Take a day from Lausanne to ride the Col du Pillon cable car, walk the Glacier 3000 Peak Walk suspension bridge and soak up views of more than 200 alpine summits before a free afternoon in Montreux. Expect changing weather, short alpine walks, and a memorable engineering feat above the ice.
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A morning bus peels away from Lausanne, the city’s lakefront shrinking behind you as the road climbs into a patchwork of pasture and timber-framed chalets. By the time the Col du Pillon cable car unfurls its line, the air has a sharp alpine bite and the ridgelines read like a broken horizon of serrated peaks.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short walks on uneven ground and standing at viewpoints
Wildlife
History
Les Diablerets grew around alpine pastoralism; the area later developed ski infrastructure and tourism that shaped local chalets and trails.
Conservation
Glacier 3000 and the Vaud Alps show visible signs of glacier retreat—visit with low-impact practices, stick to trails, and follow local guidance to reduce erosion and disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Riviera Col du Pillon & Glacier 3000 from Lausanne today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Layer for variable conditions
Temperatures fall quickly above the cable car; pack a windproof midlayer and an insulating layer even in summer.
Sturdy footwear for rocky paths
Approach viewpoints and short trails on coarse gravel and occasional snow—trail runners or hiking boots are best.
Check cable car status
Operations and access to the Peak Walk depend on weather—confirm service the morning of your trip.
Time for photography
Plan to arrive at the upper station early in the day for clearer air and softer light across the peaks.
Water bottle
Hydration is important at altitude and during the full-day schedule.
Layered jacket (windproof)
Protects against wind and sudden temperature drops on exposed ridgelines.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides grip on gravel, rock, and patches of snow near viewpoints.
Sunglasses and sunscreen
High-altitude sun and reflective snow increase UV exposure.
summer