Classic Salève hike, round trip to the Upper Station of the Cableway from the district of Pas de l'Échelle in Etrembières. Discover the history of the oldest trail of the Salève, with an impressive panorama !
The hike of the Pas de l'Echelle will make you discover a rich natural and historical heritage in the heart of the Salève mountain. The climb is first made by an old trail dating from the 14th century, original by its steps carved out of stone, allowing to cross the rocky bar between the Petit Salève and the Salève.
You will then walk towards the village of Monnetier and its castle built on the cliff side at the beginning of the 16th century, by François-Prosper of Geneva-Lullin. Retrace the history of the Golden Age of Geneva tourism in the 19th century, as evidenced by the tunnel of the Old Funicular and its railway that you will have the opportunity to observe during your walk.
The Station of arrival of the Cable Car, the highest point of the route, offers a superb view of the Geneva basin and the Lake Geneva.
The hike of the Pas de l'Echelle will make you discover a rich natural and historical heritage in the heart of the Salève mountain. The climb is first made by an old trail dating from the 14th century, original by its steps carved out of stone, allowing to cross the rocky bar between the Petit Salève and the Salève.
You will then walk towards the village of Monnetier and its castle built on the cliff side at the beginning of the 16th century, by François-Prosper of Geneva-Lullin. Retrace the history of the Golden Age of Geneva tourism in the 19th century, as evidenced by the tunnel of the Old Funicular and its railway that you will have the opportunity to observe during your walk.
The Station of arrival of the Cable Car, the highest point of the route, offers a superb view of the Geneva basin and the Lake Geneva.
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All year round daily.<br/>Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions.<br/><br/>Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.Accepted customers
Accepted customers
- Individuals
Points of interest
Points of interest
Points of interest
1Téléphérique du Salève - cable car
Take the Salève cable car up to 1100 m in just a few minutes. Up there, you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, as well as a wide range of natural, sporting, cultural and gastronomic activities!<br/>The Salève cable car, one of the region's jewels and almost a century old, takes you to an altitude of 1100 m and invites you to discover the richness of this Natura 2000 listed mountain site. And the climb is just the beginning!
From the Rebuffel terrace or rooftop, enjoy the extraordinary panorama of the Geneva countryside, the city of Geneva and Lake Geneva, during the day or at sunset on summer evenings, while sipping a cocktail.
During your visit, take advantage of a 150 m² museum area to learn all about the Salève and the cable car, take part in the "Salève unveils itself" and "the fabulous history of the Salève cable car" tours, and discover nature through activities for children and families.
Sports enthusiasts can try their hand at climbing on our 20 m high wall with our instructor (fee payable, booking required, days and times on our website), take a walk along the path to the Observatoire restaurant or book a paragliding flight.
For something to eat, Café 1100 welcomes you for a gourmet break.
And for a gourmet lunch or dinner, opt for the Vertiges restaurant (reservation essential).
2Viewpoint: Téléphérique du Salève
From the cable car esplanade, you can enjoy an unobstructed view of Geneva and its jet d'eau, with the Jura as a backdrop. A haven of tranquillity with a breathtaking view.<br/>If you like sport then this is the place for you, with a choice of hiking, paragliding and mountain biking.
