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Glacier Canyon - Gletscherschlucht

Glacier Canyon - Gletscherschlucht

Glacier Canyon - Gletscherschlucht
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9:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
About
An impressive masterpiece of nature, the 300m deep Glacier Canyon was formed by the lower Grindelwald glacier, which over time carved its way through the rock in this area. Sadly the lower glacier no longer exists, but the canyon itself is now thriving as a popular destination for a unique sensory walk through its exposed rock galleries and tunnels. The rushing water cascades freely from the mountains into the Lutschine River below, sometimes causing a sudden rush of wind through the canyon and a rapid temperature flux as rays of light reflect along the steep walls. An interesting experience for all ages, the Glacier Canyon is an ideal, easy-access tourist destination. Its accessibility in all weather conditions also makes it a convenient stop for short tour programs. One of the highlights of this attraction is the 170 m2 SPIDERWEB which spans the canyon, providing visitors with a thrilling net platform to scramble, walk or crawl on, seven metres above the roaring Lutschine River.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • shaddad
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Simply Breathtaking
    What a phenomenal day it was! The natural beauty around was simply breathtaking, and to top it off, you get to witness some thrilling swings and jumps up close. Let me tell you, the folks working there are hands down the absolute best in the world.
    Wow, so nice to hear that! We thank you a lot for the nice review! 😊
    Written October 5, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 3, 2023
  • Chalky31
    203 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Experience.
    We'd arrived in Grindelwald after a long drive, wanted an easy wander out the next day so I picked this. It was a nice walk down from town, and along the river to the Glacier Walk. We really enjoyed the experience, it was great fun and very informative. The Spider's Web is worth doing, but we took a pass on the Canyon Swing - it was better watching those brave enough to do so from below :-) We thought it was good value also.
    Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us and we hope to see you soon again! 😍
    Written October 5, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 3, 2023
  • Susie P
    Cumbria, United Kingdom87 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stunning canyon.
    This was a fun way to spend an hour in Grindelwald. We walked the canyon but didn’t go on the swing or nets (our choice!) though we watched other people on them and they looked fun. The canyon is stunning, and the information boards very interesting.
    Cool! we are happy to hear that you had a good time at the Canyon! Thank you for visiting! 🙌
    Written October 10, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 7, 2023
  • Caroline W
    17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great value short outing.
    Brilliant short outing for kids who aren’t massive walkers. Simple 1km long trail out and back along the same path. Lovely insight into the history of the glacier and wonderful amazing things to see. Loved the spider web across that you could walk on and watching others on the canyon swing. Pretty good value for the area. Great cafe outside.
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're happy you had a good time with your kids! It's fantastic to hear you appreciated the glacier's history and the exciting features like the spider web and canyon swing. We hope to welcome you back soon to explore more together! ⛏️🏔️✨
    Written July 12, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written July 11, 2024
  • Kiera W
    65 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great activity
    This was a great thing to see in Grindlewald on a day when the weather is quite cloudy and high walks aren’t the best to do. We really enjoyed the 40 min walk through the canyon and liked the information boards through it. The spiders web was a nice addition. We didn’t do the canyon swing but it looked good for people who aren’t scared of heights!
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the canyon walk and the information boards. The spider’s web is a fun touch, isn’t it? Maybe next time you’ll be up for the canyon swing! 😊
    Written July 22, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written July 22, 2024
  • samzam15
    101 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice walk through gorge beside rushing water.
    We visited in July. We caught the bus from Grindlewald that took about 25 min. We arrived at 1.30pm and there were no queues. We paid CHF45 for 2 adults and teenager. The activity was a flat walk along the cliff wall beside a rushing river. Sides of the gorge are very steep and there are waterfalls along the way. Path signposted with history. Pretty impressive. On the way there is a rope mat that you can go on that spans the gorge. You can also watch the people doing the canyon swing, they drop and swing beside the path. Took us around 45 min to walk to the end and back.
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the scenic walk and the stunning views of the Canyon. It’s great to know that you found the path well-signposted and impressive. We appreciate your detailed review and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future! ✨
    Written July 26, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written July 24, 2024
  • Samantha C
    20 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Expected more
    It was over $20 to get in and it was a very short walk. I thought it was going to be bigger / longer because it suggested to spend 2-3 hours here. The walk it self was 10/15 minutes to the end and then you walk back. Spiderweb was cool though
    Thanks for your feedback! We're sorry to hear that the experience didn’t meet your expectations in terms of duration. We're glad you enjoyed the spiderweb, though! We appreciate your input and will take it into consideration for future improvements.
    Written September 2, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written August 31, 2024
  • Gina K
    Johnston, Iowa6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Relaxing evening visit
    We wandered through the canyon after paragliding in the morning. It was unseasonably warm when we visited Grindelwald and the canyon was the perfect relief in the sweltering heat. We walked from the main street and it was peaceful. We spent about an hour and it was plenty of time. We went just before closing and it was almost empty.
    That sounds like a fantastic day! 🌄🪂 Wandering through the Canyon is always a great way to cool off. So glad you enjoyed the peaceful escape and had it almost to yourselves! 😌🌿
    Written September 9, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 6, 2024
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chveiga
Piracicaba, SP571 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Family
This canyon is one of the most beautiful tours in Grindelwald. It's a little far from the center, about 30-35 minutes walking, but there is a bus (it's the 122, it leaves at the attraction's door).
The place is very beautiful, super easy to walk around, and there is a hammock to stay on top of the river, which is scary (but a lot of fun - unique experience). And for the bravest there is also bungee jumping (I think it must be paid separately).
It's not cheap (and the Swiss Travel Pass is not valid at this attraction), but it's worth it.
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Written August 1, 2023
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Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a nice review! We hope to see you soon again! 😍
Written August 3, 2023
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meggieb88
Saint-Pierre-des-Nids, France15 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
Pleasant short walk in these glacial gorges. Basic explanatory signs along the promenade. We found that it was nevertheless expensive compared to what was offered. We paid half price for the Aare gorges, the walk of which was longer and much nicer. It was also better laid out.
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Written August 6, 2023
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Merci beaucoup pour ton évaluation honnête. C'est grâce aux recettes des billets d'entrée que nous pouvons rendre les gorges du glacier accessibles. Cela demande beaucoup de travail. Merci pour ton soutien!
Written August 9, 2023
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Gina K
Johnston, IA6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
We wandered through the canyon after paragliding in the morning. It was unseasonably warm when we visited Grindelwald and the canyon was the perfect relief in the sweltering heat.

