Gurten is Bern’s local mountain: close enough to feel effortless, high enough to reset the mood. A short funicular ride lifts the city behind you and opens up wide views over rooftops, river bends, and—when the air is clear—an Alpine horizon that makes Bern feel wonderfully small.
Prices and last rides can change seasonally or for events. Treat the numbers below as a planning baseline and confirm before heading up.
Adult Price (Guide)
CHF 7 one-way, CHF 12.60 return (Wabern ↔ Gurten Kulm).
Frequency
Typically every 15 minutes from early morning.
Best Time
Late afternoon for golden light, or early for calm paths.
Ticket Prices (Typical Published)
Wabern ↔ Gurten Kulm
- • Adults: CHF 7 (single) / CHF 12.60 (return)
- • Children 6–15: CHF 3.50 (single) / CHF 6.30 (return)
Operating Pattern (Guide)
- • First rides are typically from 07:00
- • Monday–Saturday: last ascent around 23:30, last descent around 23:45
- • Sunday: last ascent around 20:00, last descent around 20:15
What to Do on Gurten
Easy Plan (2 Hours)
- • Ride up and walk the viewpoint loop
- • Coffee or a drink with a view
- • Ride down in time for Old Town dinner
Longer Plan (Half Day)
- • Add a gentle hike segment
- • Lunch on the mountain
- • Golden hour viewpoint before descending
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Accuracy note
Hours, tickets, and seasonal access can change. We link to primary sources where it helps and keep guides updated—but always verify time-sensitive details before you go.