First Mountain Gondola Tickets

Discover stunning alpine vistas with your ticket for the Grindelwald First cable car. Ascend to the peak of First Mountain and see the world from an extraordinary perspective!

Reasons to Explore Grindelwald-First

This charming village located in the Bernese Oberland region of the Swiss Alps draws visitors with its breathtaking alpine landscapes, characterized by snow-covered peaks and glaciers, alongside outdoor adventures such as hiking, skiing, and mountaineering.

Encircled by prominent mountains like the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, this area offers an exceptional opportunity to appreciate the natural allure and thrill of the Swiss Alps.

Embarking on an Alpine Journey

Your journey begins at the Grindelwald Firstbahn station, where the cable car swiftly transports you to the First summit in a mere 25 minutes. From an impressive altitude of 2,168 meters (7,112 feet), you will be greeted with unforgettable views of the breathtaking Swiss rural landscape!

The cable car makes stops at Bort and Schreckfeld stations before reaching its final destination, where you can soak in the stunning panoramas.

First Cliff Walk by Tissot

With your ticket, you also gain access to the First Cliff Walk by Tissot. This notable observation deck features a panoramic platform elevated 45 meters (147 feet) above the gorge, providing a sweeping view of the majestic Alpine mountains.

This viewpoint ranks as one of Switzerland's most celebrated, showcasing impressive sights of nearby peaks such as Reeti, Faulhorn, and Wetterhorn.

Timetable

A series of daily cable cars link Grindelwald to First Mountain. The schedule for the 2023-2024 season is outlined below:

December 16, 2023 - January 12, 2024: Ascent 8 am - 3:45 pm | Descent 8 am- 4:15 pm

January 13, 2024 - April 1, 2024: Ascent 8 am - 4:15 pm | Descent 8 am- 4:45 pm

April 2, 2024 - May 8, 2024: Ascent 9 am - 4 pm | Descent 9 am- 4:35 pm

May 9, 2024 - September 15, 2024: Ascent 8 am - 5:30 pm | Descent 8 am- 6 pm

September 16, 2024 - November 3, 2024: Ascent 8 am - 5 pm | Descent 8:30 am- 4:30 pm

Adventure Activities on First Mountain

First Mountain also provides a variety of thrilling activities, such as the First Flyer and First Glider zip lines. Enjoying a ride on First Mountain Carts, an inventive blend of go-karts and sleds, or Trottibike Scooters is another exciting option.

For those interested in partaking in these adventures, we recommend securing the First Mountain Cable Car + Adventure Activities Ticket.