Overview & prices Funiculars and tours 2 Gelmerbahn (funicular) Price Adult return CHF 27.-/ single trip CHF 17.-; 6-16 year-olds return CHF 17.- / single trip CHF 12.-. Operating times 1. June - 20. October 2013 from 9 am until 4 pm; July and August from 8 am until 5 pm. Timetable Ascent on the hour and 30 minutes past the hour / Descent 15 and 45 minutes past the hour. Triftbahn (aerial cable car) Price Adult return CHF 22.- / single trip CHF 14.-; 6-16 year-olds return CHF 14.- / single trip CHF 10.-. Operating times 1. June - 20. October 2013 from 9 am until 4 pm; July and August from 8 am until 5 pm. Timetable Continuous service. Tällibahn (aerial cable car) Price per ride Adult CHF 6.-; 6-16 year-olds CHF 4.-. Operating times 1. June - 20. October 2013 from 7 am until 7.30 pm. Timetable self-service ride. Ticket sales Tourist Center Grimseltor in Innertkirchen and at the bottom station of the Tällibahn. Sidelhornbahn (aerial cable car) Price per ride Adults CHF 6.-; Children 6-16 CHF 4.-. Operating times 29. May - 20. October 2013 from 7 am until 9.30 pm. Timetable Self-operating. Tickets Available at the Tourist Center Grimseltor in Innertkirchen and at the bottom station of the Sidelhornbahn. Reichenbachfallbahn (funicular) Prices Adults return CHF 10.- / single trip CHF 7.-, Children 6-16 return CHF 8.- / single trip CHF 6.-. Operating times 4. May - 13. October 2013 from 9 am until 11.45 am and 1.15 pm until 5.45 pm; July and August non-stop from 9 am until 6.00 pm. GRIMSELWELT Grimselstrasse 19 CH-3862 Innertkirchen Tel +41 33 982 26 26 welcome@grimselwelt.ch www.grimselwelt.ch GRIMSELHOTELS welcome@grimselhotels.ch We reserve the right to close the left due to bad weather. Current information can be found at www.grimselwelt.ch. Webcode 1001. Handeck Hotel und Naturressort CH-3864 Guttannen Tel +41 33 982 36 11 Fax +41 33 982 36 05 Power Plant Tours Are you planning a business, club, family or school outing? Take a look at www.grimselwelt.ch and the corresponding Webcode for more detailed information about our range of tours. Tour «Electricity Production», Power Plant Grimsel 1, Crystal cavern. Webcode 503. Grimsel Hospiz Historisches Alpinhotel CH-3864 Guttannen Tel +41 33 982 46 11 Fax +41 33 982 46 05 1 Group Outing «Thrills and Culinary Delights», Tour of Power Plant, return ride on the Gelmer Funicular, lunch in one of the Grimsel hotels. Webcode 511. Tour «Energy in Granite», Power Plant Grimsel 2, Crystal cavern, Storage dam. Webcode 504. Pioneer Tour «The Future is Electric», Power Plant Handeck 1 and 2. Webcode 505. Tour «Grasping Hydroelectricity», Power Plant Handeck 3, Storage dam, rapelling. Webcode 509. Oberaar Restaurant und Berghaus Bäregg Ferien- und Alpinhütte CH-3864 Guttannen Tel +41 33 982 36 11 Fax +41 33 982 36 05 2 3 Tour «Experience Hydroelectricity», Power Plant Innertkirchen 1. Webcode 510. Visitor centre Exhibition «The future of electricity Electricity is the future» at Grimsel Hospiz. Open daily from 29. May 20. October 2013 from 8 am until 8 pm. Free entry. Webcode 502. Grimsel Hotels 2013 english Prices and programmes are subject to change. Grimselwelt is a commitment of KWO; Kraftwerke Oberhasli AG
Impressum 5 Grimsel adventure 1 2 Sustenpass 8 3 S t e i n g l e t s c h e r T r i f t g l e t s c h e r 4 Mittelmeer N o r d s e e R h o n e g l e t s c h e r 1 1 2 Gadmen 3 5 9 10 Guttannen 5 2 6 11 12 1 4 5 Grimselpass 13 2 7 14 15 8 6 7 U n 7 3 4 8 Oberaargletscher 4 3 t e r a a r g l e t s c h e r 4 3 2 5 1 Innertkirchen 6 6 G a u l i g l e t s c h e r UNESCO WELTERBE Schweizer Alpen Jungfrau - Aletsch r g l e t s c h e r Meiringen 5 7 L a u t e r a a Impressum Publisher Grimselwelt, Grimselstrasse 19, 3862 Innertkirchen Layout and design Laufwerk, Bern Photos Neil Barclay, David Birri, Robert Bösch, Patrizio di Renzo, Beat