From the village of Monnetier-Mornex, full of the charm of the Belle Epoque, head for the upper cable car station by following the old track on which the small rack-and-pinion train used to run, carrying crowds of visitors from the Geneva area up until the 1930s.
Level: Easy
Along the way you'll discover the remains of the old funicular rail track (bridges, station in Monnetier and track ballast). After climbing up through the woods, you'll reach the alpine pastures at the upper cable car terminus where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Geneva. The funicular railway was inaugurated in 1892 but it fell into decline in 1935.
5.5 km
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max. 1083 m
min. 649 m
450 m
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Take to the skies in a cable car! A journey through nature, culture and leisure.
A Playground is situated at the cable car station at an altitude of 1,100 metres. One-off attractions and plays throughout the year, with full programme of events available on the website.
Phone : 04 50 95 07 10
Email : ot@montsdegeneve.com
Website : www.cirkwi.com/fr/circuit/54511-chemin-du-funiculaire
Throughout the year : open daily.
Don't forget to take the Salève cable car - one of the finest observation platforms in Europe awaits you at the top!
Botany trail, playground, authorised barbecue area, viewing table, restaurant with panoramic view. In Mornex, see the plaque commemorating Richard Wagner and John Ruskin, famous people who stayed at the Pavillon des Glycines. Don't miss the Anglican chapel and the small chapels.
Office de Tourisme des Monts de Genève - 26/03/2024
www.montsdegeneve.com
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