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How to get to First Cliff Walk

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A traveler named Jenner is seeking advice on how to reach the First Cliff Walk in Grindelwald. They are confused between two options: walking from Grindelwald station to the Firstbahn Gondola station, or taking the gondola directly from the station. Jenner also wonders if the return route is the same as the way up.

Key takeaways:
  • Take the Firstbahn cable car from Grindelwald to reach the First Cliff Walk quickly.
  • Walking from the station to the gondola takes about 10 minutes but is not necessary if you choose the gondola.
  • You can follow the same route back down after visiting the First Cliff Walk for a convenient return.
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  • Anonymous
    Inactive
    83504 posts
    20 May 2022 at 14:53:46 #827238

    Hi,

    Need some advise here.

    I’m a little confused on how to get to First Cliff walk. I read there are 2 ways to get there n here it goes:

    1: Walk from Grindelwald station to Firstbahn Gondola station about 10mins. From here (Firstbahn station) takes a cable car to First (Grindelwald), about 25mins

    Or

    2: From Grindelwald station takes Gondola to First (Grindelwald), about 35mins.

    Which options work? Do we need to walk?

    For coming down from First Cliff walk, do I need to take the same route?

    Thanks.

  • Anna
    Moderator
    7802 posts
    Reply 1 of 1 • 20 May 2022 at 17:50:27 #942098

    Hi Jenner,

    The First Cliff Walk is one of the several attractions you’ll find on Grindelwald First. There’s only one way to access Grindelwald First, which is via the Firstbahn cable car/gondola. The cable car station is located in the centre of Grindelwald town, just a short walking distance from the train station and bus terminal. Once you reach the top, just follow the direction towards the start of the First Cliff Walk, which is basically a metal walkway and skybridge that leads you to the Berggasthaus restaurant. You’ll find more information here: http://www.myswissalps.com/grindelwaldfirst/gettingthere

    Let us know if you need more details.

    Regards,

    Anna

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