Kehrli, Rolf Neeser, KWO Texts Elsbeth Hobmeier Printing Stämpfli AG, Bern neutral Drucksache No. 01-11-445515 www.myclimate.org myclimate The Climate Protection Partnership Mix Produktgruppe aus vorbildlicher Waldwirtschaft und anderen kontrollierten Herkünften Cert no. SQS-COC-023903, www.fsc.org 1996 Forest Stewardship Council Gotthard Furka Gelmerbahn Handeck-Power plant Susten Gadmen Central Switzerland Grimsel Triftbahn Tällibahn Innertkirchen Ticino Nufenen Gletsch Brig Geneva Alpinhütte Bäregg Berghaus Oberaar Grimsel Hospiz KWO Visitors centre Sidelhornbahn Sommerloch Gerstenegg Hotel Handeck Guttannen Reichenbachfallbahn Meiringen Aare Gorge Brienz Brünig Hasliberg Basel / Zurich / Lucerne Interlaken Berne Welcome At the very heart of Switzerland, between the Grimsel and Susten Passes and along ancient paths you will find Grimselwelt. In harmony with nature, the Obershasli power plants harness the power of water to produce electricity. This fantastic mountain scenery will ensure you enjoy new levels of energy: from adventures in the underground world and the thrill of climbing, to stylish hotels. 5 Grimsel adventure Grimsel Hotels Reservoirs 1 Engstlenalp 1 Handeck Hotel und Naturresort 1 Engstlensee (natural lake) 2 Tälli climbing routes 2 Grimsel Hospiz Historisches Alpinhotel 2 Gelmersee 3 Tällibahn (aerial cable car) 3 Bäregg Ferien- und Alpinhütte 3 Mattenalpsee 4 Aareschlucht gorge 4 Oberaar Restaurant und Berghaus 4 Räterichsbodensee 5 Meiringen-Innertkirchen-Bahn (funicular) 5 Totensee 6 Tourist Center Grimseltor Power plants 6 Grimselsee 7 Reichenbachfallbahn (funicular) 1 Power plant (KWO) HQ 7 Trübtensee 8 Steingletscher, glacier path «Steinalp» 2 Innertkirchen 1 8 Oberaarsee 9 Triftbahn (aerial cable car) 3 Innertkirchen 2 10 Trift suspension bridge 4 Hopflauenen Mountains 11 Gelmerbahn (funicular), Handeckfall Bridge 5 Fuhren 1 Titlis 3259 m above sea level) 12 Handeck alpine cheese 13 Sommerloch - meeting point power plant tour 6 7 Handeck 1, 2, 3 Grimsel 1 2 Fünffingerstöcke 2995 m.s.l. 3 Sustenhorn 3503 m.s.l. «Electricity Production» 14 Visitors centre - «power in the future!» 15 Sidelhornbahn (aerial cable car) Grimselwelt Trail 8 Grimsel 2 UNESCO-World Heritage Site Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch Continental water divide 4 5 6 7 Diechterhorn 3390 m.s.l. Ritzlihorn 3264 m.s.l. Hangendgletscherhorn 3292 m.s.l. Sidelhorn 2765 m.s.l. 6
Hotel Handeck Hotel Handeck Experience a real Swiss alp: flower-covered alpine meadows, an alpine herb garden, gurgling streams, mystical forests and a cheese dairy where you can watch alpine cheese being made. All this and more awaits you at this superior hotel with its tastefully decorated rooms in the authentic, over 500 year old main house, stone house and chalet. This triumvirate is a world of A picture postcard perf ect natural resort 4 its own in a wonderful alpine location. Just minutes away is the spectacular Gelmer funicular and Handeck swingbridge above the Handeck waterfall. 5 Hotel und Naturresort
Hotel Handeck Hotel Handeck Guests in the Handeck Nature Resort have very good reason to smile. Even if the sun doesn t shine this won t put a damper on their holiday. The Handeck Nature Resort makes every kind of weather holiday weather! Sun yourself in this fresh alpine atmosphere then take a dip in the new 32 deg. warm outdoor pool, with counter flow unit and whirlpool. The fitness and wellness area is just the right place to tank Spoil yourselves! Fresh air and warm spring water. up on alpine energy. Lots of well-marked hiking trails will get you out into the great outdoors and the wonderful field-forest and meadow inspired meals in the 13 point Gault Millau restaurant will round off your days perfectly. 6 Finnish sauna multi-sensory showers Kneipp baths whirlpools outdoor pool (32 C) with counter flow and whirlpool relax terrace fitness room alp and herb garden barefoot trail 7 Don t forget your bathing suit. From June 2013 guests in the Handeck Nature Resort will have very good reason to smile. A little bit of bad weather won t put a damper on their holiday. Just the opposite... a few raindrops will make bathing in the new 13.5x5x1.4m outdoor pool, with counter flow unit and whirlpool, even more enjoyable.
