Mountain & Cable Railways
in Switzerland
410 companies in Mountain & Cable Railways in the Swiss commercial register, indexed across 20 canton and 3 town pages.
50 of 410 companies
Säntis-Schwebebahn AG
Urnäsch · Since 1933 · 101–500 empl.4.7(5890)
The company is a tourism company specializing in providing services in the fields of hospitality, gastronomy and transportation (railway). The core activities include the operation of hotels, restaurants and a railway, as well as the organization of seminars and events. The company offers its guests a comprehensive mountain experience, ranging from arrival to stay and leisure activities.
Jungfraubahnen Management AG
Interlaken · Since 2000 · 51–100 empl.4.7(4637)
Jungfraubahnen Management AG is part of the Jungfraubahn holding and provides mountain railway services, visitor attractions and ticketing and service solutions, including Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, Grindelwald‑First and Schynige Platte.
Luftseilbahn Engelberg - Fürenalp AG (LEF)
Engelberg · Since 1978 · 11–20 empl.4.8(124)
Luftseilbahn Engelberg - Fürenalp AG (LEF) operates the aerial cableway and the Fürenalp mountain restaurant and maintains facilities for summer and winter activities. Services include hiking and winter trails, sledging and snowshoe routes, a via ferrata, paragliding options, seasonal events and vouchers; the cableway undergoes regular safety inspections.
Patronale Personalfürsorgestiftung PILATUS-BAHNEN
Kriens · Since 2001 · 21–50 empl.4.7(4118)
The Pilatus-Bahnen company is primarily active in the tourism and transportation services sector. The core activities include the operation of mountain railways, provision of accommodations (hotels), restaurants and activities such as excursions, culinary experiences and adventures on the Pilatus. The company also offers merchandising services to enable guests to take memories of their visit home.
Niesenbahn AG
Mülenen · Since 1925 · 21–50 empl.4.7(1434)
The company's core activity is the operation of a mountain railway (Niesenbahn) and a mountain house (Niesen Kulm) with associated services such as gastronomy, accommodation and events. The company also offers hiking trails, cultural programs and other experiences related to the mountain and its surroundings.
Skilifte Tschappina-Lüsch-Urmein AG
Tschappina · Since 1957 · 1–10 empl.4.8(188)
The core activity of Skilifte Tschappina-Lüsch-Urmein AG is the operation of ski lifts and the provision of services and offers for winter sports enthusiasts in a ski resort in Switzerland. This includes the management of ski lifts, the maintenance of slopes, the rental of accommodations, and the provision of gastronomy and catering facilities.
Brunni-Bahnen Engelberg AG
Engelberg · Since 1951 · 11–20 empl.4.7(71)
Brunni-Bahnen Engelberg AG operates cableways and lift systems and manages the year-round visitor offerings in the Brunni area. Services include winter sports (pistes, sledging, night skiing), summer attractions (summer toboggan run, hiking trails, wooden ball track), climbing routes and via ferratas, paragliding, mountain restaurants, group packages, ticket sales, webcams and an online voucher shop.
Gstaad 3000 AG
Gstaad · Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.4.8(2187)
Gstaad 3000 AG operates the Glacier 3000 mountain excursion site, managing lifts and a ski area and providing activities such as the Peak Walk by Tissot, dogsled rides and an alpine coaster. The company also provides on-site gastronomy, ticketing, a watch and souvenir shop, and accommodation arrangements.
Stanserhorn-Bahn-Aktiengesellschaft
Stans · 51–100 empl.4.8(480)
The company's core activity is the operation of a mountain railway, in particular the CabriO Stanserhorn-Bahn, as well as the provision of tourist services and activities on the Stanserhorn, including gastronomy, souvenir shops and guest services.
Funiculaire Saint-Imier - Mont-Soleil SA
St-Imier · Since 1902 · 21–50 empl.4.6(229)
The company operates a funicular (a rack railway) between Saint-Imier and Mont-Soleil, offers gastronomic services (e.g. "À table au Manoir") and organizes various leisure activities such as Trott'energy, Velectro, Savurando and Télébob.
