3D9BC5F6629A6EB9/schafbergbahn.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a picturesque high mountain landscape with a striking rocky outcrop in the sky. The setting sun bathes the scene in a warm, orange light and creates an impressive contrast between the dark rock and the colourful sky.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204505/1132C2CB1E623E2B0A4067C0BC38336DE2006F64DE5287556EC7C2F4818F17EB/schafberg.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204505/1132C2CB1E623E2B0A4067C0BC38336DE2006F64DE5287556EC7C2F4818F17EB/schafberg.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a picturesque landscape with a steep mountain road winding through a green, vegetation-covered range of hills. Snow-covered mountain peaks and a clear blue sky with wispy clouds can be seen in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204506/92921F39D97B54984776846CCA848479527E6677C3D4F97FBEB26A830F5C9503/schafberg.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204506/92921F39D97B54984776846CCA848479527E6677C3D4F97FBEB26A830F5C9503/schafberg.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a red train travelling through a picturesque mountain landscape. The scenery is surrounded by a green meadow and blue sky, creating an idyllic and peaceful atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204507/08ADA614F18541D88BA344BCFE08A7EC1A09A5DE1C415FA2C0608CF144134769/schafberg.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204507/08ADA614F18541D88BA344BCFE08A7EC1A09A5DE1C415FA2C0608CF144134769/schafberg.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a picturesque mountain landscape with a high rock formation. Two people stand on the edge of a cliff and enjoy the view over the green surroundings and the wide horizon.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204508/43F4604318A397A3836A5BBB6E6E24CCA267AB6844C35FD82712F5D7280E328E/schafberg.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204508/43F4604318A397A3836A5BBB6E6E24CCA267AB6844C35FD82712F5D7280E328E/schafberg.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a historic steam railway winding its way through a picturesque mountain landscape with green hills, forests and snow-capped mountains in the background. The train journey offers passengers an impressive panoramic view of the breathtaking natural surroundings.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204509/CBDB3BEBFB15A60320048F5D65A5ACE671283E0F45BAC53F0617ECEA90728193/schafbergbahn.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204509/CBDB3BEBFB15A60320048F5D65A5ACE671283E0F45BAC53F0617ECEA90728193/schafbergbahn.jpg) © Open copyright © Logo_Sommerbergbahnen Close copyright [ ![https://www.sommer-bergbahnen.at/](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204512/7B65C34D028053CAA02F088846E750EF3BF7DE1AAE11B10BDE372D85F976E27C/logosommerbergbahnen.jpg "© Logo_Sommerbergbahnen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204512/7B65C34D028053CAA02F088846E750EF3BF7DE1AAE11B10BDE372D85F976E27C/logosommerbergbahnen.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a red tourist train travelling through a snow-covered landscape. Snow-covered mountains can be seen in the background, forming a picturesque backdrop.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204510/282128592DA03ECAB6BD324707BDF65F38F27E69764C1D7FFDC6FB5C4C8CDA2B/weihnachtslok-der-schafberg-bahn.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204510/282128592DA03ECAB6BD324707BDF65F38F27E69764C1D7FFDC6FB5C4C8CDA2B/weihnachtslok-der-schafberg-bahn.jpg) © Open copyright © Foto Sturm Close copyright [ ![SchafbergBahn / WolfgangseeSchifffahrt in St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut: The picture shows a historic train travelling through a snow-covered winter landscape. Tall fir trees and other trees line the railway line, while snow-covered mountains can be seen in the background. The train itself has a characteristic red and green design and carries passengers through this idyllic winter landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204511/819A0A32248873533C1DA1F7B0B0EF45B308CF2A38BAA4D803AC7B55396C1065/schafberg-bahn.jpg "© Foto Sturm") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204511/819A0A32248873533C1DA1F7B0B0EF45B308CF2A38BAA4D803AC7B55396C1065/schafberg-bahn.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. pets allowed Markt 35 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Markt%2035%2C%205360%20St.%20Wolfgang%20im%20Salzkammergut "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Markt%2035%2C%205360%20St.