A 5-minute cable car linking Étrembières to the summit of the Salève (1,097 m), with sweeping views over Geneva, Léman and the Mont-Blanc range. 60-seat cabins.
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The Salève cable car is a high-capacity panoramic lift linking the French commune of Étrembières (Pas-de-l'Échelle, 432 m) to the summit of the Salève (1,097 m), known as the 'Balcony of Geneva', in just 5 minutes. The two 60-seat cabins make it one of the highest-capacity lines in the region.
Co-operated by RATP Dev, TPG (Transports Publics Genevois) and COMAG (Poma), the cable car is integrated into the Geneva public transport network: TPG line 8 reaches Veyrier-Douane (a short walk to the lift), with a direct shuttle to the base on summer Sundays. A reduced fare of EUR 12 return applies on presentation of an Oùra travel card, a SwissPass GA, a Swiss half-fare card or a Geneva City Pass.
At the top, the free Salève Secret exhibition (over 100 m2), a climbing wall, the panoramic Restaurant 360, waymarked hiking trails, paragliding launches and views over Geneva, Lake Geneva, the Jura and Mont Blanc complete the offer. 2026 prices: adult return EUR 18. Hours: 9 a.m. to 10:45 p.m. Thursday to Saturday in summer; reduced opening the rest of the week.
From Geneva (10 km, ≈20 minutes) via the A40 or A411 motorway, Étrembières exit, follow signs for 'Téléphérique du Salève'. From Annemasse (≈10 minutes) via the D1206. From Annecy (≈45 minutes) via the A41. Free parking opposite the departure station.
Open in MapsTPG line 8 (Geneva → Veyrier-Douane, 9 minutes on foot) all year. Every Sunday from 3 May to 27 September 2026: extra TPG 8 service to the 'Téléphérique du Salève' stop. TAC line 4 (Annemasse): direct on weekends and public holidays, on weekdays via Veyrier-Douane + 10 minutes on foot.
Open in MapsThe Léman/Annemasse greenway passes nearby, continuing via minor roads to the station. Covered bike parking at the departure station.
Open in MapsTransport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)
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Book the Téléphérique du Salève online at telepherique-du-saleve.axess.shop or at the ticket desks of the lower station in Étrembières. No compulsory time slot except for the Évasion (lunch) and climbing packs. Same-day purchase possible.
Téléphérique du Salève: adult return €18, one-way €13. Reduced rate (16–19 years, students, 65+, reduced mobility) return €13. Child 4–15 years return €6.50. Family €49. TPG/Oùra subscription: €12 return. 10-trip booklet €75. Verified on 21 May 2026.
Téléphérique du Salève: summer 1 April – 1 Nov 2026, Sun-Wed 9:00am–6:45pm, Thu-Fri-Sat late nights 9:00am–10:45pm. Winter 17 Jan – 31 Mar Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun 9:00am–4:45pm. Verified on the official website on 21 May 2026 — subject to seasonal changes.
The Téléphérique du Salève is 10 km from Geneva (20 minutes by car). By public transport: TPG line 8 to Veyrier-Douane + 9 minutes on foot, or direct to the foot of the cabin on Sundays from 3 May to 27 September 2026. Reduced rate €12 return with a TPG/Oùra subscription.
Yes. At the summit of the Téléphérique du Salève, the Salève Secret exhibition (over 100 m², free) presents the geology, wildlife and history of the massif. Free access included in every ticket. Allow 30 minutes for the visit.
Yes. The Téléphérique du Salève accepts dogs on a leash in the cabin, at a rate of €4 return. Category 1 dogs (Pit Bull, Mastiff, Tosa) are forbidden. Assistance dogs accepted free of charge.
Yes. The Téléphérique du Salève has 60-seat cabins accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs. The Salève Secret exhibition, Restaurant 360 and the summit toilets are adapted. Reduced rate €13 return with proof.
At the summit of the Téléphérique du Salève at 1,097 m: free Salève Secret exhibition, climbing wall, Restaurant 360, marked hiking trails (Croix du Salève, Grand Piton, Observatoire), views over Geneva, Léman and Mont-Blanc, paragliding take-offs.
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