Niederhornbahn AG
Beatenberg · Since 1930 · 11–20 empl.4.6(858)
The core activity of Niederhornbahn AG is the operation of mountain railways, in particular the Beatenberg-Niederhorn cable car and the Beatenbucht-Beatenberg funicular, as well as the management of restaurants and the organization of activities and events in the field of tourism and leisure in the mountains.
Saastal Bergbahnen AG
Saas-Fee · Since 1953 · 51–100 empl.4.6(461)
Saastal Bergbahnen AG operates the mountain transport and tourism offers on Rosswald. The company provides gondola and ski lift services, ticket sales, leisure activities, accommodation and restaurant services.
Luftseilbahn Fell-Chrüzhütte (LFCh) AG
Oberrickenbach · Since 1970 · 1–10 empl.4.7(447)
The core activity of Luftseilbahnen Bannalp AG is the operation of cable cars and ski lifts, as well as the provision of tourist services such as accommodations, gastronomy, and hiking trails in the Bannalp region of the canton of Nidwalden.
Genossenschaft "Seilbahn Palfries"
Heiligkreuz (Mels) · Since 1998 · 1–10 empl.4.7(262)
The company's core activity is the operation of a cable car and the management of mountain guesthouses and restaurants, as well as the organization of events and activities on the Palfries high plateau.
Stoosbahnen AG
Stoos Sz · Since 1932 · 51–100 empl.4.6(573)
The core activity of Stoosbahnen AG is the operation of mountain railways, cable cars and other tourist facilities in the mountain village of Stoos, including gastronomy, leisure facilities and transport services.
Bergbahnen Engstligenalp AG
Adelboden · Since 1967 · 51–100 empl.4.6(803)
Bergbahnen Engstligenalp AG operates the aerial cableway and provides mountain transport and tourism services, including passenger transport, on-site dining, accommodation options (mountain hotel, sleep igloo) and winter recreation such as skiing, cross-country and winter hiking.
Luftseilbahn Kandersteg-Allmenalp AG
Kandersteg · Since 1984 · 1–10 empl.4.7(164)
The core activity of Luftseilbahn Kandersteg-Allmenalp AG is the operation of a cable car that transports tourists and sports enthusiasts to the Allmenalp, where they can enjoy various activities such as hiking, climbing, paragliding, and dining at a restaurant.
Skilift Erli GmbH
Leukerbad · Since 2002 · 1–10 empl.4.9(154)
Skilift Erli GmbH provides ski and snowboard lessons as well as other winter activities in Leukerbad. The company offers group and private instruction for children and adults and also provides bike activities and ski storage.
Pendicularas Scuol SA
Scuol · Since 1955 · 101–500 empl.4.6(798)
The core activity of Bergbahnen Scuol AG is the operation of mountain railways and the associated tourist infrastructure, including gastronomy, events and ski schools, in the Lower Engadine region.
Bergbahnen Chur - Dreibündenstein AG
Chur · Since 1956 · 11–20 empl.4.5(1311)
Bergbahnen Chur - Dreibündenstein AG operates the aerial cableway and other mountain lift installations serving the Brambrüesch summer and winter recreation area, providing activities such as skiing, sledging, snowshoeing, hiking and mountain biking. The company offers online ticket and voucher sales and publishes operational information, webcams and event updates.
Seilbahngenossenschaft Dallenwil-Wiesenberg
Dallenwil · Since 1959 · 11–20 empl.4.7(49)
The company's core activity is the operation of a cable car, specifically the Wiesenbergbahn, which transports people from the valley station in Dallenwil at 1004 m above sea level to the hamlet of Wiesenberg.
