Grindelwald-First
ski area

  • Adventure Paradise
  • Snow Park

No question – if you want an experience on the boards in the Bernese Oberland, go to the freestyle Eldorado at Grindelwald-First. Here, snowboarders and skiers of all levels can find the right space to practise tricks or perfect their jumps. 

Prices and tickets

  • Jungfrau Ski Region ski pass
    From CHF 79

    Jungfrau Ski Region ski pass

    Experience the Jungfrau Ski Region – a winter paradise for skiers and snowboarders set against the impressive backdrop of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
    • 05.12.2024 - 27.04.2025
  • Winter passes for hiking and sledging
    From CHF 61

    Winter passes for hiking and sledging

    Enjoy unlimited hiking and sledging fun in the Jungfrau Ski Region with the “Winter hiking and sledging pass” or “Unlimited Jungfrau Winter Pass”!

    • One-day and multi-day pass or season pass
  • Jungfraujoch “Top Ticket” connection ticket
    CHF 63

    Jungfraujoch “Top Ticket” connection ticket

    Another highlight in the Jungfrau Ski Region winter paradise: With the "Jungfraujoch Top Ticket" you can travel to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe for CHF 63.

    • Available from 01.12.24 - 30.04.25
  • Children ski free on Saturdays
    Free

    Children ski free on Saturdays

    Up to three children (6 to 15 years) receive a free day pass on Saturdays, if an adult buys a one-day or afternoon ticket at the list price.

  • Top4 ski pass – 4 top regions – 1 price
    From CHF 850

    Top4 ski pass – 4 top regions – 1 price

    The Top4 ski pass opens up the winter sports world of the largest four ski areas in the Bernese Oberland to you: Jungfrau Ski Region, Adelboden-Lenk, Meiringen-Hasliberg and Gstaad.
    • Advance sale until 22.12.24
    • Season pass
  • Ski locker instead of carrying your skis around
    From CHF 12/day

    Ski locker instead of carrying your skis around

    The two ski lockers at Grindelwald Terminal save skiers from having to lug their equipment with them on every trip to Grindelwald.

    • Grindelwald Terminal

Ski area operating information

Ski area Grindelwald-First
21.12.2024 - 30.03.2025 continuous 

Live slope data

Grindelwald-First

1034 - 2168 m.a.s.l.

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Additional ski areas of the Jungfrau Ski Region:

  • Grindelwald-Wengen ski area

    Grindelwald-Wengen ski area

    Glide down the slopes of Kleine Scheidegg, Lauberhorn and Männlichen on skis or snowboard.
  • Mürren-Schilthorn ski area

    Mürren-Schilthorn ski area

    Scenic slopes, steep runs, adrenaline rushes, and magical winter hiking trails.

Winter sports in front of the most beautiful panorama of Switzerland

Discover the highlights of the ski area Grindelwald-First!

  • Snowpark Grindelwald-First: Snowboard and freeski paradise

    Snowpark Grindelwald-First: Snowboard and freeski paradise

    Snowpark Grindelwald-First: a 130-metre halfpipe and two parks with different levels of difficulty for the snowboarding and freeskiing community, with an attractive course for ski cross fans.
    • 2,500 m
    • Grindelwald-First ski area
  • First Flyer: Through the air at 84 km/h

    First Flyer: Through the air at 84 km/h

    With the Flying Fox variant First Flyer, four people race down the 800-metre-long steel cable from First to Schreckfeld at speeds of up to 84 km/h – even in winter!

    • 2,166 – 1,956 m
    • Time required ~ 10 minutes
    • Grindelwald-First ski area
  • First Glider: Fly like an eagle

    First Glider: Fly like an eagle

    Up to four people can fly through the snowy mountain landscape in the eagle known as the First Glider: first at 72 km/h backwards from Schreckfeld to First, then back again at up to 83 km/h.

