Gurten – Park im Grünen
Gurten – Park im Grünen
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Climb to 858 metres above sea level on the Gurten funicular, by bicycle or on foot, and take in breath-taking views of the capital, the Jura and the Alps. Gurten Park offers a programme of pampering and leisure activities for families, athletes, music fans and gourmets. Montez à 858 mètres au-dessus du niveau de la mer avec le funiculaire du Gurten, à vélo ou à pied et admirez la vue époustouflante sur la capitale, le Jura et les Alpes. Le Gurten propose tout un programme de bien-être et de loisir pour les familles, les sportifs, les amateurs de musique et les gourmets.
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inhale-exhale321
Europe123 contributions
Sept 2019
Gurten is Bern's 'Hausberg' and easy to get to either by cablecar from Wabern or by manpower. You can come here for a walk (about an hour) or cycle up here any time of the year. The park is lovely. Playgrounds for kids, even walking paths for the grandparents, a restaurant, café and even a beautiful luxury hotel in case you want to enjoy the spectacular view over Bern and towards the alps for longer.
This is a perfect spot for a picnic, BBQ or beer with friends.
This is a perfect spot for a picnic, BBQ or beer with friends.
Written March 2, 2020
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Dear inhale-exhale321
Thank you very much for your good review.
We hope to see you again soon!
Yours sincerely
Gurten - Park im Grünen
Written March 4, 2020
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UKash
Lachen, Switzerland4 contributions
Feb 2020
We went to Gurten last month expecting tobogganing or sledging to be open, but it was closed. Check the timings always before you decide for such activities esp with changing climate. For little kids, it's a fun day out. You have an eat-in option in the hotel as well or picnic in park with kids. Spacious for jogs or running, and good to go for wilderness treks. But I would suggest all this if you are a local or haven't travelled too much already to reach Gurten. It's certainly not an overwhelming experience but a chilled day-out.
Written March 6, 2020
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Dear UKash90
Thank you for your rating and comment.
We regret that the playground was closed. You can find our actual opening hours at our website gurtenpark.ch (Icon on the right side).
We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay - even for a Chilled day-out.
We are looking forward to welcome you again!
Best regards
Gurten - Park im Grünen
Written March 9, 2020
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Tunes79
Barrow-in-Furness, UK569 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
We took the funicular train up to Gurten on a Saturday - the train is included with any Bern transport card you get if you stay overnight in the city.
It’s a wonderful park, but our visit coincided with a large company event which had taken over much of the park. This meant it was overly crowded in a lot of places and it was hard to find food or drink options.
We did love the toboggan ride - both parents and children rode it several times - which you can buy tickets for at the ride itself. The queue was not too long despite the large crowds and the fun made the trip.
It’s a wonderful park, but our visit coincided with a large company event which had taken over much of the park. This meant it was overly crowded in a lot of places and it was hard to find food or drink options.
We did love the toboggan ride - both parents and children rode it several times - which you can buy tickets for at the ride itself. The queue was not too long despite the large crowds and the fun made the trip.
Written September 3, 2024
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Dear Tunes79
Thank you very much for your good review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your ride on the funicular and the tobogganing fun on the Gurten.
However, we regret that your visit coincided with CSL's annual family celebration. We will communicate this at the valley station in future.
It is nice to know that the toboggan run was very popular with both you and your children and that the waiting times were acceptable despite the crowds. We are pleased that you and your family enjoyed the outing and hope to welcome you back soon - perhaps at a quieter time.
Yours sincerely
Gurten - Park im Grünen
Written September 6, 2024
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permia
Ireland64,903 contributions
Oct 2022
It was so easy, taking Tram 9 from Bern to Gurtenbahn and then the thrilling ride to the summit.
A perfect blue sky afternoon gave magnificent vistas over the city and to snow capped Jungfrau further southwards.
We relaxed with a coffee at the fine Hotel. Then strolling along the pathways admiring the clarity and scenery. Before descending and returning to the city.
A perfect blue sky afternoon gave magnificent vistas over the city and to snow capped Jungfrau further southwards.
We relaxed with a coffee at the fine Hotel. Then strolling along the pathways admiring the clarity and scenery. Before descending and returning to the city.
Written October 17, 2022
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Good day permia
Thank you very much for your good review of the park.
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay, the ideal weather and the view.
We look forward to seeing you again some other time.
Friendly greetings from the local mountain of Bern
Gurten – Park im Grünen
Written October 20, 2022
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Marina P
17 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
The views are simply mesmerizing.
The funicular to the top runs every 15 minutes, costs 7 Swiss francs. Picks up quickly. You can go up and down on your own, but I don’t recommend doing it at night. We went up, and when it got dark we decided to try to go down on our own, and let me tell you, it was a dubious pleasure. The road is not lit, some other eagle owl scared us “uh-huh” and “uh-huh”), and after the rain, with such a slope of the descent, I think you can drive down at your “fifth point”, although maybe it would be fun for someone was)
The funicular to the top runs every 15 minutes, costs 7 Swiss francs. Picks up quickly. You can go up and down on your own, but I don’t recommend doing it at night. We went up, and when it got dark we decided to try to go down on our own, and let me tell you, it was a dubious pleasure. The road is not lit, some other eagle owl scared us “uh-huh” and “uh-huh”), and after the rain, with such a slope of the descent, I think you can drive down at your “fifth point”, although maybe it would be fun for someone was)
Written December 25, 2023
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Good day Полный восторг
Thank you for the good review. We are pleased that you enjoyed the beautiful view at night with us.
We can imagine that going down in the dark in the evening was very exciting and that you were greeted by the local animals.🦉
We hope to welcome you again on the Gurten.
Happy New Year!
