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10 reasons why you must visit Grindelwald

  • Grindelwald is a mountain village in the Bernese Oberland, surrounded by a unique mountain scenery with Wetterhorn, Mettenberg and Eiger.
  • A paradise for all hikers, Grindelwald offers the best conditions for summer activities.
  • Skiing in Grindelwald: You are spoilt for choice and can choose between Männlichen, First and Kleiner Scheidegg your skiing area
  • The free First Cliff Walk by Tissot on Grindelwald First will give you the best spot for a selfie in the Bernese Oberland
  • The adventure mountain Grindelwald First offers unique experiences like First Glider, First Flieger, Mountaincart and Trottibike
  • The new V-Bahn with the Eiger Express takes you to the Eiger Glacier in 15 minutes. A very good starting point for a long toboggan ride in winter
  • A visit to the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe is a must when visiting Grindelwald
  • The children's paradise on Männlichen with the great hiking experience around the cow Liselotte is suitable for all children.
  • A Grindelwald bad weather activity is a visit to the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge
  • Every tobogganing fan must have experienced the longest toboggan run in the world once: From Faulhorn via Bussalp to Grindelwald, sledders enjoy 15km of fun and action
Children's ski lessons with snowman mascot in Grindelwald. Children with ski helmets enjoy the lessons on the slopes.Children's Ski Lessons (Photo: Grindelwald Sports)
BodmiARENA with skiers and snow in GrindelwaldBodmiARENA (Photo: Jungfrau Region Grindelwald Tourism)

Attractions in Grindelwald

Grindelwald is well-connected to the Jungfrau Region via cable cars, making it easy to reach the following attractions in a short time. From the Grindelwald Terminal, two modern cable cars will take you quickly to the Eiger Glacier or to Männlichen. By doing this, you save nearly an hour when heading to the famous Jungfraujoch.

Since Grindelwald is located directly in the mountains, most attractions are natural wonders. The north face of the Eiger towers right above Grindelwald and is an attraction in its own right.

Eiger North Face

The north face of the Eiger rises more than 1,800 m above sea level. Its challenging ascent has made it legendary. In 1858, two mountain guides from Grindelwald and their Irish guest attempted the first ascent of the 3,967-meter-high ice giant Eiger.

This difficult north face, also known as the "Mordwand" (Murder Wall), was only conquered a century later by two Germans and two Austrians, including the famous climber and Tibet traveler Heinrich Harrer. They took three days to complete the climb.

Today, top alpine climbers (difficulty level X) can conquer the face in just a few hours.

Grindelwald Glacier Gorge

The Grindelwald Glacier Gorge is within half an hour's walking distance from Grindelwald. It is a unique experience and adventure world with 300-meter-high rock walls. The gorge formed due to the retreat of the Lower Grindelwald Glacier. You can walk through the gorge on wooden walkways and a 170 m² spider web. Within the gorge, canyon swinging and climbing are popular sports.

Eigernordwand with snow-capped peak, surrounded by rocks and sky.Eigernordwand (Photo: Switzerland Tourism MySwitzerland)
Glacier Gorge Grindelwald with hikers on the bridgeGlacier Gorge (Photo: Grindelwaldsports)

Grindelwald First with First Cliff Walk by Tissot

The First Cliff Walk by Tissot features a narrow rocky path, a suspension bridge, and a viewpoint.

  • The narrow rocky path runs along the western side of the First summit.
  • The single-rope suspension bridge is 40 meters long.
  • A viewpoint extends 45 m seemingly into thin air.

The panoramic view all around, featuring the Eiger and numerous peaks over 4000 meters, is legendary.

Alpine Playground Bort

The Alpine playground Bort is located at 1570 m above sea level and is easily accessible from the mid-station of the First cable car. It covers an area of about 700 square meters. The play area includes climbing and balancing landscapes, a large sandpit, and a stream. There is also a charging station for e-bikes.

Eigergletscher

The Eigergletscher starts at an altitude of 3700 m above sea level on the western slope of the Eiger. From there, it wraps around the Kleine Eiger and descends to the Eigergletscher station (approximately 2330 m above sea level). A second glacier tongue lies between 3200 and 3500 m above sea level, between the Kleine Eiger and the Eiger. The glacier is part of the ski area Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen – Grindelwald/Wengen.

