Glacier 3000
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Intro
How many destinations can boast guaranteed snow year-round? Apart from the breathtaking alpine scenery, Glacier 3000 has lots more in store: renowned architecture, Instagramable photo spots, and unique thrills…
Within just 15 minutes, you will get whisked from the valley floor to 3k altitudes – no switching required. At the top, you will surely notice the summit station designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta. The various look-out points at Glacier 3000 offer panoramic views of two dozen snow-capped peaks above 4000 meters of altitude: Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, the Matterhorn, Grand Combin, and even Mont Blanc in the far distance.
Just outside the cable car station is the Peak Walk by Tissot, the world’s first suspension footbridge spanning two summits. Do you have the courage to cross it? Next, claim a seat on the Alpine Coaster and slide down an outdoor track. At the bottom, another highlight awaits: sled-dogs waiting to give you a ride across the glacier…
As you can tell, Glacier 3000 offers a fun and memorable excursion to the Swiss Alps. It is easy to reach for anyone, especially those staying in nearby places such as Gstaad or Montreux. Regular bus services ensure that you will smoothly get to the top and back to your home base.
Information
| Altitude: | 2,965 m a.s.l. |
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| Arrival: | PostBus from Gstaad or Les Diablerets to Col du Pillon, then cableway to the summit station Glacier 3000 |
| Timetable: | Operates daily in 20-minute intervals |
| Travel duration to summit: | 15 minutes |
| Attractions: | Peak Walk by Tissot – the world’s first suspension footbridge spanning two summits, dog sled rides and snow bus (upon request), hiking on the glacier plateau, Alpine Coaster (Europe's highest toboggan run, only in summer) climbing park Gemskopf, summer loipe (cross-country ski track) and helicopter glacier flight, new rooftop terrace with view on more than 24 summits over 4,000 meters (including Matterhorn, Mont-Blanc and Jungfrau) |
| Culinary aspects: | Panoramic restaurant Botta at 3,000 m a.s.l., Swiss traditional restaurant “Le Carnotzet”, Restaurant Pillon (next to the valley station) |
| Specials: |
Circular restroom window with likely the most beautiful views of any restroom Holders of a Eurail/Interrail Pass enjoy a 25% discount. Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) and Swiss Half Fare Card holders benefit from a 50% discount: Book tickets |
| Online Tickets: |
Whether for skiing, sledding, or hiking, buy your tickets online: Webshop Glacier 3000 |
Brochure
Download comprehensive information about Glacier 3000:Brochure (PDF)
Venue
The mountain station located at 3,000 metres above sea level was designed by the famous Swiss architect Mario Botta. The infrastructure of the restaurant on the fourth floor has been especially designed for events such as evening programmes, product launches, press conferences or incentives programs. It is possible to book the entire restaurant or only a part of it. The self-service-restaurant is on the 3rd floor. A sun terrace (2nd floor) with catered snack bar beckons you to while away some time. The Alpine Coaster, the world’s highest toboggan run, offers fun for the young and young at heart. In a few steps you can reach the view point, which is easy to climb. From here, visitors have a marvellous view of the most beautiful Alpine peaks (Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, Matterhorn). Another activity is a safe walk across the glacial plateau to the breathtaking "Quille du Diable" (sled-dog rides in winter, snow-bus in summer).
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SBB RailAway leisure offer
View Common.From SBB RailAway leisure offer offersRestaurant Botta
Concert 50
Seminar 50
Banquet 120
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Area 140 m2
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Contact
Gstaad 3000 AG
Route du Pillon 253
Col du Pillon
1865
Les Diablerets
Switzerland
Phone
+41 (0)24 492 33 77
info@glacier3000.ch
glacier3000.ch
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Glacier 3000
Route du Pillon 253
Col du Pillon
1865
Les Diablerets
Switzerland
Phone
+41 (0)24 492 33 77
info@glacier3000.ch
glacier3000.ch
