What is the Weissfluhgipfel / Parsenn-Davos?
The Weissfluhgipfel is the 2843 m high top of the Weissfluh, a mountain in the Parsenn ski and hiking area of Davos and Klosters. This is located in Graubünden in south-eastern Switzerland. In tourism, the mountain is also referred to as "Parsenn-Davos".
The top can be reached by funicular (called the 'Parsennbahn' in German) and cable car, in both winter and summer. It offers beautiful views of the region and is a starting point for ski runs, winter hikes and summer hikes.
Prices, tickets and reservations
Standard prices of a trip to Parsenn-Weissfluhgipfel
The standard fare for a return trip Davos-Weissfluhgipfel is CHF 49 per adult in 2024. A return trip to Weissfluhjoch (further down the mountain) costs CHF 46.
Other price options
- Your rail pass may provide discounts.
- If you want to visit more mountains near Davos on the same day, look into combined mountain tickets or consider a day pass.
- If you spend the night in a holiday apartment or hotel in Davos-Klosters, you'll get the Premium Card. It offers significant discounts on return rides to the Davos mountains (including Weissfluhgipfel) and on day passes.
Where to buy your Parsenn-Weissfluhgipfel tickets
Tickets to Weissfluhjoch and Weissfluhgipfel are available at the valley funicular station in Davos.
Reservations
You don't need reservations for the trip to Weissfluhjoch and Weissfluhgipfel.
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Rail pass discounts
Most rail passes don't cover the funiculars to Weissfluhjoch and Weissfluhgipfel. But the guest card offered to tourists who spend the night in Davos does offer discounts.
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Day Pass |
No discount:
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graubündenPASS |
No discount:
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Swiss Half Fare Card |
No discount:
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Swiss Travel Pass |
No discount:
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Swiss Travel Pass Flex |
No discount:
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How to reach Parsenn-Weissfluhgipfel: directions and map
The route from Davos Dorf to the Weissfluhgipfel by Parsennbahn
The Weissfluhgipfel can be reached by funicular from Davos Dorf. Davos Dorf can be reached by train via Chur, Landquart, the Albula Valley, or the Lower Engadine.
From the Davos Dorf train station, follow the signs to the "Parsennbahn"' (the German name of the funicular). The walk takes less than 10 minutes. Board the funicular and complete the trip in 3 sections.
Section 1: Davos Dorf to Höhenweg
You'll first travel by funicular from Davos Dorf (1,560 m) to the mid-station Höhenweg (2,218 m) in 5 minutes.
Section 2: Höhenweg to Weissfluhjoch
You'll switch to another funicular to the Weissfluhjoch (2,665 m) where you'll arrive 5 minutes later. "Joch" means that this is a saddle between mountains. It's not the top ("Gipfel") yet.
Section 3: Weissfluhjoch to Weissfluhgipfel
A cable car is then available to take you another 200 meters higher to the Weissfluhgipfel at 2,843 meters.
Parking near the valley station in Davos
There are parking lots within walking distance from the funicular valley station in Davos Dorf.
Map of Parsenn-Davos / Weissfluhgipfel
Operation dates, schedules and timetable
Winter opening dates
Transportation on all sections is available from 17 November 2023 until 14 April 2024.
Summer opening dates
- Sections 1 and 2 (to Weissfluhjoch) are operational in the weekend of 22 and 23 June. Continuous operation is available from 30 June to 6 October 2024.
- Section 3 (to Weissfluhgipfel) operates from 6 July to 6 October 2024.
Finding your trip in the Swiss timetable
These are the locations to use in the Swiss timetable:
- "Davos Dorf" for the train stop closest to the valley station
- "Davos Dorf, Parsennbahn" for bus stop near the valley station
- "Davos Dorf (Parsennbahn)" for the funicular valley station
- "Höhenweg', 'Weissfluhjoch" and "Weissfluhgipfel" for the mountain stations
The best months for this mountain trip
The best seasons for a trip to the Weissfluhgipfel are early January to mid April, early July to early October and mid November to late December. This is when the cableways are operational, and when the highest point (the Weissfluhgipfel) can usually be reached as well.
Each month has its own charm. November to mid-April are perfect for a wintry visit, January-February often being the best months for lots of snow fun.
As for the summer season: we'd prefer visiting the Weissfluhjoch and Weissfluhgipfel in September or early October, as these months are generally less busy than July and August. On the other hand: this excursion is much less famous than many other Swiss mountains, so the Parsenn area usually isn't overrun by tourists, not even in the high-season summer months.
Weather tips and forecasts
Check the weather forecast, as there will be no views at all if the Weissfluhgipfel or Weissfluhjoch are covered in clouds.
If you plan hiking trips, make sure weather forecasts are stable and favorable. Rain, fog, snow or thunderstorms can cause dangerous circumstances.
Weissfluhgipfel forecast
What to see and do at Weissfluhjoch and Weissfluhgipfel
Winter activities
- At 2,665 meters high, the station Weissfluhjoch offers ski runs in the winter as long as 12 km to the town of Küblis
- There are a few winter hiking trails from the Weissfluhjoch station.
- You can have a bite in the restaurants at Weissfluhjoch and Weissfluhgipfel. The larger restaurant on Weissfluhjoch offers a self-serve cafeteria and a panoramic restaurant upstairs.
- You can spend a night in the “Iglu-dorf”. Sleep in an igloo, and have lunch or a fondue dinner in the restaurant. It can be reached in a 20-minute hike from the Weissfluhjoch station. You can reach it by ski as well.
Summer activities
Hiking, biking and tandem paragliding flights are the main activities from Weissfluhjoch and Weissfluhgipfel in summer.
Weissfluhgipfel FAQ
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How long does the trip to Weissfluhgipfel take?
Allow at least an hour to visit the Weissfluhgipfel to enjoy the views and have a drink, and allocate 2.5 hours for the trip in total. This does not include the time to reach Davos Dorf, stops at the stations along the way, and activities such as skiing or hiking.
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Which clothes to wear to the Parsenn-Weissfluhgipfel?
Dress in multiple thinner layers, as it’s colder at the top than down in Davos. Take along sunglasses, and add a scarf, hat, and warm jacket if you visit in winter.
Solid shoes help if you plan to walk around a bit, and they’re a must if you plan to hike.
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Should I worry about altitude sickness?
The Weissfluhgipfel is located at an altitude of 2,884 m. Anyone can suffer from (light) altitude sickness from about 2,000 m. Mostly it helps to take things slow and sit down for a while. In most cases staying at such altitudes for just a few hours is no problem.
Special precautions apply to children under 2 years old, as well as people who are pregnant or in poor health: before visiting areas over 2,500 m, you’d better consult your doctor.
Other websites of interest
Schedules
- www.davos.ch: Parsenn-Weissfluhgipfel timetable
Prices
- www.davos.ch: Parsenn-Weissfluhgipfel ticket prices
- www.davos.ch: Davos-Klosters Premium Card