Jungfraujoch

Jungfraujoch sits at nearly 3500 m above sea level and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site "Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch". This is where the 22 km long Aletsch Glacier begins. You can expect breathtaking views of several peaks over 4000 meters in the Bernese Alps. The unique ice palace, created by two mountain guides, spans 1,000 square meters and is also quite impressive.

First Cliff Walk in Grindelwald with hikers and viewFirst Cliff Walk (Photo: Jungfraubahnen Management)
Grindelwald First Cliff Walk with a view of mountainsCliff Walk (Photo: Jungfraubahnen Management)

Pfingstegg

Pfingstegg is located at 1386 m above sea level on the northern slope of Mättenberg. It is the local mountain of Grindelwald. You can only reach it in summer by cable car. At Pfingstegg, you can enjoy wonderful hiking, cycling, flying through the forest with the fly-line, or zooming down the toboggan (summer luge).

Männlichen

Männlichen stands at 2342 m above sea level and can be reached in 19 minutes via gondola (V-Bahn) from Grindelwald.

At Männlichen, you'll find beautiful viewpoints overlooking the majestic Eiger, Jungfrau, and Mönch mountains. There are also several experience and theme trails like Lieselotte Weg, Öpfelchüechliweg, and Royal Walk. All trails are family-friendly. However, they are not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs.

In winter, Männlichen is part of the ski area. In summer, you can ride down the mountain on a mountain bike or a summer luge (Gemel). Männlichen is also well-known for paragliding.

Grindelwald Insider Tips

We have three tips for your stay in Grindelwald.

Thrilling Ride with the Gemel

A special summer toboggan is available for rent at the mountain station (Pit-Shop) at Männlichen. With a summer Gemel (also known as a Mountaincart), you can ride down to the Holenstein mid-station during the summer. The route for the summer Gemel starts at 2,225 m above sea level. Over 6 km, it descends about 600 meters. At the Holenstein mid-station, you return the Gemel.

FLY Line

The FLY Line at Pfingstegg is an unusual and very popular attraction. You sit in a seating frame attached to a winding pipe system. You zip through the forest and fields on a 350 m ride. The speed ranges from 8 to 12 km/h. This fun activity is also suitable for those who prefer a more relaxed pace.

First Flieger

The First Flieger at Grindelwald First is designed similarly to the FLY Line but reaches speeds of up to 84 km/h. Instead of a pipe system, it runs along an 800 m long steel cable. Don’t miss out on this adventurous experience!

Männlichen Gemel in Grindelwald in sunny weatherExcursion Männlichen Gemel (Photo: Jungfrau Region Grindelwald Tourism)
Pfingstegg Fly Line in Grindelwald, participant swings through treesExcursion Pfingstegg Fly Line (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Management)

Things to do in Grindelwald

The activities and experiences on offer around Grindelwald range from a variety of outdoor activities to an indoor rope park and museums as bad weather alternatives

Summer activities include:

  • Hiking and mountain walking
  • Summer tobogganing, fly-line and Tyrolienne
  • Climbing, canyoning and rafting
  • Paragliding (all year round)

Winter activities include:

  • skiing and snowboarding
  • tobogganing
  • snowshoeing, winter hiking

Hiking and mountain walking around Grindelwald

The 2343-meter-high summit of Männlichen can be climbed from the top station of the Grindelwald Männlichen cable car via the steep Royal Walk summit trail in about 30 minutes

Some mountain hiking trails from Männlichen

  • Hiking trail no. 60 Royal Walk Männlichen - Männlichen summit
  • Hiking trail no. 61 Easy Männlichen - Holenstein
  • Hiking trail no. 63 Männlichen - Kleine Scheidegg
  • Hiking trail no. 67 Holenstein - Grindelwald Grund
  • Panorama trail to Kleine Scheidegg
  • Romantic trail from Männlichen to Alpiglen

The Pfingstegg is not only an ideal starting point for hikes through the UNESCO World Heritage Site Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch and allows a fantastic view over the valley of Grindelwald.