Kind regards
Written December 27, 2023
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Seraina W
1 contribution
Oct 2022 • Friends
I conquered «Mount Güsche», as the locals call it. I’m super proud of myself and I definitely recommend this for people to go try it. Do not give up! Once you start motivate yourself to get to the summit. You will never regret doing this!
Written October 26, 2022
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Good morning Seraina W
Thank you very much for your good review.
Super you have reached the top. We are glad you could enjoy the fresh air and view from up here.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Kind regards
Gurten - Park im Grünen
Written October 27, 2022
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Steve R
Temecula, CA2,186 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
You must absolutely go here while in Bern. The view was one of the best in all of Switzerland. We sat with about 20 other people in silence and awe of the fairy tale like picturesque view. Absolutely stunning!!! Don’t miss it!!!
Written December 4, 2021
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Dear rizznizz
Thank you very much for your good review of our park.
We are pleased to read that you enjoyed your stay with us and even describe it as the most beautiful view in Switzerland.
See you another time
Kind regards
Gurten - Park im Grünen
Written December 6, 2021
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Montino S
Canton of Bern, Switzerland69 contributions
Jan 2020
In a few minutes (12minutes from Center by tram) you can reach the cable car. And 5min later you find yourself on a Little hill. Where you have a amazing view over the City, the alps and the landscape. You can easy walk down (around 40 min). On Sunday crowded with People. especialy the two Restaurants.
Written February 12, 2020
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Dear montinos
Thank you very much for your good review.
We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay in Bern. On Sunday there are brunches in the Restaurants. That explains why there are many people :-)
We hope to see you again soon!
Yours sincerely
Gurten - Park im Grünen
Written February 13, 2020
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Thinkingflower
Bern, Switzerland20 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
This is the Bern mountain. Then 15 minutes with street car from the center of Bern. Great view of the Swiss Alps and around. Fantastic place for children too. Nice Restaurants (1 is self service, good prices.) some times different shows and concerts. There is also a bike trail or you just hike a bit. Easy trail. Great place to go out of the city and very close at the same time.
Written March 9, 2020
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Dear Thinkingflower
Thank you very much for your good review.
We hope to see you again soon!
Yours sincerely
Gurten - Park im Grünen
Written March 11, 2020
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Travel obsessed
Sydney, Australia1,444 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
We had a beautiful clear January day and hiked up from the back of the Gurten. The views are spectacular, and there is a lot to do up there. Great
Play areas for kids, restaurants, areas to play games, hiking , mountain bike rides. Just beautiful
Play areas for kids, restaurants, areas to play games, hiking , mountain bike rides. Just beautiful
Written January 4, 2023
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Good day jayneeveringham
Thank you very much for your good review.
We are glad you enjoyed your hike and your stay on Bern's local mountain.
See you soon again
Gurten – Park im Grünen
Written January 5, 2023
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I am hoping to go to Gurten on 12th October - will the toboggan run be open, given fair weather conditions? The website says March to October, but is not clear until when in October that it is open.
And regarding the weather, how much rain is "too much" rain? If it is only a light drizzle will the toboggan run be affected?
Written September 1, 2019
Hello, Rob,
the toboggan run is open until the end of October. If the weather conditions allow it, we are open. In case of rain the toboggan run is closed. On our homepage you can always check if the toboggan run is open.
gurtenpark.ch
Dear sincerely and see you soon
Written September 2, 2019
I am trying to figure out how we can hike to the top and take the train down. I have ready about the old mule track as the best route up. Is there more than one route? Is it easy to follow? The info says the hike I 9km so is that round trip? If we hike to the tip is is 4.5?
Written June 7, 2019
You can find a hikers map on our website: gurtenpark.ch/de-CH/Service-Pages/Wandern
We hope to see you soon on the gurten
Written June 17, 2019
Dear Meander38, it depends on the weather. Usually children's activities should be open after "Spielparkeröffnung" at 24. March 2019.
Written February 18, 2019
Hi! I bought tickets to the Gurtenfestival 2018. We are traveling to Geneva for a week and thought it would be fun. I can't find any information online regarding how to get there, what time to line up, what happens when you are there, how do you get to there from Bern. I know it's a 2 hour train from Geneva but that is all. Help?
Written June 22, 2018
Gurtenfestival takes place on the Gurten mountain. easy reachable by public transport from Bern main station, using the tram and subsequently the cable car. get a day or week pass and enjoy the city. good signage in the city so no worries
Written June 22, 2018
Hi, yes the Gurtenbahn and the Gurten are accessible for wheelchairs.
Written June 11, 2018
My wife and I would like to visit the park today. is the tobbogan slide open now?
Written May 16, 2018
Hi there, it's raining today so no, the tobbogan run will not oben today. Sorry! We hope for dry weather again on the weekend.
Written May 16, 2018
Est ce que le toboggan seras disponible vers la fin de Decembre?
Written December 12, 2017
Bonjour, à ce moment la piste de luge est ouverte et nous avons assez de neige. Nous espérons, que la neige reste ou que nous allons recevoir encore plus jusqu'à la fin de décembre. Mais il faut voir de jour en jour.
La piste de luge d'été reste fermée jusque en mars 2018.
Written December 13, 2017
Hi there
Thank you for your interest.
The ticket for the funicular train costs one way 6 Sfr, both ways 10,5 Sfr.
Children ride for a half of the price: one way ticket costs 3 Sfr and return ticket 5,5 Sfr.
We would be glad to greet you at the top of Bern! Wishing you a nice day.
Your Gurten-Team
Written August 21, 2017
nlabriki
Canton of Neuchatel, Switzerland
Est-ce que le funiculaire, le site et le resto sont accessibles en chaise roulante?
Written August 16, 2017
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