Glacier 3000 (officially Gstaad 3000 AG) is a renowned alpine destination and ski area located near Les Diablerets in the Vaud and Bernese Oberland regions of Switzerland .
Glacier 3000 is not just a ski resort—it’s an all-season mountain experience offering breathtaking scenery, adrenaline-pumping attractions, glacier trekking, and unique architecture. It’s a top must-visit for lovers of high-altitude adventure in Switzerland.
1. Round-trip aerial cable-car tickets
From Col du Pillon base station to the Glacier 3000 summit station.
2. Viewpoint at 3000m
Breathtaking panoramic views of 24 iconic peaks including Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn.
3. Peak Walk by Tissot
The world’s only suspension bridge connecting two mountain peaks.
4. Ice Express Chairlift
Chairlift from the summit to the glacier snow area.
5. Hiking on the Glacier Plateau
Marked trails on the glacier itself, suitable for casual snow hiking.
6. Fun Park (Oct–Jan)
Free snow activities such as tobogganing, snow tubing, and snow playgrounds.
7. Glacier Walk
A flat and scenic walk on the glacier, accessible without ski gear.
1. Dog Sled Ride (Pre-booking required)
A guided ride on a sled pulled by huskies over the glacier.
2. Alpine Coaster (June–October)
The world’s highest rail toboggan – thrilling and scenic, extra charge applies.
3. Snow Bus (Pre-booking required)
A ride across the glacier in a tracked snow vehicle – unique experience.
4. Skiing/Snowboarding
Lift passes and equipment rental must be purchased separately. Usually open from November to May, depending on snow conditions.
5. Food and Drinks
Not included, but available at Panoramic Restaurant Botta and summit snack bars.
Train + Post Bus
From Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux or Aigle → Les Diablerets (on the Aigle–Les Diablerets line)
From Zurich, Bern, Spiez, Zweisimmen → Gstaad via the Mob/GoldenPass route
Then take the PostBus (bus line 180) from Les Diablerets or Gstaad to Col du Pillon—just 8 min from Les Diablerets or ~20–30 min from Gstaad
The bus is free with:
Timed to connect directly from the GoldenPass Express arrival at Gstaad, ensuring a smooth ride to Col du Pillo
🚡 Final Leg via Cable-Car
Two-stage gondola ride from Col du Pillon:
Up to the Cabane middle station (~2,528 m)
Switch to the second gondola reaching Scex Rouge summit station (~2,950 m)
Total ascent trip ranges from 7–15 minutes depending on the segment
A Swiss Travel Pass is a pass that allows you to access unlimited travel on a train, bus, boat, and tram across Switzerland’s public transport and provides up to 50% discounts on excursions.
You can use your Swiss Travel Pass in the whole Swiss Travel System : in all trains, post buses, trams & even boats.
Effective 1st September 2022, the Swiss Travel Pass is a pre validated & closed dated pass.
The traveller will need to provide their first day of use of the pass while making the booking. This date will be printed on the pass.
Travellers must carry a valid passport in order to travel with this rail pass.
A person aged above 26 years has to purchase an adult Swiss Travel Pass.
A person under 25 yrs can purchase a youth Swiss Travel Pass.
The Swiss travel system offers the Swiss family card. This card provides free travel for children under 16 years when travelling with atleast one parent
A consecutive-day pass provides unlimited rail travel on all days for the chosen duration of the pass. This pass is preferred by those who wish to travel every day during their stay in Switzerland. A flexi pass is valid for a specific number of days which can be used consecutively or non-consecutively within a longer period. This pass is preferred by those who wish to travel only on certain days during their stay in Switzerland.
Children under 16 years of age accompanied by at least one parent can travel free on the Swiss travel system. Children travelling without parents can still avail of a 50% discount on the Swiss travel pass.
Swiss Travel Pass is valid on trains operated by SBB (Schweizerische BundesBahn), the national railway company of Switzerland. For domestic trains operated in Switzerland, seat reservations are not required. Exceptions are the special scenic trains such as Bernina Express, Glacier Express, Golden Pass and Wilhelm Tell Express. For these trains, a supplement and/or seat reservation is required for Swiss Travel Pass holders.
Yes, you can surely buy the mountain excursions online with the Swiss Travel Pass and benefit from upto 50% discounted rates. Once you have purchased your Swiss Travel Pass you can add the desired mountain excursions to your shopping cart and pay for all services at one go.
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