Some mountain hiking trails from Pfingstegg

  • Pfingstegg - Bäregg
  • Pfingstegg - Glacier Gorge
  • Grindelwald - Pfingstegg

Summer toboggan run, FLY Line and similar from Grindelwald

FLY Line, First FLY and Summer-Gemel are very popular alternatives to winter tobogganing. Pfingstegg also offers a 763-meter-long summer toboggan run.

FLY Line Pfingstegg

On the Pfingstegg you will find a Fly Line in summer. You are well attached to a tube system via a free hanging seat. You fly like a bird several meters above the ground between the trees. Since you can only reach 8-12km/h, this FLY Line is perfect for families. It may be used from the age of about 4 years. The Fly Line may not be used under the influence of alcohol.

Open the FLY Line (like the cable car) from the second week of May until about mid-October daily from 11-17h and during evening Sky Dinner, during the high season 10-18h.

First FLYER Grindelwald First

You will find the First FLYER on Grindelwald First. Here you will be attached to a steel cable with a seat that is also freely suspended. The speed reaches up to 84 km/h when you ride down from First to the middle station Schreckfeld. This ride is well suited for small groups, as up to four people are allowed to go at once

First Glider Grindelwald First

Like the First FLYER, the First Glider runs between the top and middle stations of the First cable car. You are strapped to an eagle and fly belly-down through the air. First, the ride goes backwards at 72 km/h up to the top station. Afterwards, you'll get about 83 km/h speed on the way down. Four guests (from 10 years and 1.30m minimum height) float simultaneously next to each other

Grindelwald First Glider with passengers over green meadowsFirst Glider (Photo: Jungfraubahnen Management)
Männlichen Gemsenweg in Grindelwald, hikers on trails, alpine landscape.Trip Männlichen Gemsenweg (Photo: Jungfrau Region männlichen.ch)

Mountain Biking, Gemel or Trottibike Riding in Grindelwald

Especially in summer, alongside e-bikes and mountain bikes, you can find some unusual riding opportunities in the mountains around Grindelwald.

Mountain Biking Trails Starting from Grindelwald

From Grindelwald, you have a choice of 160 km of mountain biking trails. Riding is allowed on hiking paths, but not in hunting reserve areas.

  • E-MTB Eiger Loop: 3-day trail Grindelwald-Mürren-Meiringen-Grindelwald
  • MTB Jungfrau Loop: 4-day trail Grindelwald-Mürren-Interlaken-Meiringen-Grindelwald

Stations of the MTB Eiger Loop|Day|Route|Length (km)|Elevation Gain (m)|Elevation Loss| |----------|------|--------:|--------:|--------:| |1|Grindelwald - Mürren|30|1200|600| |2|Mürren - Meiringen|60|800|1800| |3|Meiringen - Grindelwald|30|1500|1050|

Stations of the MTB Jungfrau Loop|Day|Route|Length (km)|Elevation Gain (m)|Elevation Loss| |----------|------|--------:|--------:|--------:| |1|Grindelwald - Mürren|29|1560|1650| |2|Mürren - Interlaken|37|740|1800| |3|Interlaken - Meiringen|32|600|580| |4|Meiringen - Grindelwald|38|1900|1400|

Trottibike Grindelwald First

From the middle station Bort, you can ride down with the Trottibike. Helmets are available for free rental. For kids over 125 cm tall, smaller Trotti bikes are available.

Summer Gemel at Männlichen and Grindelwald First

With a summer Gemel (also known as mountain cart), you can take the downhill run between the mountain station Männlichen and the middle station Holenstein. The 6 km route starts at 2225 m above sea level and ends about 600 meters lower.

You can rent the Gemel at the cable car shops in Wengen, Grindelwald, or directly at the mountain station Männlichen. The Gemel sled is issued at the Pit Shop at the mountain station. You need to return it personally at the middle station Holenstein after your ride.

From Schreckfeld to Bort, you ride down with the First Mountain Cart over three kilometers. Good tires, a comfortable seat, and effective brakes make for a safe ride. Kids over 125 cm tall are suitable to ride. The required helmet is provided free of charge.

