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Ticket Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
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Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
The Glacier Gorge Grindelwald is a unique adventure world with 300 meter high rock walls. It is accessible via wooden walkways and a large spider net. The gorge was created by the recession of the Lower Grindelwald Glacier. Canyon swing and climbing are popular sports here.
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The Glacier Gorge Grindelwald is a unique adventure world with 300 meter high rock walls. It is accessible via wooden walkways and a large spider net. The gorge was created by the recession of the Lower Grindelwald Glacier. Canyon swing and climbing are popular sports here.
Opening hours
Open today- Mon07:30–18:00
- Tue07:30–18:00
- Wed07:30–18:00
- Thu07:30–18:00
- Fri07:30–18:00
- Sat07:30–18:00
- Sun07:30–18:00
Ticket Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
4.683 reviews800+ bookingsOfficial ticketVisit the glacier gorge in Grindelwald! An easy hike takes you through the rocky gorge and to the accessible spider's web.
- Spectacular and accessible gorge at the Grindelwald Glacier
- Easy hike along paths and through tunnels and rock galleries at the foot of the north face of the Eiger
- Accessible spider web of 170 m² for climbing and balancing over 7 meters
Duration1 hr
Free cancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Starting pointGletscherschlucht Grindelwald
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Ticket Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
4.683 reviewsTicketsVisit the glacier gorge in Grindelwald! An easy hike takes you through the rocky gorge and to the accessible spider's web.
- Spectacular and accessible gorge at the Grindelwald Glacier
- Easy hike along paths and through tunnels and rock galleries at the foot of the north face of the Eiger
- Accessible spider web of 170 m² for climbing and balancing over 7 meters
Important information
Inclusions
- Entrance to the glacier gorge
- Entering the secured spider web
- Children up to 6 years free of charge
Important information
+ Suitable for children under supervision + Dress: warm jacket and sturdy shoes
Duration1 hrs
Free cancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Meeting pointGletscherschlucht Grindelwald
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4.683 reviewsTicketsVisit the glacier gorge in Grindelwald! An easy hike takes you through the rocky gorge and to the accessible spider's web.
- Spectacular and accessible gorge at the Grindelwald Glacier
- Easy hike along paths and through tunnels and rock galleries at the foot of the north face of the Eiger
- Accessible spider web of 170 m² for climbing and balancing over 7 meters
Important information
Inclusions
- Entrance to the glacier gorge
- Entering the secured spider web
- Children up to 6 years free of charge
Important information
+ Suitable for children under supervision + Dress: warm jacket and sturdy shoes
Duration1 hrs
Free cancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Meeting pointGletscherschlucht Grindelwald
fromCHF 21per person
fromCHF 21per person
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- Canyon Swing Grindelwald Glacier Canyon
Canyon Swing Grindelwald Glacier Canyon
4.9(87)InterlakenTop ratedper person
from CHF 139
Canyon Swing Grindelwald Glacier Canyon
4.987 reviewsExperiencesJump 50 m into the Grindelwald Glacier Canyon. Attached to a rope, you will experience pure adrenaline in free fall and swing past steep gorge walls.
- Experience an impressive jump over the Lütschine river
- Pendulum past steep canyon walls
- Adrenalin kick: Jump 50 m into the glacier gorge in Grindelwald
Important information
Inclusions
- Canyon Swing
- Entrance to the Glacier Canyon
- Qualified guide
- Equipment & Introduction
- A drink after the trip
- At the meeting point in Interlaken: Transport to the glacier canyon and back
Important information
+ maximum weight including clothing and shoes: 120 kg + meeting point Interlaken: arrive 15 minutes early (Outdoor Base, Industriesstrasse 17, 3812 Wilderswil) + meeting point Grindelwald: arrive 5 minutes early (Glacier Gorge 1, 3818 Grindelwald)
Duration2–3 hrs
Free cancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Meeting pointJe nach gewählter Option: OUTDOOR - Interlaken Base, Industriestrasse 17, 3812 Wilderswil oder direkt in der Gletscherschlucht Grindelwald
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| Price | PriceCHF 21per person | PriceCHF 139per person |
| Rating | Rating4.6 / 583 Reviews | Rating4.9 / 587 Reviews |
| Popularity | Popularity800+ bookings | Popularity500+ bookings |
| Duration | Duration1 hr | Duration2 hr – 3 hr |
| Meeting point | Meeting pointGletscherschlucht Grindelwald | Meeting pointJe nach gewählter Option: OUTDOOR - Interlaken Base, Industriestrasse 17, 3812 Wilderswil oder direkt in der Gletscherschlucht Grindelwald |
| Provider | ProviderOutdoor Switzerland AG Berg- und Schneesport | ProviderOutdoor Switzerland AG |
| Cancellation | CancellationFreeup to 24 hours before | CancellationFreeup to 24 hours before |
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Good to know about Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
Travel guide
The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge shows very impressively the retreat of the Lower Grindelwald Glacier. As part of the Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Site, the glacier once completely covered the gorge with ice.
