With unparalleled views of the Jungfrau, Monch & Eiger mountains, Grindlewald is a must-see town for those wanting to see the Swiss Alps!
Read more on this little mountain town and you might just make it your next vacation destination.
Grindelwald, Switzerland
Location
The town of Grindelwald is located in the cantor of Berne, which is roughly 2 hours from Zurich. The easiest way to get here is to fly directly into Zurich and catch a train through Interlaken. Renting a car and driving is also an option, though parking in these little mountain towns is difficult and can be costly. Make sure to check if your hotel allows for parking before booking!
Top Interests & Attractions
Grindelwald is a nature-lovers paradise. Full of lush valleys, gorges & waterfalls, there is an almost endless number of places to see and things to do and see here.
Top Sights to See:
Eiger Mountain
Eiger Glacier
Monch Mountain
Aare Gorge
Jungfrau Mountain
Lake Brienz – Turquoise blue lakes
Aletsch Glacier
Bachalpsee – Scenic Mountain Lake
Lauberhorn
Reichenbach Falls
Top Attractions to Visit:
Keline Scheidegg
First Cliff Walk by Tissot – Hiking
Gelmerbahn Funicular – Mountain Rollercoaster (read more about this exciting ride in my article)
Top of Europe – Scenic cablecar ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain (read my article here to learn more)
Männlichen – Scenic Viewpoint
Schynige Platte – scenic ridge
First Fleiger – Alpine Zip Line
My Best Views
Final Thoughts:
Grindelwald is one of my favorite towns in Switzerland. The views alone say it all!
If possible, plan to spend 3-4 days here. This will give you enough time to see the different sights, without having to rush!
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