Grindelwald First Sommer Mountain Trotti with a view of the mountainsFirst Sommer Mountain Trotti (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Grindelwald)
Trottibike riders enjoy the view in GrindelwaldFirst Sommer Trottibike (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Grindelwald)

Climbing, canyoning and rafting

Which climber has not dreamed of climbing the north face of the Eiger? The myth of the Eiger has always fascinated people.

Eiger Trail and Eiger Rotstock

With the necessary equipment, every experienced via ferrata climber and mountain hiker can climb the 2,600-meter-high, vertically sloping Rotstock summit via the Eiger Trail and the moderately difficult Eiger Rotstock via ferrata.

While it's not the Eiger North Face, it comes very close to the North Face ambience. Only professional alpinists should venture on any of the 30 interconnected routes on the Eiger North Face, which are rated at the highest difficulty level X.

Sports Center in Grindelwald

There is a bouldering wall at the Grindelwald Sports Center. At jumping height you can climb here on 170 m2 walls.

On bad weather days not only the children can let off steam in the indoor rope park Grindelwald. This is the largest indoor rope park in the whole of Europe. The 40 elements in 5 courses are also a challenge for big climbers. In about half an hour by car you can reach another rope park of superlatives: the rope park Interlaken. More than 120 challenges on 9 courses, which reach up to 20 meters into the treetops, offer the right adrenaline rush and sharpen concentration, balance as well as coordination at the same time.

Glacier Gorge Grindelwald

In addition to climbing and canyoning, canyon swing has also become a popular sport in the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge.

Paragliding Grindelwald

For example, delta gliders and paragliders are attracted to Grindelwald by the gondola lift up to the 2160-meter Grindelwald First. This is a natural plateau of the southwest ridge to the Widderfeldgrätli. Here, ideal wind conditions prevail for unforgettable flights through the imposing mountain scenery and the take-off point is also ideal.

In the Grindelwald region there are several providers for tandem flights who also use the take-off points on Männlichen, which rises to the west of Grindelwald. From here you can see the ice giants Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The Grindelwald-Männlichen gondola takes 19 minutes to reach the top station at 2225 meters above sea level.

Paragliding over Grindelwald First with snow-covered mountains.Tandem Paragliding Grindelwald First (Photo: Paragliding-Jungfrau)
Canyon Swing in the Gletscherschlucht Grindelwald, exciting activity, steep cliffsCanyon Swing Gletscherschlucht (Photo: Outdoor Interlaken)

ski areas

From Grindelwald, you have direct access to two ski areas via cable cars and lifts.

Ski area Kleine Scheidegg/​Männlichen – Grindelwald/​Wengen

This huge ski area boasts 102 km of pistes. Eight lifts, ten chairlifts, and six cable cars can transport up to 31,351 people per hour.

Pistes (km) Altitude (m a.s.l.) Number of lifts/cable cars
102 944-2320 24
Pistes (km) Easy (km) Medium (km) Difficult (km)

|102|33|56|13|

Ski area First – Grindelwald

For skiing and snowboarding, there are 49 km of pistes and 4 km of ski routes available. Four lifts, three chairlifts, and three cable cars serve the guests.

Pistes (km) Altitude (m a.s.l.) Number of lifts/cable cars
49 1050-2500 10
Pistes (km) Easy (km) Medium (km) Difficult (km)
49 30 11 8
Männlichen Ski practice area with skiers and liftMännlichen Ski practice area (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Grindelwald)
Grindelwald First Ski, snowboarder on a rail, Alpine winterGrindelwald First Ski (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Grindelwald)

Skiing and snowboarding

The Grindelwald-First ski area is located on the slopes of the Schwarzhorn to the northeast of Grindelwald. It is famous for its varied freestyle runs that face the sun. The ski resort is called the sunniest ski resort in the Bernese Oberland. During the descent you will also have very spectacular views of the Eiger North Face. The skicross track has a special attraction.

The ski resort Grindelwald-Wengen offers a direct view of the ice giants Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The world famous world cup downhill run Lauberhorn can be skied by experienced skiers. For beginners, there is a long downhill run. It starts at the mountain station and leads via Kleine Scheidegg to Brandegg.

