Worldwide travelers are called to prepare themselves to have their assumptions about summer fun in Switzerland challenged. The amazing Matterhorn Glacier can be skied, and the lofty Swiss Alps may be hiked. Tourists can wander from one mesmerizing chocolate factory to the next and take a relaxing train excursion. Many high-altitude lakes offer swimming opportunities. However, they should get ready for some adrenaline rush too!! On a track built of gleaming stainless steel, they can race down a hillside at thrilling high speeds. Here are the top 16 alpine roller coasters in Switzerland.

UPDATE: 2023/07/13 11:44 EST BY NICHOLAS MAYAMBA

Most Thrilling Alpine Roller Coasters in Switzerland

Fancy a Switzerland mountain coaster adventure? Switzerland is world-famous for its thrilling alpine roller coasters and boasts a handful of the world's most extreme funicular rides. This refreshed list includes 18 of the best alpine slides to promise tourists a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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18 Glacier 3000, Alpine Coaster

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The alpine coaster in glacier 3000, Switzerland

On a one-kilometer track, 520° loops, ten bends, six waves, and three leaps guarantee activity speeds of up to 40 km/h (25 mi/h): The wonderful Alpine Coaster will instantly increase tourist's heart rate and adrenaline levels! On this high-flying journey in a mountain environment, travelers will feel weightlessness up to 6 meters (19.68 ft.) above the earth. With the brake lever, adventurers choose the speed and how many times they wish to slide down the toboggan run. This iconic alpine coaster in Bernese Oberland offers a stunning view above the glacier. After trying it, people will enjoy bouncing across the suspension bridge. They will also be amazed by riding a chair lift down to the ice glacier and sledding on summer snow.

  • Summer season: May to September
  • Length: 877 meters.
  • Cost: $9.17 USD.

17 Saas Fee, Feeblitz Rodelbobbahn

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Beautifull Landscape in Felskinn, Saas Fee, Switzerland

The sharpest bobsled lift in the Alps transports one or two riders to one of the highest roller coasters in the region, providing a thrilling adrenaline rush. Tourists will get their first kick from Switzerland's only 360-degree circle, 9 meters (29.5 ft.) high. Three insane leaps finish the 900-meter (2952.7 ft.) race. The Feeblitz provides year-round entertainment for people of all ages. Riders scream down into the valley, where a café awaits with delicious snacks and beverages in a single trip that will take their breath away.

  • Summer season: May to September
  • Length: 900 meters.
  • Cost: $8.09.

16 The Pfingstegg Toboggan Run

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Murren, Switzerland - tracks and roller coaster leading to Murren station

The wonderful Pfingstegg Toboggan Run in Grindelwald, which runs through the picturesque slopes above Interlaken, offers incomparable valley panoramas. The exciting alpine coaster takes tourists on a thrilling ride that lasts over 2,000 ft. and reaches up to 25 mi/h (40 km/h). The best thing about the marvelous Pfingstegg Toboggan Run is that groups can rent it for evening fun. However, adventurous people shall call ahead—these reservations fill up quickly!

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 736m
  • Cost: $6.93

15 Rodelbahn Rischli

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Alpine Coaster at Jakobsbad - Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland

Rodelbahn Rischli winds its way through the lofty mountain pastureland of Sörenberg, climbing about 2,900 ft. (884 m) in total. The starting point is conveniently positioned adjacent to Hotel Rischli at Sörenberg's main entrance, immediately on the Hauptstrasse. Adventurers are transported to the beginning of the course via a comfy lift, where the real fun begins. Rodelbahn Rischli is a unique thriller that travelers will remember for a lifetime, with twelve extremely exciting turns and twists.

  • Summer season: 26 May to 20 November
  • Length: 884 meters
  • Cost: $8.10

14 La Robella, Rodelbahn Féeline

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Toboggan run on the rodelbahn with many turns on the mountain.

At this little mountain resort in northwest Switzerland, travelers usually prefer to acquire a day pass to enjoy unlimited rides on the thrilling coaster, astonishing mountain scooters, and comfortable chair lifts. This site is the perfect destination for people who want to avoid crowds because even on a bright Sunday, they won't wait for long times, and they can ride a dozen times the splendid 1200 m (3937 ft.) roller coasters before lunch.