Hotel Handeck Hotel Handeck No time for boredom here guaranteed! Because the Handeck is a natural adventure playground what childrens dreams are made of! Bubbling brooks to dam, dense forests to play hide and seek, campfires, cute alpine pigs waiting to be petted and, with a bit of patience, maybe even a mar This place is a unique paradise a kid s paradise. mot or two to watch. Older kids will enjoy an underground power plant tour and a visit to the crystal cavern. They can test their braveness by crossing the swingbridge at Handeck or riding up on the Gelmer funicular the steepest funicular in Europe. 8 Childrens playground in the alp garden mountain streams to play in and dam play-room campfire at the Säumerstein Gelmer funicular Handeck swingbridge crystal trail on the trail of the traders 9 Nature and Family. Includes 5 nights accommodation with generous breakfast buffet, 4-course evening meal, special «kids-menu» for the little ones, grill evening, hiking lunch and free use of the Grimselwelt transport lifts. Price per person in a family room CHF 690.-, Children 7-12 CHF 290.-, Children 13-16 CHF 390.-. www.grimselwelt.ch Webcode 205.
Hotel Handeck Hotel Handeck After a day s hiking, there s nothing better than enjoying a sip of Handeck s own spring water from nearby Ärlenhorn, as you stretch out in blissful relaxation. You ve arrived at Wood and stone. The stuff dreams are made of. 10 last! In a hotel set at the heart of nature. Wood, stone, linen and wool are the materials used to renovate all the rooms in authentic alpine style. Grimsel granite, taken from the primary rock found in the mountains right outside your window. And local timber used by the carpenter to fashion your bed and wardrobe to suit the size and shape of your room. As you sink back into your comfortable armchair in the Bächlistube surrounded by warm candlelight, enjoy the good life! 11 Natural Forest Adventure. Includes 3 nights accommodation with generous breakfast buffet, 4-course field-forest-meadow evening meal, picnic basket, fondue fun in the forest at Widmannshöhe, free use of the Grimselwelt transport lifts. Price per person in a double room CHF 499.-. www.grimselwelt.ch Webcode 204.
Hotel Handeck Hotel Handeck Alpine hospitality. A treat for body and soul. 12 Made from fresh alpine milk, our cheeses come from the cheese-makers next door that goes without saying! The meat comes from animals that grazed on the lush grass of the meadows in the Bernese Oberland, and the whitefish have been caught fresh from Brienzersee. The wine well, no, it doesn t come from up here in the mountains, but from Piedmont and Burgundy, where the mule drivers used to sell their wares. As in days gone by, regional dishes made from regional ingredients are served in the rustic Gelmerstube, where the old wooden beams have been stained by the passage of time. Or in the stylish Handeckstube, in front of a glowing fire. Whether you choose a large 4-course meal or a simple cheese and bread snack, enjoy! 13 Alpine Getaways. Includes three night s accommodation with generous breakfast buffet and 4-course evening meals (three night s accommodation for the price of two). Price per person in a double room from CHF 410.-. This package is also available in the Grimsel Hospiz, Oberaar and Tälli mountain retreats. Not available in July and August. www.grimselwelt.ch Webcode 209.
