Cable car operates from 13 June 2026 to 11 October 2026, daily from 08:30 to 17:00; the journey time is approx. 11 minutes.
In case of strong winds or adverse weather conditions, cable car service will be suspended. For up-to-date information, please call: +41 58 477 85 75.
We regularly receive requests regarding reservations and the transport of bicycles. Since the Sanetsch cable car is primarily an industrial cable car operated by the Sanetsch power plant, mostly run by the plant personnel, we keep administrative efforts to a minimum. For this reason, we do not accept reservations. The principle is: "First come, first served." Up to 4 bicycles can be transported outside the cabin per trip. Additional bicycles and e-bikes are carried inside the cabin—however, passengers without bicycles have priority.
Guided tours at the Innergsteig hydroelectric power plant
Our facility is not equipped for guided tours, so unfortunately we are unable to offer this service. However, we are happy to recommend alternative excursion options:
BKW Energie AG Visitor centres - BKW
Energie Wasser Bern Führungen durch die Energiezentrale Forsthaus
KRAFTWERK SANETSCH AG RESTRUCTURES SUMMER OPERATIONS OF THE SANETSCH CABLE CAR – NOW WITHOUT VERBUND SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Sanetsch Cable Car is primarily an industrial cable car used for the operation of the power plant. Within the available framework, it can also continue to be used for tourism purposes.
During the 2025 summer season, demand increased significantly. With a transport capacity of approximately 40 passengers per hour in each direction, it was not possible to accommodate the higher number of visitors on peak days and during holiday periods. In order to align operations more closely with operational capabilities and to ensure reliable service, Kraftwerk Sanetsch AG is restructuring its offering. Starting with the 2026 summer season, the Sanetsch Cable Car will offer only one-way and return journeys.