  • Summer season: it opens starting May 14, 2022
  • Length: 1200 meters
  • Cost: $5.10

Related: 8 Top Things To Do In Switzerland’s Grindelwald

13 Churwalden Pradaschier

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The rallse of Gelmer Funicular, "the swiss sroller coaster" one of the steepest roller coaster in Europe

The amazing Pradaschier coaster in Churwalden is Switzerland's longest mountain coaster. It's nearly 3 kilometers (1.86 miles) long and can achieve speeds of up to 40 km/h (25 mi/h). To reach the mountain's top, tourists must take a chair lift. The ride is not for the faint of heart but the adrenaline rush promises to be very rewarding for adventurers.

  • Summer season: 26 May to 23 October
  • Length: 3000 meters Cost: $18.51

To save money, travelers can trek up the mountain instead, where an exceptional adventure is waiting for them.

12 Kronberg, Bobbahn

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Schilthorn, Mürren, Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland

In addition to the wonderful and thrilling 1000 m (3280.8 ft.) coaster, the Kronberg mountain resort features an exceptional ropes course with dazzling 25 zip lines, a treasure hunt path, and a large playground, among other touristic attractions. For those who don't fancy rollercoasters, there are enough alternatives to keep them entertained.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 1000 meters
  • Cost: $9.10 per two persons.

On bright afternoons, lines might be long, so it's recommended to ride the roller coaster as the first activity in the morning.

11 Monte Tamaro, Coaster Bob

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Summer toboggan in Switzerland. Run Strobl made of stainless steel. Amusement Park and attraction.

This incredibly fast coaster with tons of thrilling loops is fantastic. As tourists approach the beginning point of the downhill run, they will take in the wonderful panoramic view from Alpe Foppa. They can pick how quickly they want to travel at a top speed of 50 km/h (31mi/h) across 1000 meters.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 1000 meters
  • Cost: $5.79

To escape long afternoon lines, it is recommended to head there first thing in the morning before hiking the bewitching trails surrounding the area.

10 Flumserberg, “Floomzer” Coaster

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Run Strobl made of stainless steel. Amusement Park and attraction.

On Flumserberg, the "FLOOMZER" toboggan run is 2 kilometers (1.24 miles) long. It promises an adrenaline surge to make tourists' hair stand on end. They are guaranteed to enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the embraced lakes by astonishing mountains right amid Flumserberg's incredible scenery. The kid-friendly "FLOOMZER" is an exciting ride 250 meters above sea level. It offers the entire family a remarkable and unforgettable experience.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 2000 meters
  • Cost: $16.21 without lift, $25.49 with lift

Tourists might want to exercise patience as the line gets quite long sometimes. However, the eventual experience is worth the wait.

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9 Oeschinensee, Summer Toboggan Run

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Children's playground in with a slide Switzerland mountain

The summer toboggan slope at Oeschinenesee is a memorable experience for both the young and the elderly. At very high speed, they will conquer a height differential of about 150 meters (492 ft.) over a distance of 750 meters (2460.6 ft.). It's a fantastic pleasure to whizz down the slope alone or with a partner, letting the hair fly in the wind. After a thrilling ride on the mountain coaster, tourists can cool off in the clear water of Oeschinensee by rowing or swimming.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 750 meters
  • Cost: $6.95

Those interested in saving a few coins can arrive for the ride early and enjoy discounted prices before 11:30

8 Atzmännig, Toboggan Run

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Funicular view from Gelmer Lake, Bernese Oberland, Switzerland

Another amazing and thrilling alpine side roller coaster that offers a great ride is the Atzmännig toboggan run, part of a fun mountain amusement park. However, many believe this roller coaster is overpriced since they must pay separately for themselves and their child even if they ride double. This is why it's better to wait for the little ones to become bigger and able to ride alone, which allows one to save the CHF 9/adult fee. People hitting the area will have fun doing other activities, including a nice theme trail from the top of the lift.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 700 meters.
  • Cost: $9.68, children can benefit from a discount.

7 Brunni Engelberg, Summer Toboggan

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Young girl traveller enjoys to driving and exciting on alpine coaster luge or rodelbahn with beautiful landscape

After a full day of mountain fun, people will enjoy hitting the iconic Brunni Engelberg alpine slide. This summer, toboggan in Central Switzerland offers plenty of fun, starting with the treasure hunt theme trail and ending at the picnic area at the "Tickle Path" barefoot. The big alpine playground offers various fun opportunities and must-try yummy ice cream. As for the ride, it closes at 17:00, thus the need to enjoy it before the end of the day.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 660 meters.
  • Cost: $5.1 + cable car return.