Snowpark Grindelwald First

The Grindelwald First winter sports area covers a wide range of requirements in its snowpark. Everyone will find something, from beginners to professionals and freestylers. In addition to two parks with different levels of difficulty, there is also a 130m-long halfpipe. The Bärgelegg Park is located at the Bärgelegg ski lift and is 650 meters long. The freestylers are brought back to the start by the park's own drag lift. The Oberjoch Park is located at 2500 meters above sea level next to the top station and is also suitable for beginners. Due to the high location an early start of the season is guaranteed.

Tobogganing

Grindelwald First offers very long toboggan runs. The longest toboggan run in the world is called Big Pintenfritz. It is 15 km long and starts at Faulhorn (2680 m above sea level). To experience this sledding fun, you have to bring the sled up on foot for 2.5 hours beforehand. The descent, which takes at least 30 minutes, is all the more beautiful On the way you can also stop at the mountain restaurant Bussalp. The route is open from about mid-December until about the end of March.

At Männlichen and at Kleine Scheidegg there are also nice toboggan runs. Summer hiking trails are often used for sledding in winter.

Good toboggan runs are for example these hiking trails:

  • Hiking trail 60 Männlichen summit
  • Hiking trail 61 Easy Männlichen Holenstein

Snowshoeing, winter hiking

From Grindelwald you will find 70 km of winter hiking trails in a high alpine landscape with a wonderful panorama

Eiger Trail No. 7 from Holenstein to Brandegg

This Eiger Trail has nothing to do with the summer hiking trail of the same name. On this trail, the recurring view of the Eiger north face is fascinating. The 6 km trail gets by with slight inclines. In total, the easy snowshoe tour has about 125 meters of ascent. The trail starts at the middle station of the Männlichen mountain railroad and ends in Brandegg at the Wengernalpbahn.

Aspen Trail No. 6 to Vorsassi

The Aspen Trail starts with the bus ride to Aspen. Bus number 123 departs from Grindelwald train station every hour. The moderately difficult snowshoe tour is only 1300 meters long, but has 219 vertical meters. Over snowy mats, the trail first goes uphill towards Moosgaden. Then the trail leads over the snowy forest road to the Vorsassi at the lower part of the Itramenwald. Here the trail meets the Eiger Trail No. 7. To the right the Eiger Trail leads to Holenstein. The left fork leads to Brandegg.

Children's ski lessons in Grindelwald with a teacher helping a girl. Snow and ski equipment visible.Children's ski lessons (Photo: Grindelwald Sports)
Bodmi Arena Grindelwald with skiers in the snowBodmi Arena (Photo: Grindelwald Sports)

other activities

A visit to the Alpine Bird Park Grindelwald near Ischboden, which has become a home for rare bird species, also offers a special nature experience. With a voluntary donation from visitors, capercaillies, buzzards, little owls, eagle owls and many more alpine birds are cared for and nurtured.

Snow and mountain schools around Grindelwald

All these schools are both mountain and ski schools.

  • Outdoor Mountain School Grindelwald
  • Outdoor Swiss Ski School Grindelwald
  • ALTITUDE Ski and Snowboard School
  • Buri Sport Grindelwald Ski & Snowboard School
  • privat-ski Ski & Snowboard School
  • Ski School Skiparadies Männlichen
  • Swiss Ski & Snowboard School Kleine Scheidegg

Events in Grindelwald

In Grindelwald events take place all year round.

Some recurring events and happenings:

  • January World Snow Festival: a week of figures and sculptures made from three-meter-high blocks of snow
  • January Martinsloch: the sun shines through the Martinsloch, the natural phenomenon and the legend of the Eiger are explained over mulled wine
  • January Bull Trophy, the legendary international curling tournament
  • February Velogemel World Championship
  • March King of the First Hill: 8 km Volks Downhill with 1200 meters altitude difference from Oberjoch to Stählisboden,in the categories Ski, Snowboard, Telemark and Fun (costumed)
  • March The Winter Final: Treasure hunt of the 30 chests
  • June SWISSMAN Xtreme Triathlon, with more than 5500 meters of altitude gain
  • July ** Eiger Ultra Trail**, more than 100 km long
  • August ENDURO - Eiger Bike-Challenge, with 1000 participants
  • August Inferno Triathlon: with 5500 meters of ascent over a distance of 155 km between Thun and Schilthorn
  • October Light Art Grindelwald: the works of art exhibited in the public space in the center of the village.