%20Wolfgang%20im%20Salzkammergut "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.7392656397926&lon=13.439809083938599&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) Take a leisurely trip on this classic, olde worlde cog railway up the Schafberg mountain to a height of 1,783 metres. The steepest steam cog railway in Austria has been ascending the Schafberg Mountain from St Wolfgang since 1893. It takes 35 minutes to reach the summit, covering an ascent of 1,190 metres over 5.85 kilometres. The historic cog railway’s steam engines are among the oldest working locomotives in the world, though a journey up the Schafberg mountain is an unforgettable experience even with the more modern steam engines. The view from the summit is the most magnificent in the world-famous Salzkammergut. On a clear day, there is a 360° panoramic view over the region’s glittering lakes, including Wolfgangsee, Irrsee, Mondsee and Fuschlsee, taking in foothills of the Alps and extending as far as Lake Chiemsee in Germany. All around, the mountains soar majestically, from the Höllengebirge range to the Dachstein Mountains to the Watzmann massif. Facts: In operation: since 1893, not electrified Distance: 5.85 km Difference in altitude: 1,190 m Max. gradient: 26% Journey time: about 35 minutes [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **SchafbergBahn** Markt 35 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Phone [ +43 662 8884 - 9700 ](tel:+4366288849700) E-Mail [info@5schaetze.at](#mailto) Web [www.5schaetze.at](https://www.5schaetze.at "New window") [Book now](https://ticketing.5schaetze.at/de/Products/Tickets/ "New window") https://www.5schaetze.at --- **Contact person** Mr Dienststellenleiter Mario Mischelin Markt 35 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Phone [ +43 662 8884 - 9700 ](tel:+4366288849700) E-Mail [info@5schaetze.at](#mailto) Web [www.5schaetze.at](https://www.5schaetze.at "New window") --- **Legal contact information** Salzburg AG Tourismus GmbH Markt 35 AT-5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut info@5schaetze.at https://www.5schaetze.at --- **We speak the following languages** German English [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ [Timetable & prices](https://www.5schaetze.at/de/schafbergbahn/preise-und-fahrplan.html) **Closing day**- Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday - holiday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Accessibility / arrival**The station for the Schafberg mountain railway is located on your right, just outside the centre of St Wolfgang in the direction of the village of Ried. **Parking**- Parking space: 300 - Bus parking space: 10 [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Toilet facility **Other infrastructure**Lockable luggage storage [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**[Schedule and prices](https://www.5schaetze.at/de/schafbergbahn/preise-und-fahrplan.html) [book a ticket](https://ticketing.5schaetze.at/de/Products/Tickets/ "New window") **Payment methods** Cash payment **Debit and credit cards** American Express ATM card Diners Club Mastercard Visa **Discounts (Memberships)**- Salzkammergut Sommer-Card Uphill and downhill ride Normal price / special price Adults € 61.00 / € 58.20 - Salzkammergut Winter-Card Normal price / special price Adults EUR 45.50 / EUR 43.70 - Family Card OÖ Discount for two adults and children aged 4 to 14 (inclusive) based on the fare: \* SchafbergBahn railway (Family Ticket discount) \* WolfgangseeSchifffahrt ferry service (Wolfgangsee Family Ticket discount) [https://www.familienkarte.at/d…](https://www.familienkarte.at/de/familienkarte/vorteilsgeber/vorteilsgebersuchedetailseite/action.view/entity.detail/key.17136.html "Link will open in a new window") [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Pets allowed - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter **Other special suitabilities** Dogs are welcome (a fee will be charged), but please note that muzzles must be worn. Not suitable for people with walking difficulties, wheelchair users or prams as the ascent from the mountain station to the summit of Schafberg mountain is steep. [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Not suitable for wheelchairs. The property is not compliant with Austria's ÖNORM legal standard. [ Book now ](https://ticketing.5schaetze.at/de/Products/Tickets/ "New window") [To the website](https://www.5schaetze.at "New window") powered by [TOURDATA](https://www.tourdata.at "New window") [Suggest a change](#mailto) [ ![TOURDATA Logo](https://www.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/templates/global/images/Logo-Tourdata.png "TOURDATA Logo") ](https://www.tourdata.at "New window")