Swiss Mountain Railways Expect Slight Dip in First-Time Visitors in 2025/26 Season
Swiss mountain railways brace for a slight dip in first-time visitors during the 2025/26 winter season, according to BAK Economics. The modest cooldown follows an exceptionally strong previous year, with entries projected to decrease by 3.9 percent to around 25.3 million.
The projected slowdown is primarily due to unusually favorable weather conditions experienced in the prior season and average snow conditions expected in the upcoming season. However, despite the anticipated decrease, first-time entries are expected to remain well above the long-term average.
The search results do not provide specific information on weather fluctuations in recent years or their impact on visitor numbers at Swiss mountain railways.
In summary, while the 2025/26 winter season is expected to see a modest cooldown for Switzerland’s cable car and mountain railway operators, first-time entries are projected to stay robust, albeit slightly lower than the previous year.
