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Grindelwald

What to do.

As keen outdoor enthusiasts ourselves, we can help you get the most out of your stay in Grindelwald and the Jungfrau Region. Take your pick of activities โ€“ from skiing on world-class pistes to day hikes with the Eiger peering over your shoulder, trail running to family adventures and foodie experiences. No matter the season and weather, youโ€™ll find activities to get your pulse racing and mountains that send spirits soaring.

Feel free to ask us for our top tips! This region is close to our hearts and we want to share the best of what Grindelwald and Switzerland has to offer with you.

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Schilthorn

Schilthorn

Schilthorn is your gateway to adventure in the Swiss Alps! Soak in jaw-dropping 360ยฐ views of the Eiger, Mรถnch, and Jungfrau while dining at the iconic Piz Gloriaโ€”the worldโ€™s first revolving restaurant, famously featured in the James Bond film!
Hiking Grindelwald

Hiking

When it comes to hiking in the Jungfrau region, you can't go wrong. Wherever nature lovers turn, they will find perfectly signposted routes: to summits or mountain lakes, into valleys or along streams. Lots of trails right from Boutique Hotel Glacier!
Skiing Jungfrauregion

Ski & Snowboard

Two valleys, three mountain ranges and around 206 kilometres of perfectly prepared pistes. In the Jungfrau ski region snow fans can enjoy activities of all types and be in their element.
Skifahren, Schlitteln und Winterwandern. Aufgenommen im Februar 2022. ยฉDavid Birri

Sledging

No matter what appeals to sledging fans, they will find all their tastes catered for in the Jungfrau region.
Mountain Bike

Mountainbike

Guided mountain bike/E-bike tours for all levels. In winter guided ski tours are also offered.
Paragliding Grindelwald

Paragliding Grindelwald

A fun introduction to paragliding. Soar like an eagle, enjoy the panoramic views and discover the first up currants. Take the gondola ride up to the First mountain where you take off at an altitude of 2150 m.
First Cliff walk Grindelwald

First Cliff Walk

On the lookout platform near the terrace at the Bergrestaurant, you can imagine how this must feel โ€“ including the thrill: The terrace rises 45 metres out into the void. In order to reach it, visitors must first climb to dizzying heights on the west side of the First summit. The Boutique Hotel Glacier is located 1 km away from the cable car station to First Cliff Walk.
First Glider Grindelwald

First Glider

Flying with a bird of prey can be exhilarating. Especially when an eagle called First Glider takes flight. His four "passengers" float through the mountain landscape and enjoy a panoramic view at high speeds.
First Flyer Grindelwald

First Flyer

Air, nothing but air โ€“ above, below, to the right and left: Being on the First Flieger is easy, freedom is limitless and the pace is high. Perfectly secured in the stable harness, up to four persons whiz along the 800 metre long steel cable from First to Schreckfeld at a top speed of 84 kilometres per hour. In some places, they hover approximately 50 metres above the alpine meadows. Fully airborne. Necessary body weight: 35 to 125 kg
Mountain cart Grindelwald First

First Mountain Cart

The mountain cart is a thrill between Schreckfeld and Bort. Going fast and sliding through the corners or slowly and enjoying the spectacular views of the Wetterhorn and Eiger is up to you.
Jungfraujoch, Aletschgletscher Grindelwald, Top of Europe

Jungfraujoch

Standing on the Jungfraujoch 3,454 metres above sea level, you can feel it with your first step: this is a different world. It's one you have to experience.
Grindelwald Glacier Canyon blue net

Glacier Canyon

The Glacier Canyon in Grindelwald is a unique sensory walk through exposed rock galleries and tunnels. One of the highlights of this attraction is the 170 m2 Spiderweb which spans the canyon.
Pfingstegg Fly Line

Pfingstegg Fly Line

Would you like to unwind and enjoy the moment? Then itโ€™s time for a ride with our Fly Line. Enjoy a 2,5 minute flight over 350 meters in distance in breathtaking alpine scenery. The starting and ending point is just below the Pfingstegg gondola mountain station. Thanks to a specially developed lift system, this is the only Fly Line worldwide where you are being brought back to the starting point without having to walk, so you can just enjoy the experience.
toboggan pfingstegg

Pfingstegg Toboggan

Summer toboggan is the unique attraction in Grindelwald and lots of fun for the whole family!
Kayak Zeela

Kayak & Stand-Up

SUP & kayaks for everyone (beginners, advanced and professionals) on Lake Thun. SUP is an ideal and versatile way to increase your speed and stamina through sport and exercise.
Grindelwald Sportzentum indoor rope park

Indoor Rope Park Grindelwald

Visit the largest Indoor Rope Park in Europe and this in any weather! 5 different courses with 40 elements are waiting to be explored!
Lauterbrunnen church and waterfalls

Waterfall Watching

There are many waterfalls in the region, but one you should visit is the Staubbach waterfall in Lauterbrunnen. This is also a great bad weather day program.
minigolf Grindelwald

