Glacier 3000

Travel to the Swiss Alps to Glacier 3000 – a snow-covered wonderland located high in the mountains of Western Switzerland. Glacier 3000 is a one-stop destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Apart from the spectacular view, it offers an array of fun activities that will urge you to come back for more.

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Travel across Switzerland with one pass covering trains, buses, boats, city transport, select scenic routes, and 500+ museums.
Choose 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 consecutive travel days, ideal for packed itineraries with back-to-back city and mountain stops.
Ride premium panoramic routes like Glacier Express and Bernina Express, with seat reservations booked separately where required.
Get access to lake cruises, Mount Rigi, Monte Generoso, and discounts on Pilatus, Titlis, Glacier 3000, and Jungfraujoch.
Choose 2nd class for value or upgrade to 1st class for quieter coaches, wider seats, and extra legroom.

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Travel across Switzerland with one pass covering trains, buses, boats, city transport, select scenic routes, and 500+ museums.
Choose 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 consecutive travel days, ideal for packed itineraries with back-to-back city and mountain stops.
Ride premium panoramic routes like Glacier Express and Bernina Express, with seat reservations booked separately where required.
Get access to lake cruises, Mount Rigi, Monte Generoso, and discounts on Pilatus, Titlis, Glacier 3000, and Jungfraujoch.
Choose 2nd class for value or upgrade to 1st class for quieter coaches, wider seats, and extra legroom.

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Couple on cable car at Glacier 3000 with snowy mountain backdrop.

Couple walking on snowy path at Glacier 3000, Montreux, with scenic mountain views.

Couple on Glacier 3000 suspension bridge with mountain views, Geneva.

Glacier 3000 suspension bridge with snowy Alps in Montreux, Switzerland.

Cross-country skier on Glacier 3000 with Swiss Alps backdrop, near Montreux.

Day Trip to Glacier 3000 with Round-Trip Transfers from Geneva

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Enjoy convenient two-way bus transfers from Geneva with a driver-guide to Les Diablerets as you soak up the vast icy landscape of Glacier 3000.
Glide through the sky on a breathtaking cable car, a year-round snowy paradise for adventurers seeking outdoor thrills.
Indulge in an unforgettable experience at the Peak Walk, the iconic suspension bridge between 2 peaks, and the stunning Chairlift.
Explore the allure of Montreux, a town blessed with a mild climate and Mediterranean greenery.
Fun Fact: Charlie Chaplin immortalized Glacier 3000 in his film 'Modern Times' (1952), showcasing its scenic beauty to a global audience.

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Enjoy convenient two-way bus transfers from Geneva with a driver-guide to Les Diablerets as you soak up the vast icy landscape of Glacier 3000.
Glide through the sky on a breathtaking cable car, a year-round snowy paradise for adventurers seeking outdoor thrills.
Indulge in an unforgettable experience at the Peak Walk, the iconic suspension bridge between 2 peaks, and the stunning Chairlift.
Explore the allure of Montreux, a town blessed with a mild climate and Mediterranean greenery.
Fun Fact: Charlie Chaplin immortalized Glacier 3000 in his film 'Modern Times' (1952), showcasing its scenic beauty to a global audience.

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CHF 217

Pro tips to help you make a pick

The morning light on the Swiss Alps is magical. Arrive early to catch and capture this view. (Glacier 3000 opens at 9 AM)

Summer or winter, layered clothing is highly recommended.

If you’re an Astrophile, Glacier 3000 is the perfect place to stargaze. Take advantage of its high-altitude location and low levels of light pollution.

Weather conditions can change rapidly at this high altitude. It is imperative that you check openings for the day before planning. You can check the opening on the live info page (https://www.glacier3000.ch/en/information/live).

Babies under 2 years are not allowed at Glacier 3000 for medical reasons related to the high altitude.

About Glacier 3000

Feeling adventurous? Try the Peak Walk by Tissot atop the Glacier 3000. The world’s first suspension bridge connecting two mountain peaks is 107m long and offers grandiose views of the Alps.

Did you know?

The glacier at Glacier 3000 is called eternal ice because it consistently maintains ice cover throughout the year.

The Peak Walk by Tissot (a suspension bridge) is the first and only one of its kind. It’s a 107 meter long bridge that connects two mountain peaks (View Point and Scez Rouge).

With 520° circles, 10 curves, 6 waves and 3 jumps, the Alpine Coaster at Glacier 3000 is the highest summer toboggan run in the world.

With perpetual ice cover, Glacier 3000 offers the rare opportunity for skiing and snowboarding year-round.

Glacier 3000 hosts a one-of-a-kind annual trail run on a course that includes varied terrains, including snow and ice.

Why visit Glacier 3000?

Peak walk by Tissot Suspension Bridge

A suspension bridge (the only of its kind) that connects two mountain peaks (View Point and Scez Rouge), taking visitors to incredible heights (literally). The bridge is 107 meter long and 80 centimeters wide and offers grandiose views of Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

Ski & Snowboard

From an altitude of 3000 meter to 1300 meter, Glacier 3000 makes it possible for you to enjoy the easy slopes of the glacier, while surrounded by 24 snow-capped mountain peaks. Skiing is open from November to May.

Snowpark

Glacier 3000 is one of the few destinations which has a full snow park in November. Snowboarders and freestyle skiers (beginners, experts, and pros) from all over the world come here to train between November and early January.

Hiking

From easy family hikes to challenging alpine tours, Glacier 3000 has a hike for every visitor. 75 kilometers of marked mountain trails and alpine routes, hiking in the Glacier 3000 will bring you a sense of freedom (being out in the open, closer to the sky).

Highlights

Peak Walk by Tissot

The first and only of its kind, the Peak Walk by Tissot is a must-see attraction in Glacier 3000. It is a suspension bridge connecting two mountain peaks (View Point & Scex Rouge), offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Swiss Alps.

Glacier Walk

Walking on eternal ice at an altitude of 3000m can be an exhilarating experience! The goal of the Glacier Walk is the Restaurant Refuge l'Espace, which promises top quality culinary delights and a wonderful view down into the Derborence Valley and Valais. The walk is 3 km and takes about an hour.

Snow Bus

Hop on the snow bus to explore the icy landscape of the glacier. With space for 20 people, this is a pleasant way to experience the glacier and also provides access to areas of the glacier that are otherwise hard to reach on foot.

Alpine Coaster

Open during the summer season (May-November), is an adrenaline pumping, high-flying adventure. 520° circles, 10 curves, 6 waves and 3 jumps promise action-packed speeds of up to 40 km/hour on a one kilometer stretch.

Dog Sled Rides

Sit back and allow the huskies to take you around on their home ground in the alpine area of Glacier 3000. Reservation for this attraction is mandatory. Check information on availability here.