Skiing and Snowboarding

The Grindelwald-First ski resort is located on the slopes of the Schwarzhorn, northeast of Grindelwald. It is renowned for its varied freestyle runs, which face the sun. The ski area is referred to as the sunniest ski resort in the Bernese Oberland. During your descent, you will also enjoy spectacular views of the Eiger North Face. The Skicross track has a special appeal.

The Grindelwald-Wengen ski area offers stunning views of the ice giants Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The world-famous Lauberhorn downhill run can be tackled by experienced skiers. For beginners, there is a long descent that starts at the mountain station and leads over the Kleine Scheidegg down to Brandegg.

Snowpark Grindelwald First

The Grindelwald First winter sports area caters to various demands in its snowpark. There is something for everyone, from beginners to professionals and freestylers. In addition to two parks with differing levels of difficulty, there is also a 130m long halfpipe available. The Bärgelegg Park is located at the Bärgelegg ski lift and is 650 meters long. Freestylers are brought back to the start by the park’s own T-bar lift. The Oberjoch Park is situated at 2500 m above sea level next to the mountain station and is also suitable for beginners. Its high altitude guarantees an early start to the season.

Sledding

Grindelwald First offers very long sledding runs. The longest sledding descent in the world is called Big Pintenfritz. It is 15 km long and begins at the Faulhorn (2680 m above sea level). To enjoy this sledding fun, you will need to hike up with the sled for 2.5 hours beforehand. The descent, which takes at least 30 minutes, is all the more enjoyable. You can also stop at the Bussalp mountain restaurant along the way. The track is open from about mid-December to the end of March.

There are also beautiful sledding runs at Männlichen and Kleine Scheidegg. Often, summer hiking trails are used for sledding in winter.

Good sledding slopes include these hiking trails:

  • Hiking Trail 60 Männlichen Summit
  • Hiking Trail 61 Easy Männlichen Holenstein

Snowshoe Hiking, Winter Hiking

From Grindelwald, you can find 70 km of winter hiking trails in a high alpine landscape with wonderful panoramas.

Eiger-Trail No. 7 from Holenstein to Brandegg

This Eiger Trail has nothing to do with the summer hiking path of the same name. This route captivates with its recurring views of the Eiger North Face. The 6 km trail features gentle inclines. Overall, this easy snowshoe tour has an elevation gain of about 125 meters. The trail begins at the middle station of the Männlichen cable car and ends in Brandegg at the Wengernalp Bahn.

Aspen-Trail No. 6 to Vorsassi

The Aspen Trail begins with a bus ride to Aspen. Bus line 123 departs hourly from Grindelwald station. This moderate snowshoe tour is only 1300 meters long but involves 219 meters of elevation gain. The path initially ascends over snowy meadows towards Moosgaden. Subsequently, the trail follows the snow-covered forest road to Vorsassi at the lower part of the Itramen forest. Here, the path connects with Eiger Trail No. 7. To the right, the Eiger Trail leads to Holenstein. The left fork leads to Brandegg.

Unicorn sculpture at the World Snow Festival in GrindelwaldWorld Snow Festival Unicorn (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Grindelwald)
Eiger Bike Challenge in Grindelwald with cyclists on a routeEiger Bike Challenge (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Grindelwald)

Hotels in Grindelwald

Guests have been coming to Grindelwald since the beginning of the 19th century. They want to relax in the wild romantic mountain world or conquer the mountain giants. In 1820, the first guesthouse was opened with the Hotel Schwarzer Adler. Although the village has only a little more than 4000 inhabitants, there were 1.3 million overnight stays in 2019. There are about 8000 guest beds in Grindelwald.

Belvedere Swiss Quality Hotel Grindelwald

The 4 star Belvedere Swiss Quality Hotel Grindelwald has a large wellness area with heated swimming pool and brine pool. In addition to single, double and family rooms, there are also snoring rooms with two separate bedrooms.The view is of the Eiger or the Wetterhorn.