8 Highlights of the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge
- The glacier gorge with its 300 m high rock walls only became visible with the retreat of the glacier.
- The gorge shows a rocky landscape uniquely formed round by the ice
- a walkable spider net is stretched 7 meters high above the gorge.
- Special light conditions provide rare impressions
- Waterfalls of the white Lütschine fall thunderously downwards
- At the popular Canyon Swing adrenaline junkies jump 50 m deep into the gorge
- The canyon is about 1 km long and leads through several tunnels
- The climbing garden of the glacier gorge is also suitable for beginners
What awaits you in the Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
The Great Aletsch Glacier with more than 22 km length, the Aletsch Forest and the surrounding regions were named UNESCO World Heritage Site "Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch" in December 2001. This also includes the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge.
The glacier gorge itself only became visible due to the gradual retreat of the glacier. The centuries-long movements of the ice shaped the gorge. They created a unique landscape with very steep yet rounded rock faces. At the very bottom of the gorge flows the Lütschine, carrying melted glacier water. The river flows very fast and roaring, depending on the amount of glacial melt. There is always a light wind blowing in the glacier gorge. The unique light conditions make a visit an impressive experience.
The wildly romantic character of the glacier gorge is enhanced by waterfalls of the white Lütschine, which thunders down between the high rock walls
Season for the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge
The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge is open daily from May to mid-November and is accessible even in bad weather.
Get your ticket for the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge here.
Activities in the Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
Besides a short hike with sightseeing of the gorge landscape, other activities are possible. For example, you can climb over the rocks and over the spider web. For adrenaline junkies there is the exciting Canyon Swing.
Activities in the glacier canyon include:
- Visiting
- Climbing
- Canyon Swing
Visiting the Glacier Gorge
The Glacier Gorge is accessible via rock galleries, walkways and tunnels. The individual sections of the approximately 1 km long gorge have been divided into different theme worlds. A total of six areas provide interesting information about the history and formation of the gorge. The geology, the glacier as well as the developing water and its power are explained in detail. Stories about the myths supplement the information vividly on large panels.
The path leads along the rocks and the bottom of the gorge on wooden paths. It leads through several tunnels and always the view goes to the up to 300 m high and steep rock faces on both sides. The glacier gorge is one of the most impressive hiking destinations in Switzerland.
The length of the accessible gorge is about 1 km. It is also well suited for children under supervision, but not for baby strollers and wheelchairs. All paths are very well secured by metal railings and accessible in all weather conditions. However, you should wear sturdy shoes and warm jackets even in summer, as temperatures in the gorge are around 10 degrees Celsius.
Dogs are allowed here, they do not need a separate ticket. However, please note that some dogs are a bit anxious here. On the one hand, this is due to the footbridges if they are not used to them. On the other hand, the noise from the glacier stream may also be irritating.
Climbing
A massive spider web has been set up in the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge. The web covers an area of 170 square meters. The blue, coarse-meshed "Spiderweb" is mounted about 7 meters above the often roaring Lütschine river. You can walk or scramble on the web safely and test your balance skills. The web is especially impressive with several spots that light it up in different colors.
Climbing on individual rocks in the gorge is also popular. There is a climbing garden available for this. On gray slabs, you usually climb up using smoothly polished round grips. All routes are well secured and perfect for your next family outing. Colorful tile rows show you the way.
For beginners, this is a good place to practice handling the rope and try their hand at a multipitch route. In alpine terrain, it always requires good fitness, serious preparation, and solid technical skills in this mountain sport. Guided adventure offerings are therefore a great and safe way for beginners and families to start.
