Gemsstock
A cable car climbs to 2,961 m, where a 360° panorama takes in more than 600 peaks. In winter the mountain offers one of Switzerland's most challenging ski runs.
The Gemsstock cable car departs from the edge of Andermatt town and reaches the summit, at nearly 3,000 m, in about 15 minutes, with a stop at the Gurschen mid-station. The observation platform juts out over the cliff, and on clear days you can see hundreds of peaks across Switzerland and Italy. In winter the mountain is famous for its steep north face and numerous off-piste routes, making it a paradise for freeride skiers. In summer you can look down on glaciers and mountain lakes, and the top station has a restaurant. A round-trip ticket costs about CHF 60. It is cold at the top, so bring a warm coat.
Opening hours
Cable car about 08:30–16:30 (seasonal)
Nearby sights
- Andermatt Village & St. Peter and Paul Church
- Glacier Express
- Nätschen
- Hospental Castle Tower
- Devil's Bridge & Schöllenen Gorge
- Sasso San Gottardo
- Gotthard Pass & National Gotthard Museum
- Lake Toma (Source of the Rhine)