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Mountain Cableways of Charmey

TéléCharmey SA
Les Charrières 3
1637 Charmey

+41 (0)26 927 55 20

www.charmey.ch

Thanks to the mountain cableways in Charmey, you can get to the top of Vounetz and admire an exceptional panorama.

In summer as well as in winter, a large choice of activities are available in Vounetz in Charmey mountain station. Enjoy time with family or friends in a sublime setting.

In the winter
The diversity of the Charmey ski area welcomes skiers and snowboarders of all levels to its 30 km of marked runs. A snow garden is available for beginners and untouched slopes allow freeride enthusiasts to try their hand at freeriding. For more leisurely outings, discover the numerous snowshoe or Nordic skiing itineraries.

  • 10 ski slopes
  • Untouched slopes for freeride enthusiasts
  • A slalom or giant slalom training track, available by reservation only.
  • A 4km sledge run starting at the top of Vounetz awaits you. Travel the 445 m of difference in altitude through the countryside in a magical atmosphere to the bottom of the La Scie chairlift.
  • A snow tubing slope is available near the Jardin des Neiges.

The resort also allows you to learn how to ski or to progress in winter sports thanks to the Swiss Ski School Charmey. Group, private, ski or snowboard lessons: there is something for all interests and all ages."

Charmey in winter is also:

Discover all winter activities in Charmey.

The opening of the cableways depends on the weather conditions. Please check in the news or directly with the cableways office for schedule changes. During the winter season you can check the snow report.

In the summer
For nature lovers, discover the many hikes and bike rides. For families, discover the Kids's hill and its wooden games. Still situated at the top, the alpin cheese dairy of Les Piller allows you to see how cheese is made on a daily basis.

For thrill-seekers, discover the Via ferrata in a breathtaking panorama, inaugurated in 2022. The famous Zip-line Valley, which leaves from the top of the gondola lift, is also awaiting. This activity, proposed by the ecological leisure park Charmey Aventures, supplements the various trails in the trees that delight young and old alike.

Playa del Charmey offers 6 mini-beaches on the top of Vounetz. Various activities are offered.

Gastronomy
The "Restaurant des Dents-Vertes" and the family Poidevin propose a charming programme for the summer season, in particular evening openings. Special evenings on Fridays and Saturdays as well as a Sunday brunch await you during the summer period.

During the winter season, stop by the "Restaurant des Dents-Vertes" for a short break and a warm meal before heading outside to enjoy the various winter activities around the summit Vounetz. The restaurant welcomes ski tourers on Wednesday and Saturday evenings during the winter season.

The "Auberge de Tissiniva" offers the opportunity to enjoy a pleasant meal in summer and winter in a magnificent setting. Just 20 minutes from the top of the cable car, you can enjoy the interior or admire the breathtaking view from the terrace. This alpine restaurant offers typical dishes (but not only) served all day long. From Wednesday to Saturday (in winter), after-ski/after-work parties are organised from 2pm: mulled wine, cocktails, tartes flambées on the wood fire to share around a brazier, wrapped in a blanket, with atmosphere and DJ set.

Pedestrian pass (one-way trip)

Adults (25-63 years old) 16.- CHF
Seniors (from 64 years old) and Young people (16-25 years old) 14.- CHF
Children (6-15 years old) 12.- CHF

Pedestrian pass (round trip)

Adults (25-63 years old) 24.- CHF
Seniors (from 64 years old) and Young people (16-25 years old) 21.- CHF
Children (6-15 years old) 16.- CHF

Paragliding

One-way to Vounetz 16.- CHF
3 hours pass 24.- CHF
Day pass 34.- CHF

Combined offer - moutain & bathing (a return trip by cable car + 3 hours admission to the Bains de la Gruyère)

Day pass Adults (25-63 years old) 39.- CHF
Day pass children (6-15 ans) 27.- CHF

Cable car
Altitude on departure: 876 m
Altitude on arrival: 1'617 m
Length: 3'146 m
Passenger flow: 1'200 pers./h.
Speed: 6 m/sec.
Duration of trip: about 17 min in the sommer and 11 min in the winter

Opening hours

TéléCharmey SA
Les Charrières 3
1637 Charmey

+41 (0)26 927 55 20

www.charmey.ch

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