Grimsel Hospiz Grimsel Hospiz Grimsel Hospiz. A dramatic presence. This building has made history in Switzerland. In 1142, the old Grimsel Hospiz was the first inn in the country to be recorded in written documents. And in 1932 the new building created quite a stir as Europe s first electrically heated hotel. Today, we are pleased to carry on this proud tradition. Nearly 80 years later, after a thorough facelift, this grand old lady is once again pleased to be welcoming guests. With an interior that leaves nothing to be desired. And in keeping with tradition it features a heating system powered by environmentally friendly residual energy derived from the local hydroelectric plants. 14 15
Berghaus Tälli Grimsel Hospiz It stands atop a massive rock promontory which rises out of a storage dam, a symbol of hydroelectricity - the Grimsel Hospiz. The original Hospiz, derived from the medieval word «spittel» lies under the waters of the storage lake and was once a place of refuge from the harsh alpine climate. The «new» Hospiz is considered to be one of the most comfortable alpine guest houses and is a place in which to relax and enjoy despite its harsh exterior of solid granite Like a castle with a storage lake below. blocks. The views from the hotel and the scenic lookout are absolutely stunning. 16 Sidelhorn aerial cable car alpine hike to Mt. Sidelhorn (European water divide) chapel loop trail hike with military defence sentinel visitor s centre «Electricity the future is electric» Power Plant tour «Electricity Production» crystal trail on the trail of the traders 17 Sidelhorn. Reach your peak in a powerful place. Includes two night s accommodation with generous breakfast buffet, welcome drink, 4-course evening meals, picnic and return ride with the Sidelhorn aerial cable car. Price per person in a double room CHF 377.-. www.grimselwelt.ch Webcode 210.
Grimsel Hospiz Grimsel Hospiz Real alpine enthusiasts have known it for ages: nowhere is the silence so embracing, the tranquility so encompassing and the rest so rejuvenating is in the mountains. The Grimsel Hospiz, with its thick outer walls, is Grimsel Hospiz. Magical at any time of year. the perfect place to wind down and relax at any time of year. Let your eyes wander across unobstructed views of untouched natural surroundings and, at night, marvel at the star-filled sky. This place is an oasis of tranquility in summer and in winter. When 18 the cosy warmth of a roaring fire seems to 19 tame the harsh alpine climate and the day ends with a languorous dinner and an excellent glass of wine. Tranquil Winter Refuge. Including overnight stay with generous breakfast and brunch buffets (8 am - 1.30 pm), 4-course gourmet menu in the evening and organised transport from Innertkirchen. Price per person in double room, starting from CHF 255.-, plus all-in transport charge of CHF 100.- (postal vehicle, aerial cable cars, bus transfer through tunnels). www.grimselwelt.ch Webcode 202.
Grimsel Hospiz Grimsel Hospiz One thing s for certain: with its rustic fireplace set in the stone wall and the spectacular view along the Aare Valley, the new lounge is sure to be the favourite spot of all guests staying at Grimsel Hospiz, no matter how comfortable their own rooms may be. Inside and out, nature clearly has the last Splendid views. Reflecting the colours of nature. 20 word and has played a key role in determining interior design, too. From the green of the water from Lake Grimsel to the green shimmer of the granite. In the wood, the linen fabrics used, the lamps, the hand-crafted furniture, and in the ornamental forms of gentian, thistles and pine cones. And to make sure it s always nice and warm at 2 000 metres above sea level, we can thank the ecologically friendly heating derived from residual energy from underground power plants. 21 Freebie. Experience the symbiosis between nature and technology in the Grimselwelt. From 3 nights accommodation in the Grimselhotels (Hotel Grimsel Hospiz, Hotel Handeck, Berghaus Oberaar and Tälli) you are entitled to use the transport lifts in the Grimselwelt free of charge. Take a look at our website www.grimselwelt.ch for information about possible outings.