Minigolf Grindelwald

A beautiful 18-hole minigolf course is located on Grindelwald's main street in the best possible position. Children as well as older visitors will get their money's worth. The course is open from April to October and in good weather it is possible to play from 13am - 7pm. Barbecues are spontaneously held at the bar of the minigolf course.
Trottibike von Bort nach Grindelwald

Trottibike Scooter

You stand upright on a wide footboard and roll along pleasantly even on bumpy surfaces, thanks to the suspension fork and large tyre with tread. Need some speed? The Trottibike is awaits you.
Jan & Zella running Grindelwald

Trail Running

Thanks to the Eiger Ultra Trail, trail-running has gained more and more popularity over the years. The scenic trails of the Jungfrau Region will conquer more hearts.. and legs!
Indoor pool grindelwald Spotzentrum (Hallenbad)

Indoor Swimming Grindelwald

The Sportzentrum offers for all the family: the baby pool, the shallow end for non-swimmers, the deep end with a 1 metre spring board and the terrific slide the "Black Hole!"
Hellbach Grindelwald outdoor swimming pool

Outdoor Swimming Grindelwald

Swim, laze around and splash about at the foot of the Eiger north face. The Hellbach open-air pool is the ideal place to relax and have fun.
Curling Grindelwald Sportzentrum

Indoor Curling Hall

Curling is an attractive and exciting sport that young and old can take part in and enjoy. The game develops both the body and the mind, through movement, concentration and observation that is necessary during the game. As well as fitness, ability, and skill; fairness and team spirit are also required
Trรผmmelbachfรคlle Lauterbrunnen

Trรผmmelbach Falls

With its ten glacial waterfalls inside the mountain, made accessible by tunnel lift, the Trรผmmelbach waterfalls are truly unique in Europe. Trรผmmelbach alone drains the enormous glacial walls of the Eiger (3970m), Mรถnch (4099m) and Jungfrau (4158m) with up to a spectacular 20,000 litres of water per second.
Harder Kulm Interlaken

Harder Kulm

If Interlaken had a king, he would reside on the Harder Kulm. From the viewing platform at 1,322 metres above sea level, he would graciously look down upon Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, or admire the Eiger, Mรถnch, and Jungfrau. In order to visit it, however, you don't need to be a king โ€“ just take a seat in the funicular and ascend Interlaken's own mountain.
Schynigeplatte to Wildersil train

Schynige Platte

When hiking on the Schynige Platte you don't get very far. Every few steps you stop to admire the stars, umbels and bells that bloom on the meadows. Or you can stop to admire the panorama. Everyone starts to slow down the pace. If they have not already done so: in the nostalgic trip on the Schynige Platte Railway or later in the restaurant with its breathtaking view.
Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing

Everyone can snowshoe, it's very simple! One step after another, breathing, being active, fresh mountain air, leaving everyday life behind.
Hanging bridge

Via Ferrata

The little ones don't like the heights? They can still enjoy the advantages of the Alps at the various alpine playground in the surroundings. From Grindelwald center to high
iceclimbing

Ice Climbing

Explore and discover the impressive natural wonders of glacier canyons and deep blue crevasses with a professional guide.
ice skating Grindelwald Sportzentrum

Ice Skating

A place where figure skaters and ice hockey players can prove themselves, and where you can also show what you can do!
Bungy Jumping

Bungy Jumping

The thrill of freefall combined with awesome alpine surroundings is what makes our jumps extra special. A bungy jump is the ultimate adrenaline rush!
Mountaineering Justine

Mountaineering

From far our mountains look wild and jagged and seem unclimbable. Luckily there are a few that can be climbed a lot easier than they appear, these easier peaks you will find under this heading, the "wilder" ones you can find under the heading "Summits". Come and climb a beautiful mountain with us, mountains- maybe the last wilderness areas of Switzerland.
climbing

Climbing

Get to know some of the world's best climbing routes.
Bouldering Grindelwald

Indoor Bouldering

Bouldering is climbing without a rope or belt on boulders or cliffs, or on artificial climbing walls at a height that one can jump down or fall onto a crash pad. Bouldering started as a type of training and has become a recognised sport in the last few years.
JETBOAT Brienzersee

Jet Boat

An exciting boat trip takes you from the Jet-Port in Bรถnigen to the majestic and famous Giessbach Waterfalls. An unforgettable boat tour peppered with impressive scenery, unique driving sensation, the right amount of adrenaline for everyone to fully enjoy, full 360 ยฐ spins and a good portion of yarn!
Thunersee Schifffahrt

Boat Tour

Two lakes - endless experiences - Whether it's a trip as a couple, on your own or with family or friends: there is lots of unique offers ready and waiting for unforgettable moments on Lakes Thun and Brienz.
Alpine playgrounds Grindelwald

