Tripadvisor Travelers' ChoiceFamily-Friendly Rail-Cars Trip to Emosson Mountain Dam (Valais) with VerticAlpAmazing Swiss views and a ride in one of the world's steepest funiculars. Just 1h35 from Geneva, 1h20 from Lausanne
BuyClub.ch: VerticAlp Rail Cars Trip to Emosson Mountain Dam (Valais)
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- Winner: Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice
- 4.8* on Google
- Amazing tourist attraction in Valais with 2 funiculars + 1 panoramic train (see video)
- Valid 7/7 all summer
- Free for kids under 6
- 1h35 from Geneva, 1h20 from Lausanne
- Valid 7/7 til Oct 26, 2025
- 1 voucher = round trip for adult or child (age 6-15), valid on all 3 rides (Châtelard funicular + mini-train + minifunic) for 1 person
- Valid during all open hours
- Voucher must be used in 1 visit
- Can buy & use max 2 adult vouchers + 3 child vouchers per household
- Must show voucher at Châtelard ticket office. Reservations not accepted
- Some or all rail-cars / attractions may close if bad weather. We recommend checking VerticAlp's website before visiting
- Vouchers can't be refunded for any reason
- No cash back. Not valid with other offers
Switzerland's Best Views
Located in Valais (1h35 from Geneva, 1h20 from Lausanne), VerticAlp Emosson is a family-friendly high-altitude adventure with with railway attractions, hiking paths, picnic spots, café-restaurant & more activities amid beautiful natural surroundings.
Reviews:
- Winner Tripadvisor Travelers Choice & rated 4.7*
- 4.8* on Google
The main attractions are the 3 rides that transport you up nearly 2000m to some of Switzerland's best views:
- Châtelard Funicular: world's steepest double-cabin cable car (max slope 87%) will take you up to 1825m at Montuires. Once there, you can hike, enjoy a meal at the VerticAlp Café, or let the kids have fun at the outdoor playground
- Panoramic Train: takes you on the winding mountain route through the forest & 5 tunnels, stopping at the foot of the Emosson Dam. With stunning views of the Mont Blanc and the Bouqui Gorge
- Minifunic: climb the last 140m with this tiny cable car to arrive at the picturesque Emosson Dam - Switzerland’s 2nd largest water reservoir, nearly 2000m high
Today's Offer
Choose after clicking "Buy":
Option 1: Round trip for 1 adult (age 16+) for CHF 46 32
Option 2: Round trip for 1 child (age 6-15) for CHF 23 16
Free for kids under age 6.
Can buy & use max 2 adult vouchers + 3 child vouchers per household.
- Includes access to all 3 rides (Châtelard funicular + panoramic train + minifunic)
- Departures every 30 mins (may change depending on passenger numbers)
- Round trip takes ca 2h, but you can choose how much time you spend & what you do at each stop
- Activities may require extra payment
Dates & Times
- The funiculars & mini-train operate 7/7 from 08h35 to 16h05 (non-stop). Last descent at 16h55
- Some rail-cars / attractions may close without notice due to weather conditions
Open days / times may change - pls check here (under 'Emosson') before visiting
Full Prices
Full prices for round trip tickets are:
- Adult: CHF 46
- Kids 6-15: CHF 23
- Kids under 6: free
VerticAlp offers discounts for CFF/SBB pass holders (Half-Fare, GA, Junior), but only if you buy your ticket on-site at Châtelard (not online & can't be combined with the BuyClub offer). Full info on VerticAlp's website.
