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.
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.
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Throughout the year : open daily.Accepted customers
Accepted customers
- Individuals
Points of interest
Points of interest
Points of interest
1Téléphérique du Salève - cable car
Take to the skies in a cable car! A journey through nature, culture and leisure.<br/>The Salève cable car welcomes you with new areas and a new range of services. Discover the most beautiful view around Lake Geneva, an extraordinary panorama of the Geneva countryside, the city of Geneva and Lake Geneva.
Don't miss this place where sport, culture and nature come together. During your visit, take advantage of the 150m² museum area to learn all about the Salève and the cable car (free guided tour Monday to Friday at 11am), the Café 1100 for a gourmet break, and a climbing wall over 20m high (paying, by reservation).
We'll have to wait a few months to discover the playground (summer 2025).
Other activities, such as the climbing wall, paragliding area, esplanade, museo and children's activities, are available now!
Find out more about the fascinating history of this facility on the tourist office website <a target="_blank" href="https://www.montsdegeneve.com/a-voir-a-faire/culture/legendes-histoires-locales/le-telepherique-du-saleve/">https://www.montsdegeneve.com/a-voir-a-faire/culture/legendes-histoires-locales/le-telepherique-du-saleve/</a>
2Playground at Salève
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.
