Gelmerbahn Swiss alpine lake hike • Best Hikes Switzerland

[@travelwithsouheila5198]

Came here from the blog post! Thanks for super detailed article, definitely added this hike on my list for this summer! Thanks again! 😊

[@SwissFamilyFun]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@tunnahankuntt]

We'll plan to visiting switzerland with my wife after corona ends and your blog and channel helps me to discover these nice places. Thank you so much!

[@tunnahankuntt]

ps: I'm watching approximately 1 hour of my day at youtube for years and I never comment in any video. ( maybe more than 10.000 videos in total.) It's my first comment. Because you really inform me with a great details and pleasure. Thanks

[@MrToorbo]

Love, love your videos!!

[@daveworthington7596]

hjeading to switzerland early next septemper ,was there last year but stayed on a campsite in grinderwald for 8 nights ,had a awesome time but after watching your videos going a few nights in different regions ,campsites thsat are easy to get to by train or bus and do some of your hikes i have watched you and your family do ,thanks for the excellent videos

[@miguelmartinezgarcia4184]

Hi, is beautiful

[@miaaaa937]

Great job! Girl, your channel and your posts rock! Im your fan from now on!

[@SwissFamilyFun]

Thanks so much!

[@SwissTraveling]

Nice Hike 👍

[@timmccabe4654]

We’ve been to Switzerland twice in the last few years. Can’t wait to get back soon and your videos are my greatest encouragement to do so. Please keep up the good work and keep them coming! Thanks also for your website details.

[@SwissFamilyFun]

Thanks so much! Glad you are enjoying the videos. Hope you make it to Switzerland again soon.

[@christheswiss390]

What a beautiful hike and family adventure. Thank you for the video. On a more philosophical note: can you imagine a Gelmerbahn in the US? You'd have security windows 6 feet high surrounding the complete tethered vehicle, mandatory seatbelts to strap yourself in, heavy fines for opening the belts during the ascent or descent, a 45 minute safety and compliance "introduction" before setting foot on the premises as well as a mandatory signature on a form waiving all your rights before ever setting foot in the contraption. Plus, there would be signs that tell you you're not allowed to carry weapons, signs you're not allowed to enter without wearing a shirt, plus signs that you must wear appropriate footwear. At the Gelmerbahn there is - nothing. Swiss society just says: your responsible. Act like it. And "magically", everyone does. This funicular nicely exemplifies how culturally far apart the two countries have grown regarding personal freedoms and personal responsibilities. I find it interesting that hardly any expat or immigrant ever mentions, let alone expands, on these massive and very tangible social and cultural differences, or what effects they are having on their respective societies. But I understand that you are just describing a beautiful day out with the family, and that's perfect. It was just a thought for perhaps another video some other time.

[@adiwitanti5079]

Sangat cantik alam swiss

[@taar1]

Your videos are getting better and better 👍

[@SwissFamilyFun]

Thank you ! I had fun making this one.

[@martalesniak8201]

Hi! You have to always book a Return / Talwarts on a particular hour ticket in advance right?

[@SwissFamilyFun]

Yes, it's best to book tickets online beforehand because they often sell out. When you book tix, you select a specific time to go up and a specific time to go down. I recommend at least 3hrs at the top. If you miss your down time, you are usually out of luck and will have to walk down. But they might have a couple open spots if you ask.

[@martalesniak8201]

@@SwissFamilyFun thanks a lot!!! Im going to take a ride next week :)

[@steveeb9567]

Short sign posts don't get bent by snow loads. Here I thought you would grill some nice sausages but instead sugar. I'm looking for hikes that can be done on crutches (one leg) I guess this is not one of them..:)

[@omerkagan3758]

Is it possible to swim?

[@adomix]

If you like very cold water, yes.