Grimsel Hospiz Grimsel Hospiz Real treasure s food and drink to delight. 22 You can more or less take it for granted that all the food served in the Hospiz comes from locally sourced natural products. Anything else just wouldn t do certainly not in this hotel, with its concern and care for history. The day-tripper can enjoy traditional specialities from the region served in our restaurant, and the historical setting of our Arvensaal Room provides the perfect location for weddings and unforgettable birthdays. And, with its imposing columns, the Turmsaal Room enjoys a reputation far and wide as the ideal place to celebrate special occasions. All this is backed up by an outstanding kitchen. But the real treasures and competitively priced at that are to be found in the famous cellar in the rocks, where over 300 different wines are kept. They re waiting to be roused from their slumbers, uncorked and enjoyed. 23 Golden Alpine Autumn. Including 2 nights accommodation with generous breakfast buffet, 4-course evening meal and one «game» menu. Price per person in a double room CHF 270.-. This package is only available in the Handeck and Grimsel Hospiz hotels in October. www.grimselwelt.ch Webcode 206.
Berghaus Oberaar Alpinhütte Bäregg When you re 2,500 metres above sea level, the sun s (nearly) always shining probably because guests enjoying a drink on the hotel s sun terrace so often raise a glass in its honour! And the views here are simply breathtaking. Below, you have a fine view of the reservoir, and high above, the Oberaar Glacier reigns supreme. And in the distance you can see the mountain peaks of the Majestic mou ntain scenery. Sunshine guaranteed. Bernese Oberland topping 4,000 metres. The journey here is a thrill and a delight in itself, with stunning views along the way from the Grimsel Pass. And if you re staying overnight, you can be sure of a good night s sleep under the roof of the Bernese Alps. We bid you a warm welcome! 24 UNESCO-World Heritage Site mountain 25 hike to the Oberaar glacier alpine hike to Mt. Sidelhorn (European water divide) Trübten Lake Bäregg alpine hut Grimselwelt Trail. From Oberaar to Engstlenalp in 6 days. All-inclusive 2 nights hotel accommodation, 3 nights accommodation in an alpine refuge, 5x breakfast, evening meal and packed lunch, tour of the power plants, tickets for Gelmer-, Trift- and Tällibahn (funicular) railways, transfer from and to Meiringen, baggage transport. Price per person (double room) CHF 1 050.-.
Seminars in an alpine setting Alpine Seminarkulteur Far from the daily round. Great for your team. The magic of Grimselwelt is a true source of inspiration. And clear mountain air inspires new ideas. Good managers know that far away from the hustle and bustle of city life, meetings can be really efficient. That s why more and more teams and companies are opting to spend quality time together in Grimselwelt. For your successful seminar, we offer beautiful rooms kitted out with all the necessary equipment: three rooms, Ärlensaal, Sagistube and Bächlistube are available at Hotel Handeck and three rooms Bergstübli, Pionierzimmer und Arvensaal at Grimsel Hospiz. 26 And after a day in the seminar room, what better than a breath of fresh air for rest and 27 relaxation! We will be pleased to design a programme to suit your own specific needs. The possibilities are almost endless. We can organise all your requirements here, at Grimselwelt. 24 hours, all-inclusive seminar arrangement. Including one night s accommodation with breakfast, two refreshment breaks, a light 3-course lunch, a 4-course gourmet menu in the evening and seminar facilities. Price per person per day (double room) from CHF 225.-. The all-inclusive seminar arrangement is available at Hotel Handeck or Grimsel Hospiz. www.grimselwelt.ch Webcode 603.