Alpine Playgrounds

The little ones don't like the heights? They can still enjoy the advantages of the Alps at the various alpine playground in the surroundings. From Grindelwald center to high
Canyoning

Canyoning

There are few places in the world where you can experience the delights of canyoning. It is so much fun you have to give it a go!
indoorminigolf Wilderswil

Indoor Mini Golf

Omega is the first blacklight 3D minigolf course in the Bernese Alps. 17 unique courses surrounded by neon street art inspired by mountain landscapes and animals await you. The most creative can paint themselves with professional neon body paint that appears to be in 3D before playing. Before, during and after the game, you can enjoy a drink on the course or in the comfortable lounge. At weekends, there are evening and late-night parties. Everything is wheelchair accessible and there is a special wheelchair entrance.
skydive-tandem

Skydiving

From helicopter or airplane... Tandem Skydiving....3, 2, 1 jump!
rafting

River Rafting

Rafting is the classic outdoor adventure! Paddling down a river with the splash of cold water in your face, rafting is always a thrill.
Snowpenair Jungfrauregion

Snowpenair

International stars such as Joe Cocker and Bryan Adams, Swiss institutions such as Polo Hofer and newcomers with potential โ€“ they've all appeared on the stage at Kleine Scheidegg.
Treasurehunt Grindelwald

Treasure Hunt

Chests full of gold and diamonds, boundless wealth, fame and honour - who hasn't dreamed of finding a treasure trove? Every year on the last weekend of the winter season, the dream becomes reality and the First mountain station becomes an Eldorado for treasure hunters.
Bumblebee Paraglider

Hangliding Bumblebee Interlaken

Hangliding in one of the worlds pristine travel locations. You take off high above town, taking in the stunning views of the Alps and lakes of the Jungfrau region. Landing in town center completes your flying journey.
Ballenber Museum Brienz

Ballenberg Museum

A stroll through the centuries An exciting journey through the past with more than 100 original, century-old buildings from all parts of Switzerland. Look over the shoulder of the blacksmith when he is working in the forge, learn how cheese is made or find out about the multifaceted animal world. Relax in our flower and scented gardens or follow in historic footsteps during a carriage ride. Ballenberg โ€“ a unique experience!
Funky Chocholate Club Interlaken

Chocolate Workshop

Hands-on workshops to make your own Swiss Chocolates at the Funky Chocolate Club in Interlaken. Great fun for young and a bit older kids.
Waterfalls beatus caves

St. Beatus Caves

Release the dragon! Hunted by St Beat, a 6th century monk, the story goes that the mythological creature took shelter in this this extraordinary geological site โ€“ St Beatus Caves, next to the the lakes of Interlaken
Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Glacier Grindelwald

Grindelwald Museum

All you need to know about Grindelwald's history. Learn more about the ice harvesting that took place till 1916.
stockhorn Gondola

Stockhorn

Visit the hiking paradise Stockhorn. Stockhorn is a family friendly destination with well marked trails and breathtaking views.
Key and stones with Japanese symbols

Mystery Room

With the Live Escape Game in Interlaken, Mystery Rooms offers a thrill-packed activity for bad weather and cool evenings, or simply a fun way to push your brain to new limits.
niesen red train

Niesen

The Niesen (2362 meters) offers a great amount of hiking paths in a beautiful alpine world.Witness this beauty yourself and combine your hike with an ambient train ride to the top of the mountain where you can visit the remodeled mountain lodge.
Kambly picture with children

Kambly

Dive into the world of Kambly at the centre of the idyllic Emmental Valley. A visit to the Kambly Experience is a great day out for the whole family. Take your pick of over 100 varieties of biscuits. Here you will find a great selection of exclusive and seasonal Kambly specialities suitable for any occasion.
Cailler-Chocolate-Workshop

Cailler Chocolate Experience

Switzerlandโ€™s favourite chocolate experience. Discover the oldest existing Swiss chocolate brand.
Heidi photo chalet

Heidiโ€™s Photo Chalet

A visit to Heidi's Photo Chalet is a unique and unforgettable experience that offers you a lasting memory of your travels in Switzerland or your event in Interlaken. It is the one and only Swiss photo studio in Interlaken, offering a moment of photographic pleasure for families, couples, events and parties thanks to green screen technology.
golf

Golfclub Interlaken Unterseen

The world-famous Alpine panorama provides a breathtaking backdrop for the Interlaken-Unterseen Golf Club course, nestling between Lakes Thun and Brienz. The location, the mostly level terrain and mild climate offer an invitation to great golf in the Bernese Oberland.
Golfball Grindelwald hole 9

Golf Club Thunersee

Beautiful 36 hole golf course located in Thun.
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The Glacier is a boutique collection of hotels, restaurants, and accommodations, including Boutique Hotel Glacier, Grindelhomes and Grindellodge, located in the Grindelwald, Switzerland. Privately owned, we are dedicated to offering our guests an exceptional experience that blends modern luxury with the warm, inviting spirit of alpine hospitality.

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