We walked from the main street and it was peaceful. We spent about an hour and it was plenty of time. We went just before closing and it was almost empty.
Written September 6, 2024
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That sounds like a fantastic day! 🌄🪂 Wandering through the Canyon is always a great way to cool off. So glad you enjoyed the peaceful escape and had it almost to yourselves! 😌🌿
Written September 9, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

shaddad
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Couples
What a phenomenal day it was! The natural beauty around was simply breathtaking, and to top it off, you get to witness some thrilling swings and jumps up close. Let me tell you, the folks working there are hands down the absolute best in the world.
Written October 3, 2023
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Wow, so nice to hear that! We thank you a lot for the nice review! 😊
Written October 5, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Kiera W
65 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Family
This was a great thing to see in Grindlewald on a day when the weather is quite cloudy and high walks aren’t the best to do. We really enjoyed the 40 min walk through the canyon and liked the information boards through it. The spiders web was a nice addition. We didn’t do the canyon swing but it looked good for people who aren’t scared of heights!
Written July 22, 2024
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Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the canyon walk and the information boards. The spider’s web is a fun touch, isn’t it? Maybe next time you’ll be up for the canyon swing! 😊
Written July 22, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Samantha C
20 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Solo
It was over $20 to get in and it was a very short walk. I thought it was going to be bigger / longer because it suggested to spend 2-3 hours here. The walk it self was 10/15 minutes to the end and then you walk back. Spiderweb was cool though
Written September 1, 2024
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Thanks for your feedback! We're sorry to hear that the experience didn’t meet your expectations in terms of duration. We're glad you enjoyed the spiderweb, though! We appreciate your input and will take it into consideration for future improvements.
Written September 3, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

cjmc1
Perth, Australia44 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Couples
Was enjoyable, easy walk, watch your head if you are more than 6ft, take a jacket as it is cold in the canyon. Parking was nearby. Reasonably priced, information in german and English. The spider Web is an interesting addition so jump on for a little bounce.
Recommended for a look.
Written November 10, 2024
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Thanks for your review! 😊 We’re glad you enjoyed the walk and the spider web! 🕸️ Definitely a fun spot to bounce on! And great tip about the jacket – it can get chilly in the canyon! 🌬️ Hope to see you again soon! 👣
Written November 11, 2024
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Caroline W
17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Family
Brilliant short outing for kids who aren’t massive walkers. Simple 1km long trail out and back along the same path. Lovely insight into the history of the glacier and wonderful amazing things to see. Loved the spider web across that you could walk on and watching others on the canyon swing. Pretty good value for the area. Great cafe outside.
Written July 11, 2024
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Thank you for your wonderful review! We're happy you had a good time with your kids! It's fantastic to hear you appreciated the glacier's history and the exciting features like the spider web and canyon swing. We hope to welcome you back soon to explore more together! ⛏️🏔️✨
Written July 12, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Susie P
Cumbria, UK87 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was a fun way to spend an hour in Grindelwald. We walked the canyon but didn’t go on the swing or nets (our choice!) though we watched other people on them and they looked fun. The canyon is stunning, and the information boards very interesting.
Written October 7, 2023
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Cool! we are happy to hear that you had a good time at the Canyon! Thank you for visiting! 🙌
Written October 11, 2023
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DaytonDomer81
Dayton, OH19 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2014 • Family
The nearly 1km hike into the Glacier Gorge (Grindelwald) begins behind the Gletscherschlute Hotel and costs 7CHF per adult (6CHF with a hotel "guest card"). The hiking path (wanderweg) is clearly marked from Grindelwald and begins near the C and M Cafe. The gorge was formed by runoff from the glaciers above and boasts fast flowing waters and several impressive waterfalls. There is a walkway that is cantilevered off the gorge rock walls and also partially tunneled into the cliff that takes you ~1km into the gorge and then back where you started. Nature's raw force is evident by the roar of the rushing waters and the sheer depth of the gorge itself. An impressive site to see and good to visit on a rainy or cloudy day when mountain views are shrouded by the clouds. You can also hike the Marmorbruch trail to the top of the gorge for views down into the gorge and also see the remains of an old marble quarry.
Written August 5, 2014
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