Experience breathtaking nature and innovative technology at the Kaprun high mountain reservoirs. With the power of water, the two large reservoirs, Mooserboden and Wasserfallboden, supply renewable energy for Austria on a daily basis. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery, a visit to the reservoirs offers unforgettable views of one of the most beautiful mountain landscapes in the eastern Alps.
Join us on a guided tour of our power plants and dams and discover diverse leisure activities for young and old alike. Looking for relaxation and want to explore the most beautiful places in the region with your children? The Kaprun high mountain reservoirs offer just the right options for your trip to the mountains of the Hohe Tauern.
Nestled between snow-covered mountains and glaciers, directly bordering the Hohe Tauern National Park, are the Mooserboden and Wasserfallboden reservoirs. VERBUND offers you not only exciting insights into electricity generation, but also unforgettable experiences in nature.
In addition to interactive educational trails for children, well-maintained hiking trails and the challenge of the highest via ferrata on a dam wall, we also offer fun and adventure in equal measure.
Learn about electricity generation using hydropower and take part in a guided tour of the dam. Discover the legend of Kaprun with our guides: A rare opportunity to take a look behind the scenes.
The surrounding area on the Mooserboden has a lot to offer for families. Discover hiking, climbing or nature trails while enjoying the breathtaking landscape bordering the Hohe Tauern National Park.
Kaprun offers numerous attractions and events. The VERBUND children’s festival, guided via ferrata treks, flying foxes, hikes and tours in the Kaprun valley and around the Klammsee lake promise unique experiences and fun in the high mountains.
Experience the world of VERBUND and visit Austria’s most important storage power plant. For groups, clubs or educational institutions, we offer different modules for your visit. Combine adventure with learning and enjoyment.
The Alpine environment on the Mooserboden has a lot to offer nature lovers and mountain sports fans. Discover new hiking routes and climbing tours while enjoying the unique landscape bordering the Hohe Tauern National Park.
431 Metres in height and 8.2 metres track width. Europe’s largest open inclined lift and the world’s largest rail vehicle will transport you into an unparalleled Alpine landscape.
From June to September, we offer a special morning bus every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for hikers and mountaineers. The bus runs from Kassa Kesselfall to Mooserboden 2,040 metres above sea level at 6:45 a.m.
The photo webcam shows you the current weather situation every 10 minutes, as well as the atmosphere at the Mooserboden Reservoir. Let yourself be inspired and discover the surrounding area.
2024 SEASON: 7th June to 13th October
June: daily from 8:10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
July and August: daily from 8:10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
September and October: daily from 8:10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Your safety is important to us! The start and end of the season may be changed at any time due to weather and avalanches. Before arriving, please find out about the current operating hours.
Transfer buses and the Lärchwand inclined lift take you from Kassa Kesselfall to the Mooserboden Reservoir. There is no timetable for the transfer buses to the reservoirs; the buses run continuously (depending on the number of visitors). We try to keep any waiting times as short as possible.
Ascents
daily from 8:10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Last descent: daily at 4:45 p.m. July
July & August: daily at 5 p.m.
The ascent to the Kaprun high mountain reservoirs should take around 45 minutes.
| Ascent and descent | One-way trip | |
| Adults | €38.00 | €20.50 |
| Children born 2020 to 2025 | Free | Free |
| Children born 2010 to 2019 | €21.00 | €10.50 |
| Family ticket* | €97.00 | |
| Family ticket including dam tour* | €126.00 | |
| Dogs** | €9.00 | |
| Season ticket | €150.00 |
*Includes parents and max. three children.
**There is a general requirement for dogs to be leashed and muzzled in transport vehicles. We apologise for any inconvenience this might cause. Muzzles are available from Kassa Kesselfall.
Concessions: Disability card holder or wheelchair user: 50% discount on admission and all tours, plus 50% discount for any required companion.
| from June to September | Departure from Kesselfall | Ascent & descent | One-way trip | |
| Mountain bus | Saturday and Sunday | at 06:45 | €34.00 | €20.50 |
Only with advance registration;until 3:00 p.m. the day before. Click here to register for the mountain bus.
Adults
Ascent & descent: €34.00
Dam tour: €9.00
Children aged 6-15 years
Ascent & descent: €17.00
Dam tour: €6.00
*TOUR GROUPS: A minimum of 15 paying persons are considered to be a group. From this number onwards, the respective package (incl. all services) is free of charge for the bus driver & tour guide! The group offer is only valid for bus tour groups. Individual travellers arriving by car are not considered to be a group.
Adults: €11.00
Children (born 2020–2025): Free
Children (born 2010–2019): €7.00
Groups of 15 or more are kindly requested to register in advance!
Choose from our various voucher offers and give the gift of an extraordinary adventure with a visit to the Kaprun high mountain reservoirs.
Would you like to ask a question, book a guided tour or share your feedback with us? Send us an email or call us.
Our office hours are Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
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