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Kaprun High Mountain Reservoirs

Two turquoise reservoirs at 2,000 metres, reached by buses and one of Europe's largest inclined lifts.

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Time needed
Half a day
Entry
Paid
Best time
June–October
Area
Kaprun

Turquoise reservoirs and huge dams at over 2,000 m.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Kesselfall, 5710 Kaprun

  • From Kaprun: Drive or bus to the Kesselfall car park, then special buses and the Lärchwand inclined lift.
  • Season: Usually open from late May to October.
  • Dam walk: Walk across the Mooserboden dam wall.

The story of the Kaprun reservoirs

The Kaprun reservoirs, Wasserfallboden and Mooserboden, were built for hydroelectric power in the mid-20th century. They sit at about 2,000 metres among glaciers and peaks over 3,000 metres high.

The journey is part of the adventure: buses climb through tunnels, and the open-air Lärchwand inclined lift carries passengers up a steep slope. At the top, you can walk on the dam walls and visit exhibitions about water power.

Best time to visit

Best season

July to September.

Best time of day

Morning for clear views.

Weather

It is cool at the dams; bring a jacket.

Tips before you go

  • Open in summer only. Walk across the dam wall.
  • Join a guided dam tour to see inside the wall.
  • Walk the "Höhenburg" viewpoint path above the Mooserboden lake.

Best hotels near the Kaprun reservoirs

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Grand Hotel Zell am See

Historic hotel on a lakeside peninsula.

See prices

Mavida Balance Hotel & Spa

Spa hotel near the lake.

See prices

Hotel Salzburgerhof

Family-run luxury hotel with a large spa.

See prices
All hotels near the Kaprun reservoirs

What's around the Kaprun reservoirs

  • MooserbodenUpper reservoir.
  • WasserfallbodenLower reservoir.
  • Lärchwand inclined liftOpen-air incline.
  • KitzsteinhornGlacier nearby.

Questions travellers ask

When are the Kaprun reservoirs open?

Usually late May to October.

How high are they?

About 2,000 metres.

Can I drive all the way?

No, special buses and an inclined lift take you up.

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