Canyon Swing
The jump-off point for the Canyon Swing in Grindelwald is located on a platform about 90 m above the glacier gorge. You'll be falling about 50 m. Unlike bungee jumping, where you jump headfirst, you'll be jumping feet first with the rope attached to your body. When you jump and swing out, you can reach speeds of up to 120 km/h. The rope then slows your free fall just above the river. You'll swing back and forth through the gorge several times.
This activity is run by local providers with professional guides. You can participate in the Canyon Swing from the age of 14 and a maximum weight of 120 kg.
Glacier Gorge Inn Grindelwald
Glacier Gorge Inn Grindelwald is located right next to the entrance to the Gletscherschlucht. The restaurant is open Wednesdays to Mondays from 09:30 - 19:00. It offers local specialties. These include cheese fondue, rösti and similar dishes. The inn offers double and family rooms for overnight stay.
Location and Access
The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge is located very close to Grindelwald. You can reach it from the village in about 30 minutes on foot.
Arriving by Car
From Interlaken, drive via Matten onto the Gsteigstrasse. From there, continue through Wilderswil, Gündlischwand, and Stegmatte, then follow the Lütschental to Burglauenen. Take the first exit at the roundabout onto Grindelwaldstrasse. You can reach D'Linia from Grundstrasse, which leads directly to the glacier gorge. There's a large parking lot on the right side. The driving time from Interlaken is about half an hour. The address is Gletscherschlucht 1, 3818 Grindelwald, in case you want to use your GPS.
Arriving by Public Transport
From Interlaken Ost, the Berner Oberland Railway takes about half an hour to reach Grindelwald Bahnhof. From there, the Grindelwald Bus line 122 takes approximately 15 minutes. Using public transport, you'll need about an hour from Interlaken to get to the glacier gorge.
Origin of the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge
The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge was formed by the Lower Grindelwald Glacier. This glacier was one of the largest in Switzerland. It flowed over the glacier gorge into the valley of Grindelwald with the Little Ice Age around 1500. Around 1600 even a part of the village had to be moved because it was covered by the glacier
It was not until the middle of the 18th century that the glacier retreated again over the Schopffelsen. Towards the end of the 18th century the glacier advanced again and reached the valley floor at the place of the present hotel "Gletscherschlucht". The ice was mined and used as a coolant until the First World War. The end of the glacier consisted of spectacular ice towers, which attracted tourists to the glacier as early as 1900
Since that time, the glacier retreated, but skiing was still done on it around 1950. Today there is no more ice in the glacier gorge.
The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge shows very impressively the retreat of the Lower Grindelwald Glacier. As part of the Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Site, the glacier once completely covered the gorge with ice.
8 Highlights of the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge
- The glacier gorge with its 300 m high rock walls only became visible with the retreat of the glacier.
- The gorge shows a rocky landscape uniquely formed round by the ice
- a walkable spider net is stretched 7 meters high above the gorge.
- Special light conditions provide rare impressions
- Waterfalls of the white Lütschine fall thunderously downwards
- At the popular Canyon Swing adrenaline junkies jump 50 m deep into the gorge
- The canyon is about 1 km long and leads through several tunnels
- The climbing garden of the glacier gorge is also suitable for beginners
What awaits you in the Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
The Great Aletsch Glacier with more than 22 km length, the Aletsch Forest and the surrounding regions were named UNESCO World Heritage Site "Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch" in December 2001. This also includes the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge.
The glacier gorge itself only became visible due to the gradual retreat of the glacier. The centuries-long movements of the ice shaped the gorge. They created a unique landscape with very steep yet rounded rock faces. At the very bottom of the gorge flows the Lütschine, carrying melted glacier water. The river flows very fast and roaring, depending on the amount of glacial melt. There is always a light wind blowing in the glacier gorge. The unique light conditions make a visit an impressive experience.
The wildly romantic character of the glacier gorge is enhanced by waterfalls of the white Lütschine, which thunders down between the high rock walls
Season for the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge
The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge is open daily from May to mid-November and is accessible even in bad weather.
Get your ticket for the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge here.
Activities in the Glacier Gorge Grindelwald
Besides a short hike with sightseeing of the gorge landscape, other activities are possible. For example, you can climb over the rocks and over the spider web. For adrenaline junkies there is the exciting Canyon Swing.
