Dome Grotzenbühl Braunwald
Relaxation and unique panorama
Discover the ultimate family or couples experience in Braunwald! Our spacious bubble offers more space, comfort, and romance for unforgettable moments. Surrounded by majestic mountains and untouched nature, you can enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area. Braunwald is a car-free paradise for outdoor enthusiasts with hiking trails and ski resorts. Book your bubble overnight stay now and experience the true wonder of Braunwald!
Prices &
Availability
From June to October
CHF 389.- for 2 or 4 people aged 10 and over /night (dogs are not allowed)
- Bed linen included
- Including hot tub
Tourist taxes
Based on the Tourism Development Act and the associated regulations
Regulations apply to all guests who are in the area of the municipality of Glarus Süd
Overnight stays are subject to a fee.
Rates per person per night:
♡ Adults: CHF 3.00
♡ Children: (between the ages of 6 and 15) CHF 1.50
The tourist tax can be paid directly on site in cash, by credit/debit card or with Twint.
Furnishing
♡Cozy double bed (180*200 cm) with pillows and blankets
♡Bunk bed with pillows and blankets (only in the Bubble «Dome Grotzenbüel»)
♡View of the starry sky through the weatherproof and windproof roof with window
♡Minibar and coffee machine in the bubble
♡Unobstructed view of the Glarus Alps
♡Two comfortable reclining chairs with a small table
♡Toilet in the nearby mountain restaurant Chämistube
♡Hot Tub (only in the Bubble «Dome Grotzenbüel»)
♡Option to share a separate dome tent as a common room
location
Braunwald, the car-free holiday resort in southern Glarus between 1200 and 1900 m above sea level, can only be reached by funicular from Linthal with a connection to the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) or on foot.
There are ample parking spaces at reasonable rates at the valley station of the Braunwaldbahn (in Linthal). The GPS address of the Braunwaldbahn valley station is Stachelbergstrasse 2, 8783 Linthal. Please note: The Klausen Pass is closed in winter (open approximately May to early November). The SBB station is called "Linthal Braunwaldbahn."
The funicular runs daily from 5:25 a.m. to 11:55 p.m., every half hour at xx.25 and xx.55 (bicycle transport is free).
The bubble "Dome Grotzenbüel" is located above the village of Braunwald in the Grotzenbüel at 1559 meters above sea level, in the immediate vicinity of the Chämistube mountain restaurant, the Grotzenbüel rope park and the Hüttenberg - Grotzenbüel gondola lift.
Arrival- Departure
Arrival / Departure
Check-in is possible from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the latest
After booking, you will receive a detailed fact sheet by email with important information for your overnight stay.
Check-in and check-out take place at the Chämistube mountain restaurant, Grotzenbüel.
Check-out is mandatory and prompt at 9.00 am
The bubbles are supervised by the Chämistube team, whose daily schedule is strictly scheduled. Cleaning takes place in the morning, after which the employees begin their lunch business in the restaurant.
We thank you for your understanding and fairness!
The journey from Linthal to Braunwald is usually made by
Funicular. Alternatively, you can reach the top on foot via a beautiful, albeit
steep mountain path in just under 2 hours to the sun terrace.
From Braunwald you have the following options to get to the Bubbles
To get to «Grotzenbüel 1» and «Dome Grotzenbüel»:
Arrival on foot or with your own e-bike
From Braunwald, several scenic, moderately ascending trails lead to Grotzenbüel. Please allow up to an hour for the hike. You will receive detailed directions after booking.
Arrival by cable car Hüttenberg – Grotzenbüel
From the Braunwald funicular mountain station in about 10 minutes walk
initially along Oberloochstrasse and later along Hüttenbergstrasse to
Hüttenberg, where the valley station of the Hüttenberg – Grotzenbüel gondola is located
The gondola runs every 30 minutes during the summer season and takes you comfortably to the Bubbles.
Arrival by electric taxi or horse-drawn carriage
Information about the services offered by the Braunwald transport company can be found below:
Schuler Transport
meals
We are happy to offer you the following catering options in the Dome:
♡ Breakfast at the Grotzenbüel mountain restaurant: CHF 18 per person
♡ For dinner, you can add a gourmet box starting at CHF 78.00. The gourmet box is available in both classic and vegetarian versions. It contains seasonally selected delicacies from the region and promises you a culinary delight from appetizer to dessert. No carrying, no cooking, no time pressure!
Gourmet box for 2: CHF 78.00
Gourmet box for 4: CHF 156.00
♡ Drinks in the minibar and coffee in the dome.
Tip: The Rindenhüttli fire pit, complete with grill and firewood, is a 5-minute walk away. Food suitable for grilling, such as sausages and steaks, as well as drinks, can be purchased at the Chämistube mountain restaurant. Please note their opening hours (open during the day only).
Bring along
Packing list
♡ Flashlight or headlamp
♡ We recommend weather-appropriate clothing, good footwear, sunglasses & sunscreen, possibly rain gear and a backpack
Note: Even in summer, there can be cold nights. Free tip: Warm socks and a hat or headband for sleeping work wonders!
♡ Toiletry bag, small first-aid kit for personal needs, hand sanitizer
♡ Power bank (For all eventualities)
♡ Drinks & Food
♡ Trash bags for personal waste
♡Swimsuits and bath towels
Please note that you will be at an altitude of approximately 1600 meters above sea level, and it can get chilly at any time of year. The weather in the mountains can change quickly, and thunderstorms are possible. We therefore recommend packing an extra sweater and a pair of warm socks – you can always take them off!
additional options
♡ The rope park in Grotzenbüel can be booked directly on site during opening hours, including rental equipment.
♡ The Dwarf - Bartli Family Trail is a varied family hiking trail between Gumen, Grotzenbüel and Braunwald village.
♡ This exhilarating scooter ride takes you along a three-kilometer-long dirt road to Braunwald. Bookings can be made directly on-site.
♡ The Braunwald panorama trail is a technically easy circular hike with the most beautiful views of the Glarus Alps and leads from Grotzenbüel via Chnügrat, Seeblengrat to the Gumen mountain inn at 1900 m above sea level.
Further information about the holiday destination Braunwald can be found here:
♡ Braunwald sports railways
https://sportbahnen-braunwald.ch/de/
♡ Guest Information Braunwald
frequently asked Questions
Are there any shopping facilities nearby?
Braunwald has a village shop and the Schwettiberg shop. You can find information about opening hours here and here. Opening hours are very limited, and both shops are closed on Sundays! The shops are about a 25-30 minute walk from the Dome. Due to the current situation, we recommend bringing your groceries from the valley.