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title: "Stockhorn Cableway"
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description: "Enjoy a panoramic trip on the Stockhorn Cableway. Reach the summit of the Stockhorn in just 20 minutes. The magnificent view of the gondola ride makes your excursion a varied experience right from the beginning, at any season. At the top, you can look forward to fresh mountain air, exciting activities, hiking trails for all levels, and delightful culinary moments.&nbsp;With a summit at 2,190&nbsp;m above sea level, the Stockhorn is the highest mountain in the Stockhorn Range. The imposing peak towers over the city of Thun at the entrance to the Holiday Region Interlaken. As you travel from Bern towards the Bernese Oberland, the peak is visible long before you arrive. A wide range of natural and mountain experiences, as well as culinary highlights, await you on the Stockhorn at any time of the year. On clear days, the views down to the city of Thun and its lake and across the Central Plateau to Jura are simply stunning. The cable car transports visitors from Erlenbach in the Simmental valley to the summit station on the Stockhorn in less than 20 minutes. The Stockhorn Cableway comprises two sections: A pair of modern panoramic cabins shuttle between Erlenbach and the midway station of Chrindi. Here, you change to one of the iconic red gondola and swing over Lake Hinterstocken on your way to the summit. The two-and-a-half-mile&nbsp;journey is an impressive experience full of views.&nbsp;From spring to fallFrom spring to fall, the Stockhorn is a tempting choice offering easy-going hiking trails and fast-paced scooter bike descents, climbing routes and bungee jumps, as well as fishing at Lake Hinterstocken and a quiz while out in the mountains. There’s something for everyone.&nbsp;In winterIn winter, the mountains around the Stockhorn transform into a tranquil natural spectacle. The frozen Lake Hinterstocken is perfect for skating or ice fishing, and the snowy landscape can be explored at your leisure on snowshoes. Those looking for a warm refreshment afterwards can order an igloo fondue right on the mountain or enjoy drinks and snacks at the bar.&nbsp;Operating hoursThe Stockhorn Cableway operates during the summer season from mid-April to mid-November and during the winter season from mid-November to mid-March. Detailed operating hours can be found at stockhorn.ch.Not to be missedAerial cableway from Erlenbach to the summit in just 20 minutesImpressive panorama and breathtaking viewsBarrier-free mountain experienceOpen all yearHere’s what you need to know to make your trip perfectOperating hours are seasonalPlan your arrival – by train or car?Check the timetable for possible connectionsPack the right equipment for your activity"
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Stockhorn Cableway
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The Stockhorn Cableway: travel to the summit with stunning views

- mountain railways
- cableway
- climbing
- fishing
- bungy jumping
- snowshoeing
- mountains
- places of power
- alpine landscapes
- Disability Access
- summer
- winter
- ice scating

More than a normal cable car ride thanks to guaranteed views of a natural paradise
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**Enjoy a panoramic trip on the Stockhorn Cableway. Reach the summit of the Stockhorn in just 20 minutes. The magnificent view of the gondola ride makes your excursion a varied experience right from the beginning, at any season. At the top, you can look forward to fresh mountain air, exciting activities, hiking trails for all levels, and delightful culinary moments.**  
With a summit at 2,190 m above sea level, the Stockhorn is the highest mountain in the Stockhorn Range. The imposing peak towers over the city of Thun at the entrance to the Holiday Region Interlaken. As you travel from Bern towards the Bernese Oberland, the peak is visible long before you arrive. A wide range of natural and mountain experiences, as well as culinary highlights, await you on the Stockhorn at any time of the year. On clear days, the views down to the city of Thun and its lake and across the Central Plateau to Jura are simply stunning. The cable car transports visitors from Erlenbach in the Simmental valley to the summit station on the Stockhorn in less than 20 minutes. The Stockhorn Cableway comprises two sections: A pair of modern panoramic cabins shuttle between Erlenbach and the midway station of Chrindi. Here, you change to one of the iconic red gondola and swing over Lake Hinterstocken on your way to the summit. The two-and-a-half-mile journey is an impressive experience full of views.
 
**From spring to fall**
From spring to fall, the Stockhorn is a tempting choice offering easy-going hiking trails and fast-paced scooter bike descents, climbing routes and bungee jumps, as well as fishing at Lake Hinterstocken and a quiz while out in the mountains. There’s something for everyone.
 
**In winter**
In winter, the mountains around the Stockhorn transform into a tranquil natural spectacle. The frozen Lake Hinterstocken is perfect for skating or ice fishing, and the snowy landscape can be explored at your leisure on snowshoes. Those looking for a warm refreshment afterwards can order an igloo fondue right on the mountain or enjoy drinks and snacks at the bar.
 
**Operating hours**
The Stockhorn Cableway operates during the summer season from mid-April to mid-November and during the winter season from mid-November to mid-March. Detailed operating hours can be found at .

###  **Not to be missed**

- Aerial cableway from Erlenbach to the summit in just 20 minutes
- Impressive panorama and breathtaking views
- Barrier-free mountain experience
- Open all year

### **Here’s what you need to know to make your trip perfect**

- Operating hours are seasonal
- Plan your arrival – by train or car?
- Check the timetable for possible connections
- Pack the right equipment for your activity

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Good to know
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Openings

Winter operation from November to mid-March
https://stockhorn.ch/inform/timetable-prices/timetable-winter

Summer operation from mid-April to mid-November
https://stockhorn.ch/inform/timetable-prices/timetable-summer

Ascent and descent every 30 minutes.

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Eligibility

- Suitable for any weather
- for Groups
- for Class
- Pet allowed
- Suitable for the Elderly
- Suitable for Pushchair
- for Children of the age of 3-6
- for Children of the age of 6-10
- for Children of the age of 10 upwards

Other Furnishing/Equipment

- Children Entertainment Corner (indoors)
- Toilet
- Baby Change
- Handicapped accessible WC
- Barrier-free access

Payment methods

American Express, Cash, Diners Club, Debit Card, Mastercard, Twint, Visa

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License (master data)

Interlaken Tourismus

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    20.68 km
    
    
    - Thematic Trail

Address &amp; Contact:

**Stockhornbahn AG**

Kleindorf 338A

3762 Erlenbach im Simmental