Activities in the glacier canyon include:
- Visiting
- Climbing
- Canyon Swing
Visiting the Glacier Gorge
The Glacier Gorge is accessible via rock galleries, walkways and tunnels. The individual sections of the approximately 1 km long gorge have been divided into different theme worlds. A total of six areas provide interesting information about the history and formation of the gorge. The geology, the glacier as well as the developing water and its power are explained in detail. Stories about the myths supplement the information vividly on large panels.
The path leads along the rocks and the bottom of the gorge on wooden paths. It leads through several tunnels and always the view goes to the up to 300 m high and steep rock faces on both sides. The glacier gorge is one of the most impressive hiking destinations in Switzerland.
The length of the accessible gorge is about 1 km. It is also well suited for children under supervision, but not for baby strollers and wheelchairs. All paths are very well secured by metal railings and accessible in all weather conditions. However, you should wear sturdy shoes and warm jackets even in summer, as temperatures in the gorge are around 10 degrees Celsius.
Dogs are allowed here, they do not need a separate ticket. However, please note that some dogs are a bit anxious here. On the one hand, this is due to the footbridges if they are not used to them. On the other hand, the noise from the glacier stream may also be irritating.
Climbing
A massive spider web has been set up in the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge. The web covers an area of 170 square meters. The blue, coarse-meshed "Spiderweb" is mounted about 7 meters above the often roaring Lütschine river. You can walk or scramble on the web safely and test your balance skills. The web is especially impressive with several spots that light it up in different colors.
Climbing on individual rocks in the gorge is also popular. There is a climbing garden available for this. On gray slabs, you usually climb up using smoothly polished round grips. All routes are well secured and perfect for your next family outing. Colorful tile rows show you the way.
For beginners, this is a good place to practice handling the rope and try their hand at a multipitch route. In alpine terrain, it always requires good fitness, serious preparation, and solid technical skills in this mountain sport. Guided adventure offerings are therefore a great and safe way for beginners and families to start.
Canyon Swing
The jump-off point for the Canyon Swing in Grindelwald is located on a platform about 90 m above the glacier gorge. You'll be falling about 50 m. Unlike bungee jumping, where you jump headfirst, you'll be jumping feet first with the rope attached to your body. When you jump and swing out, you can reach speeds of up to 120 km/h. The rope then slows your free fall just above the river. You'll swing back and forth through the gorge several times.
This activity is run by local providers with professional guides. You can participate in the Canyon Swing from the age of 14 and a maximum weight of 120 kg.
Glacier Gorge Inn Grindelwald
Glacier Gorge Inn Grindelwald is located right next to the entrance to the Gletscherschlucht. The restaurant is open Wednesdays to Mondays from 09:30 - 19:00. It offers local specialties. These include cheese fondue, rösti and similar dishes. The inn offers double and family rooms for overnight stay.
Location and Access
The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge is located very close to Grindelwald. You can reach it from the village in about 30 minutes on foot.
Arriving by Car
From Interlaken, drive via Matten onto the Gsteigstrasse. From there, continue through Wilderswil, Gündlischwand, and Stegmatte, then follow the Lütschental to Burglauenen. Take the first exit at the roundabout onto Grindelwaldstrasse. You can reach D'Linia from Grundstrasse, which leads directly to the glacier gorge. There's a large parking lot on the right side. The driving time from Interlaken is about half an hour. The address is Gletscherschlucht 1, 3818 Grindelwald, in case you want to use your GPS.
Arriving by Public Transport
From Interlaken Ost, the Berner Oberland Railway takes about half an hour to reach Grindelwald Bahnhof. From there, the Grindelwald Bus line 122 takes approximately 15 minutes. Using public transport, you'll need about an hour from Interlaken to get to the glacier gorge.
Origin of the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge
The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge was formed by the Lower Grindelwald Glacier. This glacier was one of the largest in Switzerland. It flowed over the glacier gorge into the valley of Grindelwald with the Little Ice Age around 1500. Around 1600 even a part of the village had to be moved because it was covered by the glacier
It was not until the middle of the 18th century that the glacier retreated again over the Schopffelsen. Towards the end of the 18th century the glacier advanced again and reached the valley floor at the place of the present hotel "Gletscherschlucht". The ice was mined and used as a coolant until the First World War. The end of the glacier consisted of spectacular ice towers, which attracted tourists to the glacier as early as 1900
Since that time, the glacier retreated, but skiing was still done on it around 1950. Today there is no more ice in the glacier gorge.