Glacier 3000 Day Trip from Montreux: Peak Walk, Cable Car, and Big-View Swiss Alps
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Comfortable walking 2–4 km at altitude with occasional stairs and exposure on a suspension bridge.
Overview
Ride from Montreux into the Vaud Alps for a cable-car ascent to Glacier 3000 and the famed Peak Walk suspension bridge. Big horizons, high-alpine air, and straightforward walking make this a satisfying day that balances thrill with accessibility.
Glacier 3000 Day Trip from Montreux: Peak Walk, Cable Car, and Big-View Swiss Alps
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Morning breaks soft over Lake Geneva as you meet the bus in Montreux, the water still and silvered, the vineyards of Lavaux climbing the hills like careful handwriting. The road turns alpine soon enough, curling through chalet-dotted valleys toward Les Diablerets. At Col du Pillon, the air cools and the mountains start to speak up—glaciers exhale a steady chill, and the cable car answers with a slow, purposeful lift into the high country.
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Adventure Tips
Expect alpine weather swings
It can be 15–20°C colder at Scex Rouge than in Montreux; pack windproof layers and a warm hat even in summer.
Mind the altitude
At ~3,000 m, walk slowly, hydrate, and take breaks—short efforts feel tougher up here.
Check operating status
The Peak Walk and Ice Express may close for wind or storms; confirm on the morning of your trip for realistic expectations.
Footing can be slick
Snow and compacted ice linger year-round; wear grippy footwear and watch for shaded icy patches.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Alpine choughs acrobating on ridge updrafts
- Occasional alpine ibex on rocky slopes in summer
History
The Col du Pillon pass has linked Vaud and Bern for centuries; the Peak Walk opened in 2014, creating the world’s only bridge between two mountain summits.
Conservation
Glaciers here are retreating—stay on marked routes, avoid stepping off groomed areas, and pack out all waste to reduce impact on fragile alpine terrain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Waterproof/windproof shell
A lightweight shell blocks the constant ridge-top wind and passing showers year-round.
UV-protective sunglasses (Category 3–4)
Glacier glare is intense; dark lenses reduce eye strain and improve contrast on snow.
Sturdy hiking shoes or boots
Good traction helps on packed snow, metal grates, and occasionally wet walkways.
High-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
Strong sun at altitude and reflection off snow can burn quickly, even on cool days.
summer specific