Several years ago, my friend Mike shared a video with me of some insane ride called the Mieders Alpine Coaster. This video showed some wild yellow car zipping down a mountain somewhere in Austria. As this poor soul luged down the mountain screaming, I immediately knew that I had to add the Mieders Alpine Coaster to The Adventure Activities & Experiences List.

About The Alpine Mieders Coaster

The Alpine Mieders Coaster or the Serlesblitz, as it is also known locally, is a thrilling ride that starts atop the Koppeneck Mountain in the Stubai Alps of Tyrol, Austria.  You will definitely feel an adrenaline rush on this toboggan run, it is faster than you think. For about 10 minutes you zip down the 2.8km (1.7 Mile) track cruising around 40 curves and numerous drops along the way.

Is It Safe?

As an FYI, the Alpine Mieders Coaster is a “ride at your own risk” adventure. However, we found the coaster easy to manage and very safe to use. While sitting in each car the operator will strap you in with a seat belt. It is good to note that each car can reach speeds of nearly 42 km/hr (26 mph). But with the brake lever between your legs, you will find it easy to manage your speed. There are also a few signs along the track urging you to brake prior to steep drops. For this reason, you are not supposed to use your cell phone or hand held camera to take pictures while riding the Mieders alpine coaster. A Go-Pro type camera can be strapped to your stomach or head to film your ride.

Watch Us Ride The Alpine Mieders Coaster (SerlesBlitz)

Ticket Information

The Mieders Alpine Coaster Operates daily from 9 am to 5 pm during the Summer season. This is generally from the last weekend of from May until the last weekend of October.

The Cost of riding the toboggan can depend on you. As in most cases, the more you ride the cheaper it is per ride. You will also have the option of walking up Koppeneck Mountain or riding the Serlesbahen ski lift to the top. Below is the price grid but you can find more information here.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE: In wet or other, hazardous weather conditions, the Serlesbahnen Mieders can close the Mieders Alpine Coaster for safety reasons! Such closures do not qualify for a reimbursement of expenses!

Other Things To Do

• Go Hiking: Koppeneck Mountain is a great place for day hiking. You have several options:
  • Hike to the top of Koppeneck Mountain
  • Ochsenhütte is a traditional mountain hut about 30 minutes from Koppeneck Mountain Station
  • Maria Waldrast Monastery is one of the highest monasteries in Europe and is about 1 hour hike away from Koppeneck Mountain Station
• Ride the Serleszug train: This is fun little slow moving train that connects the Koppeneck Mountain Station with the Maria Waldrast Monastery
• Play at the Lakes: Serlesseen and Serleswasser are two man-made lakes. Though you cannot swim in either, there are plenty of fun activities like a swing set or a floating wooden platform to pull yourself across the lake.
• Go Mountain Biking: With signposted mountain bike trails, mountain bikers can cruise around enjoying the beautiful views of the Stubai area.
• Have a great lunch: Whether you bring a picnic lunch or decide to dine at Koppeneck-Hochserles Mountain Inn, you will be treated to a wonderful view of the Stubai Mountains.

How To Get There

Most likely you will be staying in nearby Innsbruck which is about 30 minutes away from Mieders. To get to Mieders, you have 2 options: renting a car or taking the public bus.

If you take the public bus from Innsbruck, you will want to ride the 590 A or B bus to Mieders. This will be the same bus number to return to Innsbruck. Ask the bus driver to drop you off at Serlesbahen which is right in front of the station. The cost of each ride is 4,50 € per person each way. You can find bus information here.

We Completed Bucket List Item #186) Ride The Mieders Alpine Solo Coaster In Austria

This bucket list item was truly a great adventure for us. Have you ever rode the Mieders Apline Coaster? Is it on your Bucket List? Let us know in the comments below!

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