    • 2,166 – 1,956 m
    • Time required ~ 15 minutes
    • Grindelwald-First ski area
  • First Cliff Walk by Tissot: Thrills and breathtaking views

    First Cliff Walk by Tissot: Thrills and breathtaking views

    A circular summit trail around the First mountain station. A bridge along the rock face leads to a vantage platform that protrudes 45 metres into the void and offers breathtaking views of the snow-covered 4000-metre peaks.

    • 2'166 m
    • Time required ~ 20 minutes
    • Grindelwald-First ski area
  • First View: Panoramic view of the Bernese Alps

    First View: Panoramic view of the Bernese Alps

    The First View vantage platform on the summit of the First high above Grindelwald offers seven breathtaking views of the Bernese Alps – all year round.

    • 2'194 m
    • Time required ~ 20 minutes
    • Grindelwald-First ski area
  • Lily Winter Slopes: Snow fun for the little ones

    Lily Winter Slopes: Snow fun for the little ones

    On the Grindelwald-First adventure mountain, children can let off steam on the Lily Fun Slope with fun obstacles. On Kleine Scheidegg, two more Lily Slopes guarantee lots of skiing fun.

    • On Saturday children receive a free day ticket
    • Grindelwald-Wengen & Grindelwald-First ski areas
  • The Winter Final – Lily’s Treasure Hunt in the Snow

    The Winter Final – Lily’s Treasure Hunt in the Snow

    On the ultimate weekend of the winter season, Switzerland’s biggest treasure hunt in the snow takes place at the First mountain station. Anyone who finds one of the coveted 30 chests will be rewarded with a prize at the Season-End Party.
    • 2,166 m
    • Grindelwald-First ski area
  • To victory with speed and courage

    To victory with speed and courage

    On the eight-kilometre “King of the First Hill” popular downhill run from Oberjoch to Stählisboden (1,300 metres in altitude), daredevils can earn the title of king with a speedy run. They compete in the categories ski, snowboard, telemark and fun.

    • 2,500 m – 1,200 m
    • Grindelwald-First ski area

Winter Hiking & Sledging Highlights:

  • Big Pintenfritz: Longest toboggan run in the world

    Big Pintenfritz: Longest toboggan run in the world

    Those who hike from the First mountain station to the Faulhorn on sledges in winter are rewarded twice over: with the unique panorama of the Bernese Alps covered in deep snow and with the view of the longest sled run (15 km) in the world.
    • 2’552 - 1'153 m
    • Time required ~ 3.5 hours (incl. toboggan ride)
    • Grindelwald-First ski area
  • Faulhorn winter hiking

    Faulhorn winter hiking

    The winter hike from First offers a breathtaking panorama and leads to the Faulhorn, the starting point of the longest toboggan run in the world. Once you have pulled your toboggan along, you can enjoy a leisurely ride down into the valley – all you need to do is steer and brake.

    • 2'678 - 1'797 m
    • Time required ~ 4 hours
    • Grindelwald-First ski area

Information on how to get to the Jungfrau Ski Region:

  • Park+Ride Matten bei Interlaken

    Park+Ride Matten bei Interlaken

    For day visitors to the Jungfrau Ski Region travelling by car, we recommend using the new Matten b. Interlaken stop: park at the P+R and enjoy direct public transport connections to the ski area. Environmentally friendly and comfortable.
  • Car park live status

    Car park live status

    Find out about the current car park occupancy rate online here at jungfrau.ch  – in comfort from home or on the move. Arrive stress-free with the Jungfrau Region car park guidance system.
  • Wengen shuttle train

    Now you can simply take the luggage trolley with you on the train: The modern Wengen Shuttle makes travelling between Lauterbrunnen and Wengen a more pleasant experience than ever. No matter whether you are planning a longer stay in Wengen or want to return to the valley after skiing.

Your refreshment in the ski area Grindelwald-First:

  • The best spot for menus and views

    The best spot for menus and views

    With its wide selection of food and drink, the mountain inn is more than convenient for outdoor activists. The Berggasthaus First surprises not only with Swiss classics and new creations but also with a fantastic view.

    • 2'167 m

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