6 Sattel-Hochstuckli, Rodelbahn Stuckli Run

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Kreuzlingen, Switzerland: people at an event with roller coasters, flat rides and carousels

This one comes with a day pass that allows people to ride the Sattel-Hochstuckli as many times as they want during the day. Guests are advised to get to that run as early as possible to enjoy at least a dozen rides before the crowd sets in. Those who get the day pass for the Sattel-Hochstuckli will enjoy the gondola ride up the mountain. They will also have unlimited access to all amusements, including trampolines, the alpine slide, summer tubing, and bouncy castles. People will enjoy crossing the suspension bridge and admire a unique panorama trail.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 600 meters.
  • Cost: $5.1 + gondola return ticket.

5 Mt Pilatus, Rodelbahn Frakigaudi

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The famous cogwheel train, the steepest in the world, climbs to the top of Mount Pilatus in Canton Lucerne in the alps in Switzerland

Rodelbahn Frakigaudi on Mount Pilatus is Switzerland's longest alpine slide at 1,350 meters. Visitors will enjoy sleeping overnight in tree tents and the ropes course there. They will also have fun catching big and stunning views after riding the cable car to the mountain's top. It's advisable to do that at the start of the day in order not to run out of time at the end of it.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 1,350 meters.
  • Cost: $10.41 + cable car return ticket + discount for children.

4 Stoosbahn: The World's Steepest Funicular

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Stoos Schwyz, Switzerland: Switzerland winter, Stoosbahn mountain railway to Stoos ski resort, in winter.

The Stoosbahn is not, strictly speaking, a roller coaster but a funicular with rotating capsules. As the world's steepest funicular with a gradient of 110% (47.7°), it deserves a mention. While the Katoomba Scenic Railway in Australia claims to be even steeper due to the mechanisms its systems use, the Stoosbahn can claim to be the world's steepest railway.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 1.7 Kilometers
  • Cost: 22 Swiss Francs ($21) per adult

Related: The Fastest Roller Coasters In Europe, Ranked

3 Gelmerbahn: The Most Extreme Funicular In The World

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Guttannen, Haslital, Bern, Siwtzerland: A ride on the Gelmerbahn

The Gelmerbahn can claim to be the world's most extreme funicular partly because it is a historic railway built in 1926 (much of the extreme sensation is mitigated in the Stoosbahn by its rotating capsules). The Gelmerbahn has an extreme gradient of 106% (46°41'), and going up is a 12-minute backward trip. The Gelmerbahn climbs to a pristine alpine lake where people can get out and hike.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 1,028 Meters
  • Cost: Return ($37.50) / single ($19)

2 Schongiland

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Kandersteg, Switzerland: A Group of travelers enjoys riding on an alpine coaster luge with beautiful landscapes.

For tourists traveling with family, Scholngiland is the perfect spot to let the young ones in on the adrenaline-inducing fun. This exciting slide in Switzerland can be located in a Zurich amusement park alongside other kid-friendly activities, including a petting zoo, splash pad, bouncing castles, and mini roller coasters.

Purchasing a day pass allows visitors to make the most of all the rides on the site rather than buying a ticket separately for the different rides. While there are no scenic mountain views to take in, the children will definitely have a blast!

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 380 meters
  • Cost: $22.02 for a day pass

1 Interlaken Heimwehfluh Coaster

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People On A Roller Coaster

Located a stone's throw away from the Interlaken West train station, this Switzerland mountain coaster offers guests a fun trip down memory lane with a ride on a century-old classic funicular train to the top of the hill. There is much to indulge in at the top, including a model railway show, a playground, and a restaurant serving sumptuous meals here.

Riding the Interlaken coaster down the hill is a thrilling experience that takes adventurers through the dense forest, spoiling them with dramatic views of the surrounding landscape.

  • Summer season: May to October
  • Length: 400 meters
  • Cost: $20.26 for adults, $13.90 for kids

Although fun, this roller coaster is generally overpriced compared to others on the list. It may not necessarily be at the top of the checklist for those on a mountain coaster Switzerland spree.

There is plenty of rides to have the time of one's life in the Swiss Alps!