Hoher Kasten Drehrestaurant und Seilbahn AG
Brülisau · Since 1962 · 11–20 empl.4.6(496)
The company operates a cable car and a revolving restaurant on the Hoher Kasten, a mountain in Switzerland. The core activities include the operation of the cable car, gastronomy in the revolving restaurant, and the organization of events and activities such as hiking, paragliding, and overnight stays.
Pizolbahnen AG
Bad Ragaz · Since 2000 · 21–50 empl.4.5(1480)
Pizolbahnen AG is a tourism-oriented company that operates transport facilities as well as catering and accommodation services. Its offerings include cable cars and lifts, ski slopes and sledging runs, and other mountain leisure services for winter and summer.
Klosters-Madrisa Bergbahnen AG
Klosters Dorf · Since 1964 · 21–50 empl.4.6(875)
Klosters-Madrisa Bergbahnen AG operates the Madrisa cableways and manages the associated mountain area, providing lift operations, piste maintenance and mountain transport. Services include winter and summer recreational activities, mountain restaurants and event locations, and the company handles technical operation and maintenance of its facilities (including use of solar electricity).
Société des remontées mécaniques de la Berra S.A.
La Roche Fr · Since 1946 · 11–20 empl.4.5(505)
The core activity of La Berra SA is the operation of mountain railways, catering and accommodation in a ski resort, as well as the organization of events and activities for families and other visitors.
Portes du Soleil Suisse SA
Val-D'Illiez · Since 1967 · 101–500 empl.4.6(553)
Portes du Soleil Suisse SA is primarily active in the field of winter sports and tourism. The company's core activity includes the management and operation of ski resorts, the rental of ski cabins, the organization of winter sports activities, and the sale of ski passes and packages. Additionally, the company also offers services such as parking, transportation, and ski rentals. In the summer, the company also offers activities such as hiking and other leisure activities.
Hoch-Ybrig AG
Unteriberg · Since 1968 · 21–50 empl.4.5(2700)
Hoch-Ybrig AG operates a mountain ski and leisure area, providing piste operations, ski lifts, a snowpark and other winter and summer recreational services including ticketing and visitor services.
Luftseilbahn Niederbauen AG, Emmetten
Emmetten · Since 1976 · 11–20 empl.4.6(332)
The core activity of Luftseilbahn Niederbauen AG is the operation of a cable car that transports tourists and hikers to Niederbauen, as well as the provision of various leisure activities and services in the field of tourism and recreation, such as hiking, paragliding, snowshoeing and wildlife observation.
Gondelbahn Grindelwald-Männlichen AG
Grindelwald · Since 1977 · 21–50 empl.4.4(97)
Gondelbahn Grindelwald-Männlichen AG operates the 10-person gondola Grindelwald–Männlichen (D‑Line by Doppelmayr/Garaventa) and provides cableway passenger transport to the Männlichen. The company publishes ticket and voucher information and offers services and leisure activities such as skiing, snowboarding, sledging, winter hiking and on-site gastronomy.
Luftseilbahn Wengen-Männlichen AG
Wengen · Since 1953 · 11–20 empl.4.6(364)
Luftseilbahn Wengen-Männlichen AG operates cableway systems, including a D-Line 10‑seater gondola and an aerial cableway with 75‑passenger cabins, providing passenger transport services in the mountain area. The installations feature reduced journey times (about 19 minutes for the gondola; under five minutes for the aerial cableway), wheelchair‑accessible stations and an open‑air balcony ride offered in summer.
Familienskilift Tanzboden Genossenschaft
Ebnat-Kappel · Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.4.6(98)
Familienskilift Tanzboden Genossenschaft operates a ski lift and a small ski area with services such as night skiing, tobogganing, ski school and food service at the Skistübli. The cooperative manages the local ski lift and provides information on piste conditions, prices and other winter services on its website.
Ski Service Corvatsch AG
Silvaplana · Since 2019 · 21–50 empl.4.7(1141)
The core activity of Skiservice Corvatsch is the sale and rental of sports equipment, particularly in the areas of winter sports and summer sports, as well as the provision of services such as bootfitting and ski servicing. The company also offers a wide range of products from well-known premium brands and operates several shops in the Engadine region.
