First Cliff Walk Tickets It is sponsored by Tissot and is therefore free of charge for everyone. However, you'll need to buy a gondola ticket in order to get here from Grindelwald. You can also hike to First from Grindelwald, but it's a very long and steep climb that will take you half a day, so not really recommended.

Yes, you can absolutely hike up to Grindelwald First from the village of Grindelwald, though it is a physically demanding ascent that takes most hikers between 3 and 4 hours. The trail covers an elevation gain of approximately 1,100 meters (3,600 feet) over a distance of about 7-8 kilometers. The path is well-marked and winds through lush alpine meadows, traditional Swiss farmsteads, and dense forests, offering spectacular views of the Eiger North Face and the Wetterhorn as you climb. Most people choose to take the 25-minute gondola ride up and hike down, which is much easier on the cardiovascular system but harder on the knees. If you choose to walk up in 2026, you will be rewarded with a quieter experience away from the tourist crowds until you reach the summit area, where the Cliff Walk by Tissot and the First Flyer attractions are located. It is essential to carry plenty of water and check the mountain weather forecast, as conditions in the Bernese Oberland can change rapidly even in the peak of summer.