# @georgeandcris on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DKzbW28OU9N
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/54316486-georgeandcris-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-06-12T14:12:36.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** George & Crissa Prieto | Adventure Travel Couple (@georgeandcris) — https://gondola.cc/georgeandcris

## Caption

Real life Mario Karting in Switzerland?! 🏁🍄👇

📍 First Mountain Cart, Grindelwald
grindelwaldfirst 

🏁 This thrilling ride down a 3km natural road is  basically Mario Kart in real life! It’s a cross between a go-kart and sled and the views of the Swiss Alps during your downhill ride are incredible!

How to get there:

🚠 Head to the First Cable Car Station: 
From the center of Grindelwald, make your way to the Firstbahn (First Cable Car) station.

🚡 Take the Cable Car to First: 
Purchase a ticket for the Firstbahn, which will take you up to the First Mountain Station. Tickets can be bought at the station or online.

🏎️ Rent a Mountain Kart: Once at First Mountain Station, follow signs to the mountain kart rental area. Here, you can rent your kart and receive a brief safety orientation.

🏔️ Enjoy the Descent: After getting your kart, enjoy the exhilarating ride down the specially designed track, which offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valley.

Costs:

💲 A mountain kart ride typically costs around CHF 30-40 per person for a single descent. Prices may vary, so it’s a good idea to check the official Firstbahn website or local tourist information for current rates and availability.

🫶🏼 Send this to the person you want to race mountain karts with in the Swiss Alps! 

#switzerland #swissalps #grindelwald #grindelwaldfirst #mariokart

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switzerland, grindelwaldfirst, mariokart, swissalps, grindelwald

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