Gurtenbahn Funicular

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The Gurtenbahn Funicular is a popular mountain railway that transports visitors from Wabern up to Gurten Hill. This short but scenic ride offers beautiful views over Bern and the surrounding landscape. It is the easiest and most enjoyable way to reach Gurten Hill without hiking.

What to See & Do

  • 🚠 Enjoy the scenic funicular 🏔️ ride in modern panoramic carriages 🚠
  • 🏙️ Capture the stunning Bern 🇨🇭 cityscape from the high vantage point 🔭
  • 🗼 Climb the observation tower 🗼 for 360-degree views of the Alps 🏔️
  • 🎢 Experience the summer toboggan 🎢 run or the miniature railway 🚂
  • 🚶 Explore the hilltop walking 🌲 trails and lush green meadows 🌿

How to Get There

  • 🚋 Take Tram No. 9 🚃 from Bern Main Station toward Wabern 🏘️
  • 🚉 Ride the S-Bahn (S3 or S31) 🚈 to the Wabern bei Bern station 🚉
  • 📍 Walk a few steps 👟 to the Gurtenbahn lower station at Mani-Matter-Platz 🏁
  • 🚲 Cycle from the city center 🚲 via well-signposted bicycle paths 🚵

Travel Tips

  • 🎫 Use your Bern Ticket 🏨 (provided by hotels) for a free funicular ride 🆓
  • ⏰ Check the last descent 🌙 (usually 23:45 Mon-Sat, 20:15 Sun) 🕙
  • 🪟 Sit at the bottom 🚠 of the carriage for the best views of the city 🏙️
  • 🧣 Bring a light jacket 🧥 as it is often cooler and windier at the top 🌬️

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🚉 03:00 PM – Arrive at the Gurtenbahn 🚠 lower station in Wabern 📍
  • 🚠 03:15 PM – Ride the funicular 🏔️ up to the summit (5-minute journey) ⏱️
  • 🔭 04:00 PM – Climb the tower 🗼 and explore the park’s scenic trails 🌲
  • 🌆 06:30 PM – Enjoy a sunset 🌅 drink or meal at a hilltop restaurant 🍽️
  • 🌙 07:30 PM – Take the return 🚠 funicular ride back to Bern city 🏙️

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily (hours vary by season)

Entry Fee:

Ticket Required: Yes

Best Time to Visit:

Afternoon or evening for views

Location

📌Gurtenbahn Funicular, Wabern – Bern, Switzerland

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