Alpine Seminarkultur Grimsel Unforgettable An outing in the Grimsel area is a special event in itself. A great number of company events, birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and oldtimer get-togethers have been organized by people wanting to bestow their friends and colleagues an unforgettable occasion. Celebrate when the time is right. In great company. 28 The majestic Aarven room and the historical tower room in the Hotel Grimsel Hospiz offer the perfect setting for fabulous weddings and joyous celebrations. The fine regional cuisine alone is worth the journey and there is sure to be a suitable wine in the well-stocked wine cellar. The easy-going Grimsel style is appreciated by both large and small groups and the possibility to book out the whole hotel. 29 Group prices. A group comprises of minimum 10 adults. Hotel Handeck from CHF 79.- per person. Grimsel Hospiz from CHF 99.- per person. Includes 1 night s accommodation in a double room and generous breakfast buffet. The surcharge for a single in a double room is CHF 35.- for all rooms and hotels.
Overview and Prices Grimsel Hotels Grimselwelt. Vacation World. Handeck Hotel und Naturresort 35 double rooms, one single room, three 4-bed rooms. Price per person (double room) CHF 129.- to 199.- All-inclusive accommodation with breakfast and 4-course gourmet menu in the evening. Prices for children 3-6 year-olds in parent s room CHF 20.-; 7-12 year-olds CHF 40.-; 13-16 year-olds CHF 60.-. All prices are per child for accommodation with breakfast and evening meal. A special children s menu is available for our young guests. Availability 1. June - 20. October 2013. A world of mountains and new experiences with tall rock faces and views stretching for miles and miles, with deep gorges Grimsel Hospiz Historisches Alpinhotel 26 double rooms, 2 single rooms. Price per person (double- and historical routes. The Romans and Ale- room) CHF 159.- to 199.-. All-inclusive accommodation with breakfast and 4-course manni used the Grimsel Pass for north-south gourmet menu in the evening. Prices for children 3-6 year-olds in parent s room CHF 20.-; travel, and mule drivers drove their heavily 7-12 year-olds CHF 40.-; 13-16 year-olds CHF 60.-. All prices are per child for accommodation with laden pack animals along the old trade route. breakfast and evening meal. A special children s menu is available for our young guests. Availability 29. May - In the early 20th century, people began to 20. October 2013. Winter opening for details of prices and opening times, please visit recognise the power of water as a valuable www.grimselwelt.ch Webcode 202. resource in this unspoilt countryside. They built dams and power plants; they laid cables, and they created the biggest hydroelectric Oberaar Restaurant und Berghaus 4 double rooms, one 4-bed room, one 5-bed room, one single room, power plant in the world at the time. Today, 2 group mattress rooms offering 18 beds in total. Price per person in double room CHF 93.-, family more than one million people in Switzerland rooms CHF 83.-, group mattress rooms CHF 73.-. All-inclusive accommodation with break- obtain their power from Grimsel hydroelec- fast and 3-course gourmet menu in the evening. Availability 22. June - 29. September 2013. tricity. Water and nature unite, in perfect harmony. Grimselwelt is also synonymous Bäregg Ferien- und Alpinhütte one double room, two group mattress rooms with 60 beds in total. Price CHF 2500.- for one week package (Saturday to Saturday). Arrival only possible on Saturdays. Availability 22. June - 29. September 2013. Grimselwelt. Vacation World. Berghaus Oberaar and the Alpinhütte Bäregg are 6 km from the Grimsel Pass along the scenic road. Travel is only with rest and recreation. With elegant hotel permitted in one direction at a time: rooms in historical buildings, a favourite Grimsel Pass > Oberaar on the hour and at 10 minutes past the hour stopover of mule drivers and engineers in Oberaar > Grimsel Pass at 30 and 40 minutes past the hour days gone by. There is also superb gastronomy according to the best alpine traditions at the heart of a true rambler s paradise, 30 Staying three consecutive nights in a Grimselwelt hotel entitles you to receive a Grimsel- offering everything the heart desires: well- 3 welt lift pass free of charge (value CHF. 73.- per person) and you can ride on all of the defined walking paths for families, challeng- Grimselwelt lifts for free! ing alpine routes and even climbing routes and swaying suspension bridges. Welcome to the Grimsel world of holiday and recre- Seminars Please ask for our separate seminar documentation. ation! For single occupancy of a double room there is a CHF 35.- surcharge. Rooms are available from 3 pm on the day of arrival. Please vacate the room before 11 am on the day of your departure. All prices include service, taxes and VAT. Prices subject to change.