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Is there a discount to Grindelwald first by Swiss Travel Pass?

Grindelwald First with the Swiss Travel Pass If you're holding a Swiss Travel Pass, your cable car journey from Grindelwald to First would be at a 50% discounted price. Activities must be paid for individually over and above the cable car ticket and can be chosen from.



Yes, holding a Swiss Travel Pass provides a significant discount for the cable car journey from Grindelwald to Grindelwald First. While the Swiss Travel Pass allows for "free" travel on most Swiss trains, buses, and boats, most mountain excursions (like cable cars and funiculars) are categorized as "private railways" and typically offer a 50% discount rather than being fully covered. In 2026, a standard return ticket to First is roughly CHF 68, so with the pass, you would pay approximately CHF 34. It is worth noting that for those under 25, the "Swiss Travel Pass Youth" offers the same percentage discount. Once at the top, the famous First Cliff Walk by Tissot is free for all visitors. However, additional adventure activities like the First Flyer, First Glider, or Mountain Cart are not included in the pass discount and must be paid for at the full rate. If you plan to spend multiple days in the Jungfrau region, you might also compare this to the "Jungfrau Travel Pass," which provides full coverage for these lifts during its period of validity, though the Swiss Travel Pass remains the best all-around value for country-wide transit.

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Grindelwald First with the Swiss Travel Pass If you're holding a Swiss Travel Pass, your cable car journey from Grindelwald to First would be at a 50% discounted price. Activities must be paid for individually over and above the cable car ticket and can be chosen from.

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Swiss Travel Pass/GA travelcard: Your return ticket to the Grindelwald valley station is included in the price.

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It is always better to book your Grindelwald First tickets online and in-advance to avoid queue lines. Some of the thrill activities like First Mountain Cart and Trottibike scooter are available during summer months only. Hence, plan your trip accordingly.

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Swiss Travel Pass Benefits The Jungfrau 'Top of Europe' requires a surcharge and in the high season a seat reservation (5 CHF) might be required. Swiss Travel Pass gives you a 100% Discount for the journey from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen/Wengen and Grindelwald.

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The Swiss Travel Pass includes all journeys by train, bus and boat. In addition, during the validity of the pass you get free admission to over 500 Swiss museums and 50% discount on most mountain railroads (Rigi, Stoos and Stanserhorn free).

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How can I get to Grindelwald-First? A. The only way to access Grindelwald-First is by cable car from the Grindelwald valley station. You can either get to the station directly by car or take a train to Grindelwald main station and then walk along Dorfsrasse to get there.

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Tickets to the First Cliff walk in Grindelwald The good thing is there is no entrance fee to walk the Cliff Walk because it is sponsored by Tissot. You do however need to buy a cable car ticket to reach First mountain station, or hike up from Grindelwald to First.

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Swiss Travel Pass.
  • Unlimited travel by train, bus and boat.
  • Unlimited travel on premium panorama trains (seat reservation fees and/or surcharges apply)
  • Unlimited use of public transport in more than 90 towns & cities.
  • Free admission to more than 500 museums.
  • Mountain excursions included: Rigi, Stanserhorn and Stoos.


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The Swiss Travel Pass covers the Jungfrau Area, providing you access to many stunning destinations. However, it's important to note that while most of the area is included, the specific route from Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch is not covered entirely.

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To get to Grindelwald First by car, follow the road from Interlaken to Wilderswil, and take a left turn at Gündlischwand. Grindelwald is situated at the end of the road, making it easy to find. The drive from Interlaken takes approximately 30 minutes.

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On the sunny side of the Grindelwald valley, the gondola lift runs from the glacier village of Grindelwald towards First, at 2168 m above sea level. During the 25-minute ride you're guaranteed a breathtaking view of the mountain landscape.

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If you're planning a trip to Grindelwald, Switzerland, I recommend spending 1-2 days there. In 1-2 days, you can have fun at Grindelwald-First, enjoy the stunning Swiss Alps, take a scenic train ride and visit popular attractions such as the Jungfraujoch or the Eiger Trail.

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Best time to visit Grindelwald This part of the Alps is pleasant to visit year-round, but the best weather is between June and October. The average temperature in July and August is around 64°F (20°C), and it rains very little during that time.

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