Bungee Jumping · Montreux
The essentials
One option here, one decision: the canyon swing at Gorges du Pissot, run by GuideConcept for 115.72 CHF. The session runs 45 min and is rated "occasionally sporty", making it a solid entry point for first-timers without prior experience. The meeting point is Bois de Marmottex in Château-d'Œx, roughly 40 km from Montreux. Book directly with GuideConcept and confirm your slot at least a few days in advance, especially in peak season.
The offer
Canyon Swing in Gorges du Pissot, Château-d’Œx, near Montreux
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment of the canyon swing?
The release. You step off the platform and free-fall before the rope catches and swings you across the gorge. That initial drop is where the adrenaline peaks.
Do you need to be afraid of heights to feel the rush?
No, but the void above Gorges du Pissot will trigger a reaction regardless. Even experienced jumpers report a strong adrenaline spike at the edge.
How long does the actual experience last?
The full session is 45 min, which includes briefing, harnessing and the swing itself. The swing portion lasts a matter of seconds, but that's where it counts.
Is the canyon swing different from bungee jumping?
Yes. Bungee jumping sends you straight down and back up. A canyon swing drops you into a pendulum arc across the gorge, so the sensation is lateral and sustained rather than purely vertical.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6.2°C | 150.5 mm | Poor |
| February | -3.8°C | 121 mm | Poor |
| March | -2.7°C | 148.3 mm | Poor |
| April | 1.3°C | 141 mm | Poor |
| May | 4.4°C | 162.5 mm | Poor |
| June | 9.5°C | 172.7 mm | Poor |
| July | 13.1°C | 141 mm | Possible |
| August | 12.5°C | 137.6 mm | Possible |
| September | 9.8°C | 104.7 mm | Possible |
| October | 4.5°C | 112.9 mm | Poor |
| November | -1.5°C | 145.1 mm | Poor |
| December | -7.5°C | 108.7 mm | Poor |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear closed-toe shoes with a secure fit and comfortable clothes you can move in. The physical level is "occasionally sporty", so nothing technical is required, but avoid loose jackets or scarves that can flap during the swing.
Getting there
Head to Bois de Marmottex, 1660 Château-d'Œx, Switzerland, the confirmed meeting point for this activity, accessible by car from Montreux in under an hour via the A12 motorway.
See also
Bungee Jumping elsewhere
Other activities in Montreux
Updated March 2026