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Discover the adrenaline-pumping activities at Grindelwald First, from the thrilling Flyer to the scenic Trottibike. Find out how to get there and the latest gondola ticket prices for 2026.
Bachalpsee Lake, First
Glider / Flyer / Mountain Cart / Trottibike
When you think of Switzerland, you think of Grindelwald.
And when you think of Grindelwald, you think of First!
Taking the gondola up from Grindelwald, First is a dream destination
where you can enjoy spectacular hiking and thrilling activities all in one place.
It's a legendary, must-visit spot in Grindelwald!
First Adventure Activities
✅ First Flyer
✅ First Glider
✅ Mountain Cart
✅ Trottibike
First
📍 Firstbahn AG
Dorfstrasse 187, 3818 Grindelwald, Switzerland
📍 Grindelwald
Grindelwald, Switzerland
To reach the summit of First,
you'll need to head over to
the First Gondola Station in Grindelwald.
Grindelwald, Firstbahn
How to get to Grindelwald, Firstbahn |
A scenic 15-minute walk from Grindelwald Station By Bus: Routes 121 / 122 / 123 → Ride for free if you hold a Swiss Travel Pass or Jungfrau VIP Pass! |
First Gondola Ticket Prices
The cost of the gondola ride to the top of First
varies quite a bit depending on
which Swiss travel pass you have.
✔ Standard Round-trip Gondola Ticket: CHF 76
✔ Swiss Travel Pass Holders (50% Off): CHF 38
✔ Jungfrau VIP Pass Holders: Free
*You can often purchase discounted tickets in advance through official partner booking channels to save some extra travel budget!
Since activity tickets are purchased separately
at each starting point,
I highly recommend heading straight to your top-choice activity
as soon as you arrive!
Switzerland Travel Prep: The Swiss Travel Pass
Since traveling by train is the heart of any Swiss trip,
the ultimate way to slash your transit expenses is with the
Swiss Travel Pass
Swiss pass
While the Jungfrau VIP Pass is usually purchased in person
at stations like Interlaken Ost or West,
the Swiss Travel Pass can be booked online in advance!
Booking early means you can travel smoothly with a simple QR code. Don't forget to take advantage of special promotions and discount codes! :)
Swiss Travel Pass (Adult / 4-Day Continuous / 2nd Class Standard) | ||
MyRealTrip | ~$312 | |
Klook | ~$313 | |
KKday | ~$313 | |
▪️MyRealTrip June First-Come Coupon 25fragra ☞ Get a ~$2 discount on purchases over ~$64 ▪️KKday Coupon EU25JUN5000 ☞ Get a ~$3 discount on purchases over ~$128 |
Types of First Activities
When I visited 8 years ago, they only had the Flyer,
but now they've added the Glider, making it 4 thrilling activities in total!
These high-flying adventures are over in a flash,
but soaring through the air while looking down at the Swiss landscape
is an absolutely mind-blowing experience! *.* !!
First Activities: Types & Prices | ||
| Price Adult / Child | VIP Pass Discount Summer / Autumn |
First Flyer | CHF 31 / 24 | 30% / Free |
First Glider | ||
Mountain Cart | CHF 21 / 17 | |
Trottibike | ||
▪️ Jungfrau VIP Pass ☞ Gondola rides are free ☞ Activities are discounted in summer, free in winter ▪️All activities are first-come, first-served on-site / No advance reservations possible ▪️The highly popular First Flyer and First Glider close lines early ▪️Winter season - Mountain Carts and Trottibikes do not operate |
Jungfraubahnen Infoscreen Wartezeiten
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Through the link above,
You can check the live wait times for all activities in real-time,
so make sure to look ahead and plan your adventure schedule perfectly!
First Adventure Activities Breakdown
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| Departure Station | Arrival Station |
First Flyer | First | Schreckfeld |
First Glider | Schreckfeld (Round Trip) | |
Mountain Cart (approx. 30 mins) | Schreckfeld | Bort |
Trottibike (30 mins to 1 hour) | Bort | Grindelwald |
For sections where you don't want to do an activity,
you can simply ride the gondola down.
Just hop off at whichever station
you'd like to start your activity from!
In my case, since I only did the Trottibike ride,
✔ First - Bort: Gondola
✔ Bort - Grindelwald: Trottibike
This is how I got down!
If you want to do all the activities,
you can make your way down from First to Grindelwald
purely through rides, without taking the gondola at all! 🤩
Click to see detailed activity info
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Trekking to Lake Bachalpsee
The walk from First to Lake Bachalpsee
takes about an hour on foot.
As you walk towards the lake, marveling at the
magnificent Alpine peaks, you'll suddenly find
the serene, crystal-clear lake opening up right before your eyes! *,*
💡 Hiking Essentials to Pack
1. Comfortable shoes
2. Water and snacks
On a completely calm day when the wind is still,
the reflection of the Alps on Lake Bachalpsee
is an absolute masterpiece...
I only caught a faint glimpse of it on my first solo trip,
and during my 2023 visit, the wind kept it from appearing.
Still, the scenery itself was pure healing! 🏔️
Grindelwald Activities
What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Switzerland adventures?
For me, without a doubt,
it's paragliding! 🪂
It's constantly featured on travel shows,
and when you're traveling around Switzerland,
you'll spot so many people floating peacefully through the sky.
Most people tend to go paragliding in Interlaken
rather than in Grindelwald itself.
So, I highly recommend visiting Grindelwald First in the morning,
and scheduling your paragliding flight for the afternoon!
* Flight times are flexible and run throughout the day,
so you can easily adjust this to fit your schedule.
MyRealTrip | ~$179 | |
Klook | ~$201 | |
KKday | ~$210 | |
* Since these are Swiss local operators, keep in mind that most communication will be in English! Weather conditions can affect flights, so it's a good idea to be prepared for potential schedule changes. ▪️ MyRealTrip June First-Come Coupon: 25fragra ☞ ~$2 discount on purchases of ~$64 or more ▪️ KKday Coupon: EU25JUN5000 ☞ ~$3 discount on purchases of ~$128 or more |
By the way, MyRealTrip did have one 3-star review.
It turns out the customer gave it 3 stars because they had a tough time communicating when they had to reschedule due to bad weather!
It's not that I was unhappy with the paragliding itself,
and since the reviews are amazing, I highly recommend giving it a go! *.*
Switzerland, with its mind-blowing natural beauty,
is such a feast for the eyes that you'll want to visit again and again!
With scenic hikes overlooking the Jungfraujoch
and tons of thrilling adventures,
Grindelwald First is an absolute must-visit! *.*
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You can get there by walking for about 15 minutes from Grindelwald Station. If you hold a Swiss Travel Pass or a Jungfrau VIP Pass, you can also take buses 121, 122, or 123 for free.
With a Swiss Travel Pass, you get a 50% discount on the regular round-trip ticket price of 76 CHF, allowing you to purchase it for 38 CHF. If you have a Jungfrau VIP Pass, you can use the gondola for free.
Riding the Trottibike down from Bort to Grindelwald takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour. The adult fare is 21 CHF. Please note that it does not operate during the winter.
It takes about 1 hour on foot to hike from First to Lake Bachalpsee. It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring drinking water and snacks in advance.
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