Grindelwald First – best time of the day to visit

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A traveler is visiting Grindelwald First at the end of August and wants to know the best time to enjoy activities like mountain cart and the flyer while avoiding crowds. They are considering the timing of their visit amid popular advice to arrive early in the morning.

Key takeaways:
  • Get to the valley station as early as possible to book your activities and reduce waiting time.
  • Consider doing the First Flyer or First Glider first, then the mountain cart, and leave the Trottinette ride for later.
  • If you're with young children, you can take turns doing activities, and the staff can assist with arrangements.
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  • Anonymous
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    13 June 2023 at 2:53:09 #830057

    Hello

    coming to Grindelwald First end of August. Of course want to do a couple of fun things such as mountain cart and the flyer.

    Ive been reading that it is better to come in the morning, however I am sure im not the only one with that idea? maybe its better to come mid-day or closer to the end of the day. anyone has experience with these crowds?

    thank you

  • Anna
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    Reply 1 of 3 • 13 June 2023 at 6:37:22 #955321

    Hi Susanna27,

    Welcome to MySwissAlps.

    Summer is always a busy period on Grindelwald First. If you’re staying in the area, I recommend getting to the valley station as early as possible and book your adventure activities right away. That’s one way to skip the queue and ensure that you have time to do everything if you’re also planning to hike to Bachalpsee. Best to do the First Flyer or First Glider then the mountain cart and leave the Trottinette ride to the very end. From my experience, doing all the activities could take a full day. You can find tickets and travel information to Grindelwald First here: http://www.myswissalps.com/grindelwaldfirst/tickets

    Regards,

    Anna

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    Reply 2 of 3 • 13 June 2023 at 10:13:15 #955322

    Hi Anna,

    May I ask whether we can do this individually since 3 years old might be allowed so one of us will be needed to standby to keep the kid entertained. This might take more time I understand.

    Thanks

    Mrugesh

    Anna
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    Reply 3 of 3 • 13 June 2023 at 17:59:28 #955323

    Hi Mrugesh,

    Yes, of course. You and your wife can take turn to do the activities. I’m sure the staff will be happy to help and accommodate your request if you inform them beforehand.

    Regards,

    Anna

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