Hotel Schweizerhof

The Hotel Schweizerhof is located in the Swiss Alp Resort. It is also called Romatikhotel and has 5 stars. Here you will also find a wellness area with heated indoor pool and several saunas. The hotel has three restaurants: Alpterrassen (half board), Schmitte and Gaststübli. Besides single and double rooms you will find junior suites, most of them with balcony. The view goes to the Eiger massif.

Restaurants Grindelwald

In the wintery mountains you strengthen yourself in one of the rustic alpine huts on the sun terrace. Usually cheese fondue and mulled wine are offered. Culinary specialities from the Bernese Oberland are also offered at the annual Advent market. The atmospheric Advent market is located at the Märthysi Bärplatz in the middle of Grindelwald.

Restaurant Belvedere

In the middle of Grindelwald stands the popular gourmet restaurant Belvedere. It belongs to the hotel of the same name. Since it is very popular, a reservation is recommended.

Restaurant Jägerstübli

The Jägerstübli Restaurant is located on the outskirts of Grindelwald. The rustic restaurant is open all year round and can be reached by car. Bus 123 also takes you directly to the Jägerstübli. In winter it is located directly on the Männlichen No. 3 valley run, in summer it is a hiking trail.

Restaurants in Grindelwald First

  • Restaurant First: 750 seats
  • Restaurant Bort: 370 seats
  • Restaurant Schreckfeld: 100 seats
  • Café Genepi: 40 seats (winter)
  • Bärgelegghütte: only terrace (winter)
Jägerstüble Terrace with dishes and mulled wine in GrindelwaldJägerstübli Terrace (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Grindelwald)
Schweizerhof Wellness with swimming pool and paintingSchweizerhof Wellness (Photo: Jungfrau Region Tourism Grindelwald)

Getting to Grindelwald

As a traditional holiday destination, Grindelwald is well connected to an excellent transport network.

Car/Motorcycle

If you’re coming from Interlaken, the Grindelwaldstrasse (Route 6) takes you through the mountains straight to Grindelwald. If you prefer to arrive by car or motorcycle from Meiringen, the pass road over the Grosse Scheidegg offers an adventurous route. However, be aware that the pass may be closed in winter.

Public Transport

The easiest way to reach Grindelwald is by train. The historical Berner Oberland Railway runs from Interlaken to Grindelwald. You can access all the peaks in the Jungfrau region with modern cable cars that connect the stunning mountain scenery of the Swiss Alps all year round. Since 2020, the network has been significantly improved with the addition of the V-Trains (Eiger Express and Männlichen Gondola).

Cable Cars from Grindelwald

Five cable cars operate in Grindelwald. The newest is the Eiger Express, which halves the travel time to Jungfraujoch. If you prefer a more leisurely ride, you can take the Wengernalpbahn as before. The ticket price is the same, regardless of which route you choose. The cable cars run year-round in Grindelwald (except for the Pfingsteggbahn).

Cable Cars in Grindelwald|Name|Type|Valley Station|Mountain Station|Altitude (m a.s.l.) from to|Length of Track (m)| |----------|------|--------|--------|:--------:|:--------:| |Eiger Express|3S Cable Car|Grindelwald Terminal|Eigergletscher|937 to 2328|6483| |Wengernalpbahn|Funicular|Grindelwald|Kleine Scheidegg (via Grund, Brandegg, Alpiglen)|1034 to 2061|8640| |Firstbahn|Funicular|Grindelwald|First (via Bort and Schreckfeld)|1065 to 2168|5225| |Grindelwald Männlichen GGM|Gondola|Grindelwald Terminal|Männlichen (via Holenstein)|947 to 2229|6100| |Grindelwald Pfingstegg|Aerial Cableway|Grindelwald Grund|Pfingstegg|1027 to 1387|1037|

Grindelwald Firstbahn with cable cars in the AlpsFirstbahn (Photo: Jungfrau Railways Management)
Pfingsteggbahn in Grindelwald with a view of the mountain landscape and the villagePfingsteggbahn (Photo: Jungfraubahnen Management)

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