Full steam ahead through the National Park

Comfortably to the most beautiful destinations

Pinzgauer Lokalbahn train

A train ride to make hearts beat faster | © Florian Knapp

Pinzgauer Lokalbahn train

For over 115 years, the narrow-gauge railway has linked the towns of upper Pinzgau in the Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region. The modern trains of the Pinzgauer Lokalbahn train run hourly along the 53-kilometre route between Zell am See and Krimml. Whether you are a day-tripper, hiker, mountain biker or cyclist, you can reach the various destinations and starting points of your tour without stress and without traffic jams. 


Current notice!

The line between Niedernsill and Krimml was damaged by flooding in July 2021. The line is therefore closed until further notice. A bus replacement service has been set up. Trains between Zell am See, Piesendorf and Niedernsill will run as scheduled. 

Price hits

  • WEEKEND- and HOLIDAY TICKET: For € 23.00, up to three people travelling together can travel between Zell am See and Krimml on weekends (Saturday and Sunday) as often as they like. On public holidays this ticket is available for € 17.00.  
  • myRegio WEEKLY TICKET: Travel more and save money. With the myRegion weekly ticket you can explore the Pinzgau region by bus and train for only € 21.00. 

Nostalgic steam train rides

Full steam ahead through the Pinzgau | © Florian Knapp

Nostalgic steam train rides

The Pinzgau Lokalbahn train was established in 1898 and is a special attraction not only for narrow-gauge enthusiasta. Enjoy a romantic ride on the over 100-year-old steam and diesel trains through the beautiful countryside of upper Pinzgau. 


Nostalgic steam train ride in summer 2024 - from Zell am See to Mittersill 

Every Thursday from 9th May to 26th September 2024

  • Route until 6th June 2024: Zell am See to Niedernsill
  • Route from 13th June 2024: Zell am See to Mittersill (in afternoon to Niedernsill)
  • Timetable nostalgic steam train
  • Tickets are available from the train gliders and the Customer Centre Mittersill . 
  • Access possible on the outward journey at all stations and stops! 
  • A reservation is required by phone +43 6562 40600