Ride Above the Alps: Glacier 3000 Cable Car and Peak Walk by Tissot Guide
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Comfortable walking at altitude with stairs and exposed walkways; suitable for most active travelers.
Overview
In just 15 minutes, the Glacier 3000 cable car catapults you into true high-alpine terrain—and onto the world’s only peak-to-peak suspension bridge. Here’s what it feels like to walk the sky and how to plan a smooth, safe visit.
Ride Above the Alps: Glacier 3000 Cable Car and Peak Walk by Tissot Guide
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The cable car glides out of the forest at Col du Pillon and the valley falls away, a green rug folding into stone. In fifteen unhurried minutes the cabin surges into the high country, windows breathing cold light as glaciers blink awake around you. At 3,000 meters, the air thins, voices soften, and the Alps shoulder closer—Jungfrau, the Matterhorn, and Mont Blanc staking the horizon as if daring each other to stand taller.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Layer like a local
Temperatures at 3,000 m swing fast; bring a windproof shell and a warm midlayer even on sunny days.
Mind the wind window
The Peak Walk can close for high winds; check live status before you go and aim for earlier departures when conditions are calmer.
Altitude awareness
At 3,000 m, pace yourself, hydrate, and skip alcohol before the ride up; mild altitude symptoms are common.
Footwear matters
Wear sturdy shoes with good tread—walkways can be wet or icy, and the glacier trail is compacted snow when open.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Alpine choughs riding thermals around the terraces
- Ibex or chamois on rocky slopes in quieter hours
History
The Peak Walk by Tissot opened in 2014, linking two summits at Scex Rouge and instantly becoming an alpine icon. Les Diablerets’ name harks back to legends of ‘devils’ haunting the massif’s storms and cliffs.
Conservation
Glaciers here are retreating; stick to marked paths to avoid crevasses and fragile snow bridges. Pack out all waste and avoid stepping off groomed routes to reduce impact on the high-alpine environment.
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Adventure Hotspots in Les Diablerets
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Windproof/waterproof shell
Summit winds and sudden squalls are common; a shell keeps you warm and dry on exposed walkways.
High-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
Sun intensity and snow glare at altitude can burn quickly, even on cloudy days.
Insulated gloves and beanie
Cold air bites on the Peak Walk and chairlift; protect fingers and ears in sub-freezing temps.
winter specific
Polarized sunglasses (Cat 3–4)
Glare from snow and ice is strong; high-quality lenses reduce eye strain and improve contrast.