Giant forest experience Elm with giant forest backpack
Journey on the SOB to Elm, including a gondola ride and a giant forest rucksack
The cable car takes you from the valley station up to the Ämpächli station in just a few minutes. This is where the Giant Forest Adventure Trail begins. With the Giant Forest rucksack, you can explore the Giant Forest with complete peace of mind – the rucksack contains the finest regional produce to keep you going during the hike.
Included in the experience:
Return journey from Zurich, Meilen, Uster, Rapperswil, Chur, St. Gallen, Uznach, Altstätten or Einsiedeln to Elm, Sportbahnen
Gondola ride: Return journey Elm–Ämpächli
Large rucksack filled with regional products for the hike
1 coffee, tea or hot chocolate in the SOB train bistro
Price overview
You can select your ticket category on the booking form.
CHF 65.– 2nd Class, half fare CHF 94.– 2nd Class, adult CHF 58.– 2nd Class, child
CHF 81.– 1st Class, half fare CHF 125.– 1st Class, adult CHF 37.– 1st Class, child
CHF 37.– Adult with a GA Travelcard CHF 29.– Child with a GA Travelcard or Junior Travelcard
The RIESENWALD Nature Trail in Elm
The RIESENWALD adventure trail tells five fascinating stories based on the legend of Martinsloch and links them to the Sardona UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. Visitors of all ages can enjoy 17 exciting stations where they can play and explore for themselves, as well as cosy spots for barbecuing and relaxing. The trail promotes motor skills, sensory awareness and an appreciation of nature, whilst imparting knowledge about the UNESCO Sardona Tectonic Arena. Become an adventurer and set off from Ämpächli in Elm in search of the legendary giants!
With the new Giant Forest rucksack, you can enjoy the experience completely carefree. The Giant Forest rucksack contains the finest regional products for your hike through the Giant Forest with its many fire pits. The rucksack contains the following: bratwurst or cervelat, bread, 500ml drink of your choice, crisps, fruit and biscuits.