Grindelwald Switzerland Travel Guide -Things to do in Grindelwald
One of the most scenic and secluded places in the Jungfrau region lies the town of Grindelwald Switzerland. It is the last stop after the town of Interlaken with a population of only 4,000 people. As you arrive in Grindelwald you are surrounded by the Bernese Alps from the minute you get off the train. Grindelwald is Switzerland’s most scenic town and I wish I was able to stay longer than I did. I would recommend spending between two or three days in Grindelwald to experience all it has to offer.
Grindelwald Travel Guide – How to get to Grindelwald Switzerland
Train to Grindelwald – You can access Switzerland from popular destinations like France or Italy. There are two main ways to get to the town of Grindelwald. The cheapest and most popular way to reach the town and travel across all of Switzerland is by train. Rail Europe helps connect Europe and is a very affordable way to travel across countries. I went directly from the Capital of Switzerland which is Bern through Interlaken and then onto Grindelwald. Need help finding cheap flights?
Car/Motorbike – The second best option is to get there by car, which depending on your trip could be a better option. Compare to the United States, Switzerland’s gas is very expensive and is often toured via motorbike because they get better mpg. If I were to travel Switzerland again I would have to consider traveling by motorbike because there were so many points during the train ride I wish I could have stopped and relaxed.
Grindelwald Travel Guide – Best Hotels in Grindelwald
If you are a budget traveler or someone looking for a luxury stay Grindelwald has it. Anywhere from cheap hostels to luxury 4 star all inclusive resorts you are sure to find what suits you best.
Cheap Hotels in Grindelwald – Things to do in Grindelwald
1 – Downtown-Lodge (Have stayed here and loved)
I stayed at the downtown lodge in 2018 and gave them a $50 deposit for the room key (its required). I ended up leaving at 5am when I checked out to catch a train heading to Italy and was not able to get my money back as no-one was at the front office. I called them later that day to inform them I was not able to get my deposit back. They ended up sending me the $50 in the mail to my hotel room in Rome. The hostel staff was very friendly and catering to any questions.
2 – Youth Hostel
3 – Mountain Hostel
Luxury Hotels in Grindelwald – Best Hotels in Grindelwald
1 – Sunstar Hotel
2 – Romantik Hotel
3 – Aspen Alpin Lifestyle Hotel
Grindelwald Switzerland Guide – Things to do in Grindelwald
There are so many activities to take part in while in Grindelwald. The biggest attraction in Grindelwald is the Jungfrau region which offers a train ride to the top of one of Switzerland’s tallest mountains. From hang gliding, hiking, gondola rides, mountaineering, skiing, train rides in the Swiss Mountains there are endless activities to do in Grindelwald and the surrounding areas.
1: Grindelwald First
Hitch a ride on the Gondola which takes you on a 10 minute ride to the top of a mountain. There are hiking trails, hidden lakes, first walk (picture), hang gliding and so much more. There is an entire day or two worth of activities and adventure awaiting you at the top of the first which makes it the #1 spot on our Grindelwald Travel Guide. The first walk is a magnificent walkway which protrudes from the mountainside to give a complete 360 view of the surrounding landscape. In the picture you can actually see the town of Grindelwald at the base of the mountains. I recommend hitching the first ride at 8am to the top as it will give you time to take everything in before the crowds start to show up.
2: Jungfraujoch – Grindelwald Switzerland things to do
The Grindelwald Switzerland Train is the best train ride in all of Switzerland and goes to the top of an observatory. It has multiple purposes for scientist while also being on of the highest observatory in the world at 3,571 meters.
The journey will start from the Grindelwald train station where you can buy the tickets which take you to Kleine Scheidegg and than board another train to go to the top. You can purchase the entire trip directly from the train station in Grindelwald so there is no need to purchase ahead of time. An adventure trip in Switzerland is not complete without going to the Top of Europe.
Plan for a completely different environment at the top of the observatory as it can be snowing and almost blizzard like conditions even during summer.
3: Lake Bachalpsee – Things to do in Grindelwald
Lake Bachalpsee is one of the coolest hidden lakes in all of Switzerland and is only about an hour walk from the Gondola ride to First.
Depending on what time of the year you go the hiking trails and lake could be covered in snow even in May or June. Its a great hike with beautiful views all around as you are surrounded by mountains.
4: Eiger Trail – Grindelwald Switzerland the eiger
One of the most famous hiking and climbing trails in the entire world is in Grindelwald Switzerland. The famous Eiger North Face is a world renowned free climbing spot for experienced climbers. The hike offers some of the best jaw dropping views there is to see in Switzerland. This travel guide for Grindelwald is all about adventure, scenic views and having fun. The Eiger Trail encompasses all of that and is accessible by train traveling to the town of Eigergletscher.
Enjoy your trip to Grindelwald Switzerland with our Grindelwald Travel Guide!
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