Mountain railways in summer operation – comfortable up, great outdoors
In summer, the mountain railways in the Glarus region take you directly to the most beautiful views – without a sweat on your brow. Whether by funicular to Braunwald, by the Elm sports railways to panoramic trails and family adventures, by the Äugstenbahn into the quiet mountain landscape or high up with the railways in Glarus Nord, which take you right into sunny hiking areas and bike routes: your summer experience begins the moment you board. Whether a summit picnic, a trail run, a visit to a mountain hut or a leisurely high-altitude hike – the mountain railways make it easy. Soar up, hike off, enjoy the summer.
Braunwald
The mountain railways around Braunwald take you comfortably to viewing points, hiking trails and peaceful alpine areas in the summer: the funicular to the car-free sun terrace, the aerial cableway from Tierfed to Chalktrittli to sunny alpine meadows, the LSB Luchsingen-Brunnenberg to quiet natural gems and the LSB Urnerboden-Fisetengrat directly to the high-alpine touring paradise. Get on board, go up – experience a summer full of views.
Elm
The mountain railways of the Elm holiday region take you directly to sunny heights and quiet natural oases in the summer: the Kies-Mettmen aerial cableway takes you to the Freiberg Kärpf nature paradise, the Tschinglen aerial cableway to the legendary Martinsloch backdrop and the Matt-Weissenberg aerial cableway to idyllic hiking trails and traditional Alpine pastures, while the Elm sports cableways take you high up to the Riesenwald forest. Get on board, take off, and start hiking – summer is here with no need to worry about the ascent.
Glarus
The Äugstenbahn Glarus takes you in the summer to a quiet, sunny mountain world high above the valley. Whether you prefer leisurely high-altitude hikes, impressive viewpoints or a visit to the Äugstenhütte, the natural experience begins right after the mountain ride. Ideal for those seeking fresh mountain air, wide-ranging views and a touch of Alpine summer feeling.
Glarus Nord
The mountain railways in Glarus Nord will take you to sunny heights and active adventures in the summer, quickly and relaxed: The Niederurnen-Morgenholz aerial cableway opens up access to scenic hiking trails and quiet natural areas, while the Kerenzerberg sports railways offer ideal starting points for bike tours, panoramic trails and fast scooter rides.
GlarnerlandPass – your guest card and more
The GlarnerlandPass is your digital companion for an unforgettable stay in one of the most beautiful mountain regions in Switzerland. Whether as an overnight guest with an integrated digital guest card or as a day guest or local resident with exclusive community benefits – the GlarnerlandPass makes your stay easier, more personal and more rewarding.