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Glacier Canyon Grindelwald

1 - 2 hr
300 m rock walls
2 km circular trail
May – November

Season:

May November
Dates may vary due to weather conditions.

Key info

Our guides speak German & English
Total duration 1–2 hours, path length approx. 2 km round trip.
Open from April to November, depending on snow conditions.
Highlight: 170 m² Spiderweb, 7 m above the Lütschine.
Children under 6 years free.

Overview

Recommended for: Anyone drawn to places that still feel untouched.

The 300-meter-high walls of the canyon reveal traces of millennia of glacial power.

The Glacier Canyon Grindelwald is a experience that takes you into the history of the Grindelwald Glacier. As you walk along walkways and through tunnels between 300-meter-high rock walls, you hear the rushing Lütschine and discover themed areas on geology, water, and myths. A highlight is the 170 m² Spiderweb, a net over the gorge that offers new perspectives and a bit of thrill.

Itinerary

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How to get there

The Glacier Canyon is easily accessible by public transport or car. Only a limited number of paid parking spaces are available on site.

We recommend travelling by bus. The Grindelwald Guest Card is valid as a bus ticket. On bus line 120, the parking ticket from the Terminal parking garage is also valid as a bus ticket.

Timetables and connections: https://www.sbb.ch

  • From Grindelwald Terminal: bus 120 → “Aspi/Golf”, then 5–10 minute walk
  • From Grindelwald Station: bus 122 → “Gletscherschlucht” (directly at the entrance) or bus 120 → “Aspi/Golf”, then 5–10 minute walk
Entrance and Start

At the entrance, you receive you can purchase or show your ticket. Admission also includes access to the Crystal Museum. From here, you start on the secured walkway into the Canyon.

Path through the Canyon
1 - 2 hr

The path leads about 1 km deep into the canyon and back the same way. You walk through tunnels and galleries, see 300 m high rock walls, and learn more about geology, water, myths, and the former glacier from info boards. The temperature remains consistently cool.

Spiderweb

A highlight is the 170 m² net stretched 7 m above the Lütschine. Here you can move freely, test your balance, and see the canyon from a unique perspective.

After the Tour

At the end, you return the same way. At the exit, you can visit the Crystal Museum or pick up a souvenir from the shop.

What our guests think

What's included

Entry to Glacier Canyon

What to bring

Warm jacket
Shoes with good grip
Camera

OUTDOOR - Glacier Canyon Grindelwald

Gletscherschlucht 1, 3818 Grindelwald
Opening hours
Closed
today: 07:30 - 16:00

Weather info

General weather info

Weather can influence any tour, and a clear decision is often only possible on the day itself. We review conditions carefully and remain within our safety limits, and bad weather alone does not mean we have to stop.

Make sure we can reach you with current contact information in case your booking changes. Silence from us means your tour is still planned or the final call is not yet made. If we need to cancel, you can rebook, choose another activity, or get a full refund.

For detailed advice on how to prepare for (and enjoy!) bad weather days in Interlaken, check out our weather blog.

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OUTDOOR - Glacier Canyon Grindelwald

Gletscherschlucht 1, 3818 Grindelwald
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Frequently asked questions

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A warm jacket (even in summer, the canyon is a constant 10 degrees) and sturdy shoes with a non-slip sole.
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Bus 122 from Grindelwald station directly to the entrance, 15 minutes, free with the guest card.
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Daily from May to November, in summer until 8 pm.
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Plan for 1 to 2 hours, covering about 2 kilometres including the Spiderweb and Crystal Museum.
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About 1 to 2 hours.
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The Spiderweb is a walkable net, included in canyon admission. The Canyon Swing is a separate jump from 90 metres, booked separately.
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1 km each direction.
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Between 5 and 10 degrees celsius.
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Yes, often even more so: waterfalls get stronger, the light more dramatic, and the temperature stays at a constant 10 degrees.
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A walkable 170 m² rope net, stretched 7 metres above the Lütschine, used without harness or equipment.
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No booking needed, tickets are sold on site at the entrance.
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Yes, it works for children of any age, and under 6 is free.
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About two-thirds of the trail is easily accessible.
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Adults pay CHF 21, children aged 6 to 16 pay CHF 11, under 6 is free.
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Yes, with the Interlaken or Grindelwald guest card, you receive a CHF 2 discount per person. Tickets can only be purchased on site.
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