How do you get to First from Grindelwald?

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A traveler is arriving in Grindelwald on July 2nd for four days and wants to visit First for the cliff walk and other activities. They are looking for advice on how to get to First from Grindelwald and whether to book tickets in advance or wait until they arrive.

Key takeaways:
  • Walk to the valley station of the Firstbahn from the Grindelwald railway station; it’s about a 15-20 minute stroll.
  • Alternatively, you can take a bus by entering 'Grindelwald, Firstbahn' into the timetable for details.
  • It's best to buy tickets on the spot when you know the weather is good for your planned visit.
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  • Anonymous
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    18 June 2017 at 10:56:07 #812313

    Hello. We are arriving in Grindelwald on 2nd July and we are there for 4 days. We would like to go to First to do the cliff walk, flyer etc. Could you please let me know how do you get to First from Grindelwald? Should we book now or is it best to wait until we get there? We are also going to Jungfrau but will decide on which day when we are arrive in Grindelwald.

    Your advice is appreciated.

  • Annika
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    Reply 1 of 2 • 18 June 2017 at 15:42:04 #865350

    Hi MaryR,

    You can walk to the valley station of the Firstbahn from the Grindelwald railway station. It’s about a 15-20 minute walk along the main street, guided by hiking signs. Alternatively there are buses. Just enter “Grindelwald, Firstbahn” as your destination in the timetable to find details on the connections. If I were you I’d buy tickets on the spot, once you’re sure weather is good enough to actually get up there.

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    Reply 2 of 2 • 18 June 2017 at 21:24:11 #865351

    Thanks so much Annika.

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