Seilbahngenossenschaft Golzern
Bristen · Since 1944 · 11–20 empl.4.8(164)
The company's core activity is the operation of a cable car, specifically the Golzern cable car cooperative, which transports people and goods between different altitudes. The company also offers additional services, such as renting accommodations and gastronomy, as well as organizing activities like hiking, biking, and swimming.
Sportbahnen Marbachegg AG
Marbach Lu · Since 1957 · 11–20 empl.4.6(399)
The core activity of Sportbahnen Marbachegg AG is the operation of sports and leisure facilities, particularly in the organization and implementation of winter sports activities such as skiing, snowboarding, sledding and winter hiking, as well as the rental of ski and snowboard equipment. In the summer, the company offers activities such as carting, paragliding, hiking and bike park. Additionally, the company operates a mountain inn with a restaurant, hotel and holiday apartments.
Luftseilbahn Dallenwil-Wirzweli AG (LDW)
Dallenwil · Since 1963 · 11–20 empl.4.6(194)
Luftseilbahn Dallenwil-Wirzweli AG (LDW) operates the group aerial cableway Dallenwil–Wirzweli and manages the Wirzweli recreational area. Services include cableway transport, access to hiking and winter activities, and onsite attractions such as a summer toboggan run, playgrounds, pony rides and mountain restaurants.
Luftseilbahn Grindelwald-Pfingstegg AG
Grindelwald · Since 1966 · 21–50 empl.4.5(981)
The company operates a cable car, a toboggan run and a Fly-Line in the Grindelwald-Pfingstegg region in Switzerland. It also offers gastronomic services such as Candlelight-Dinner and Sky-Dinner and maintains a children's adventure playground. The company's core activity is in tourism and leisure industry, particularly in the field of mountain railways and summer leisure activities.
Skilift Chüematti AG Kiental
Kiental · Since 1977 · 1–10 empl.4.6(117)
The core activity of Sportbahnen Kiental-Ramslauenen AG is the operation of a chairlift in the Kiental-Ramslauenen region, which caters to tourism and leisure activities for guests. The company thus provides services in the field of public passenger transport, particularly in the field of cable cars, as well as tourist activities such as hiking, skiing, and other leisure activities in the region.
Tschentenbahnen AG
Adelboden · Since 2001 · 11–20 empl.4.5(503)
The core activity of Tschentenbahnen AG is the operation of a mountain railway system and the provision of leisure activities and gastronomy on the Tschentenalp in Adelboden, including hiking, mountain biking, skiing, sledding and other winter sports, as well as the rental of event locations for corporate and private events.
Sportbahnen Elm AG
Elm · Since 1971 · 11–20 empl.4.6(710)
The company Sportbahnen Elm is primarily active in the tourism and leisure industry, with a focus on mountain and winter sports activities. The core activities include: mountain railways and lift facilities for winter sports and hiking, gastronomy and catering in mountain restaurants and huts, organization of events, group and corporate events, rental of accommodations and provision of overnight stays, and sale of tickets and season passes for the use of mountain railways and lift facilities. The company thus offers a wide range of services and activities for tourists and recreational athletes, focusing on the use of the mountain world and relaxation in nature.
Bergbahnen Samnaun AG
Samnaun Dorf · Since 1977 · 101–500 empl.4.6(28)
The company's core activity is the operation of mountain railways and the provision of services for winter sports enthusiasts and tourists in the Swiss Alps, including ski lifts, restaurants, ski equipment rental and event organization.
Rosswald Bahnen AG
Ried-Brig · Since 1953 · 11–20 empl.4.6(461)
Rosswald Bahnen AG operates a gondola lift and several surface lifts and manages winter piste operations. The company provides lift tickets, equipment rental, on-site restaurants and accommodation listings, as well as summer leisure offerings such as hiking trails and a bathing lake.
