From early this morning it has been possible to travel up the Kitzsteinhorn mountain on the panorama railway. The panorama railway can transport a maximum of 1800 passengers per hour. Visitors can now use the 17 cableways and ski lifts on the Kitzsteinhorn. Peter Pr - auer emphasised that like all other Austrian facilities they comply with the toughest safety standards and have to undergo stringent regular tests and inspections. Even so, one further detailed safety check was carried out before they were re-opened to make sure everything operated smoothly.
Safety is our number one priority.
The tunnel was closed by the authorities so that the burnt-out train could be recovered. Through intensive co-operation with the Central Institute for Meteorology and Geodynamics, for example, it will now be possible for any sudden change in the weather to be detected early and appropriate action to be taken. The hotels and hostels in the area will also be informed of the latest situation. To make sure our visitors get the best possible service there will be people on hand in the valley and mountain stations to look after them and provide information material on the cableways said Mr. Pr auer. This tourist region depends on the Kitzsteinhorn For all of us in Kaprun , said Mayor Norbert Karlsb ck , the last few weeks have probably been the worst in our history.