On the mountain

Ski area

Before becoming overly alarmed, or possibly excited, at the prospect of skiing the Eiger, rest assured that the region’s skiing is as benign as its peaks are fearsome: you don’t take skis anywhere near the biggest mountains unless setting off with a guide on a big ski tour to the south. more...

Lift system

In typical Swiss style, little red trains grind up improbably steep slopes to reach spectacular tourist viewpoints from all three villages. This looks charming and can be an enjoyable ride if you get a window seat, but it’s not a quick way up the mountain. more...

Ski schools & guiding

Ideal terrain and picture postcard ambience make Grindelwald a good choice for learners and improvers.
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Advanced

The Jungfrau region is not noted for tough skiing though there are several exceptions to the rule. There are also worthy off piste excursions, including a day tour starting from the Jungfraujoch which takes in Switzerland’s most magnificent scenery and returns, many miles later, by train from the far side of the Bernese Oberland. more...

Intermediate

Most of the ski area is perfect for intermediates, with variety and easier options if a run looks too challenging. Officially around half of the terrain is suited to intermediates though in practice it feels like more - the easiest runs that would otherwise be beginner-only are in fact great journeys through the stunning landscape and suit anyone, regardless of their ability. more...

Beginner

There’s a strong argument for learning to ski here. As well as excellent slopes to graduate to once the basics are mastered, there’s everything else to make you come back for more: that view, the ambience, and charming cafes and restaurants to relax in. more...

Boarding & freestyle

All the areas are boarder friendly, without serious traverses, though the Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen has a few meandering trails which are not ideal; there are some draglifts, but far more chairs and gondolas, and easiest of all (though slow), the trains. more...

Mountain restaurants

Grindelwald and Wengen have 27 mountain restaurants in all, with a fair mix of business-like but good quality places and also rustic spots which fit the relaxed mood of the skiing. more...

Ski Map

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Off the mountain

Village

This is a classic Swiss mountain town, surrounded by authentic-looking alpine farms and chalets. The village centre's hotels, shopping and restaurants line the main road while smaller traditional chalets and hotels spread up the hill to the north of town. more...

 

Accommodation

The resort has 43 hotels, most of them family run and of typical Swiss quality. more...

 

Après ski

The bars at Kleine Scheidegg, including the rocking teepee tent, and the Lauberhorn bar by the start of the downhill are the main on-mountain spots, with the prospect of the long descent, either to Grindelwald or Wengen at the end of play. more...

 

Other activities

Grindelwald also has a good range of other activities, including the facilities at the big sports hall in the centre of town. more...

 

Getting there

The valley is easy to reach by train or car. Grindelwald is the most straightforward of the lot, with full access by road (though limited parking). more...