Bergbahnen Splügen-Tambo AG, Splügen
Splügen · Since 1961 · 21–50 empl.4.3(600)
Bergbahnen Splügen-Tambo AG, Splügen operates the Splügen‑Tambo ski area and its lift system with five installations, including an 8-person gondola to the Tanatzhöhi. The company provides skiing and snowboarding pistes, a children's area (TamboRacers), a snow‑tubes run and mountain and valley restaurants. It also offers winter activities such as sledging, snowshoe hikes, ski tours and cross‑country.
Skilift Metschalp AG
Frutigen · Since 1971 · 1–10 empl.4.7(63)
Skilift Metschalp AG operates a mountain railway and ski area with summer and winter services. The company offers transport and ticket services, hiking and biking activities, gastronomy, and winter activities such as skiing, sledging, and other leisure options.
Parkhaus Mörel-Riederalp AG
Mörel · Since 1989 · 11–20 empl.4.5(317)
Parkhaus Mörel-Riederalp AG operates a public car park providing covered parking for visitors. The facility offers 440 covered parking spaces, a maximum vehicle height of 1.95 m, and does not accept reservations; the cable car to Riederalp is adjacent to the car park.
Elsigenalpbahnen AG Frutigen, Luftseilbahn und Skilifte
Achseten · Since 1990 · 1–10 empl.4.7(63)
Elsigenalpbahnen AG Frutigen, Luftseilbahn und Skilifte operates cable cars and ski lifts and manages the Elsigen‑Metsch ski area. The website lists services such as lift tickets and season passes, a ski school, multiple rental/test centres, groomed pistes, snowparks, a 3.5 km sled run, snowbike offerings, and information on mountain restaurants and webcams.
Stiftung Luftseilbahn Reigoldswil-Wasserfallen LRW
Reigoldswil · Since 1995 · 21–50 empl.4.5(1573)
Stiftung Luftseilbahn Reigoldswil-Wasserfallen LRW operates the Wasserfallen aerial cable car and manages related tourist services, including gondola transport, ticketing and visitor information about activities such as hiking, trotti rides and sledging.
Bergbahnen Flumserberg AG
Flumserberg Tannenheim · Since 1956 · 101–500 empl.4.6(34)
The company is primarily active in the tourism and mountain railway sector, particularly in the Flumserberg region. The core activities include the operation of mountain railways, the marketing of tourist experiences, the sale of sports articles and equipment (via the INTERSPORT Network), gastronomy in mountain restaurants, as well as the organization of events and activities in winter and summer sports.
Sportbahnen Hochwang AG
St. Peter · Since 1983 · 21–50 empl.4.6(233)
Sportbahnen Hochwang AG operates the Hochwang ski area, managing a chairlift and a ski lift and maintaining about 25 km of groomed natural-snow pistes. It sells tickets, runs a free shuttle service, operates the mountain restaurant (Panoramarestaurant Triemel) and provides winter and summer leisure activities.
Cardada Impianti Turistici SA
Orselina · Since 1997 · 1–10 empl.4.5(141)
The core activity of Cardada Impianti Turistici SA is the operation of cable cars and lift systems for tourism, particularly in the Cardada region of Switzerland. This includes the management and operation of aerial cable cars, chairlifts and other mountain railways, as well as the provision of tourist services such as restaurants, accommodations and activities like hiking, mountain biking and paragliding.
Società della Funicolare Locarno-Madonna del Sasso SA (FLMS)
Locarno · Since 1903 · 1–10 empl.4.5(1754)
The core activity of the company "Società della Funicolare Locarno – Madonna del Sasso SA" is the operation of a funicular railway (Funicolare) between Locarno and the Santuario della Madonna del Sasso in Orselina, including the provision of passenger transport services and the management of the associated infrastructure.
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Source: commercial register (Zefix) · as of October 10, 2026
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