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Eisriesenwelt

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  • Eisriesenwelt Werfen – World’s Largest Accessible Ice Cave
    Eisriesenwelt Werfen – World’s Largest Accessible Ice Cave
    Photo: Eisriesenwelt GmbH
Discover the Eisriesenwelt in Werfen - the largest ice cave in the world - and marvel at spectacular ice formations deep inside the Tennengebirge mountains.
High above the Salzach Valley near Werfen lies one of Austria’s most remarkable natural wonders: Eisriesenwelt - the largest ice cave in the world. Hidden within the limestone mountains of the Tennengebirge, this vast cave system stretches for more than 40 kilometres.

The cave was first explored in 1879 by the Salzburg natural scientist Anton von Posselt-Czorich. In the following decades, dedicated cave explorers continued to map and study the impressive ice formations and extensive labyrinth of passages. Today, Eisriesenwelt is one of the most spectacular natural attractions in Austria.

Your visit begins with an hike through the alpine landscape or a cable car ride before reaching the impressive cave entrance. Inside, guided tours lead you through a mysterious world of ice and rock. Climbing numerous steps, you pass towering ice walls, frozen waterfalls and shimmering ice formations that glow in the light of the lamps.

Temperatures inside the cave remain below freezing throughout the year, so warm clothing is essential even in summer. The unique combination of nature, science and adventure makes Eisriesenwelt a truly unforgettable experience for visitors exploring the hidden world inside the mountains.

Opening times

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Open May 01, 2026 through Oct 31, 2026 from 08:30–15:00 .
🐕 Dogs welcome 

Public transport

Take the regional bus 670 or the Pinzgau Lokalbahn train to Zell am See. From there, continue by ÖBB train to "Bahnhof Werfen". From the station, a bus service takes you directly to the Eisriesenwelt Werfen.

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Parking facilities are available at the Eisriesenwelt Werfen. Especially in July and August and on rainy days, parking spaces may become limited. In this case, a shuttle service from Werfen is available.

Coordinates

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47.503403, 13.189645
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47°30'12.2"N 13°11'22.7"E
UTM
33T 363666 5262696
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Eishöhlenstraße 30
5450 Werfen
+43 6468 5248 https://www.eisriesenwelt.at E-mail: info@eisriesenwelt.at
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