Can you get to Grindelwald by train?

Can you get to Grindelwald by train? How to Reach By Rail. It's possible to get international train connections to Interlaken-Ost and from there, you have to change trains to the BOB (Berner Oberland Bahn)-train which will take you to Grindelwald. It takes around 35 minutes to reach Grindelwald from Interlaken.

Can you walk from Grindelwald to First?

You do however need to buy a cable car ticket to reach First mountain station, or hike up from Grindelwald to First. The trail is via the Eiger Ultra Trail and is a pretty much straight uphill hike for 7.4 km.

What is the best way to reach Grindelwald?

Grindelwald is a village and has no direct airport access. The nearest international airport is Zurich and once you land here, it takes around 2.5 hours to reach Grindelwald by car and around 3 hours by train. The airport in Basel is also often used to reach Grindelwald and it takes around 3 hours to travel from there.

How long is the cable car ride from Grindelwald to first?

On the sunny side of the Grindelwald valley, the gondola lift runs from the glacier village of Grindelwald towards First, at 2168 m above sea level. During the 25-minute ride you're guaranteed a breathtaking view of the mountain landscape.

Is the train from Zurich to Grindelwald scenic?

Day trip from Zurich to Grindelwald and Interlaken It includes a scenic rail journey between Grindelwald and Interlaken. You'll see the peaks of the Mönch, Jungfrau and Eiger, and shop for Swiss goods in the Bernese Oberland. There's also free time in Grindelwald included to spend as you wish.

Can I use Swiss travel pass to Grindelwald?

Grindelwald First with the Swiss Travel Pass If you're holding a Swiss Travel Pass, your cable car journey from Grindelwald to First would be at a 50% discounted price. Activities must be paid for individually over and above the cable car ticket and can be chosen from.

How many days do you need in Grindelwald Switzerland?

How many days do you need in Grindelwald? If you're planning a trip to Grindelwald, Switzerland, I recommend spending 1-2 days there. In 1-2 days, you can have fun at Grindelwald-First, enjoy the stunning Swiss Alps, take a scenic train ride and visit popular attractions such as the Jungfraujoch or the Eiger Trail.

Can I do Interlaken and Grindelwald in one day?

TIP: If you only have one day for Interlaken and don't know where to start or don't feel like planning everything, there are also nice day tours that you can consider instead. The most popular tours depart either from Zurich or from Lucerne and visit Interlaken and Grindelwald on the same day.

Can you do Jungfraujoch and Grindelwald in one day?

You can get to the top of Switzerland's Jungfrau mountain in one of the most scenic journeys of your entire Swiss visit, while on the same big day you can find time for several easy hikes and scenic rides by train and cable car, enjoying some of the world's finest sights, walking Grindelwald's glacier gulch, and ...

Can you do a day trip from Zurich to Grindelwald?

Experience. Explore the idyllic Bernese Oberland and magnificent Jungfrau mountain region on a full-day tour from Zurich. The day includes free time to explore the famous mountain resorts of Grindelwald and Interlaken, located between 2 lakes.

Is it better to stay in Interlaken or Grindelwald?

The choice is yours! Interlaken is more like a transport hub and it's also a larger town so it has more choices of shops and restaurants just to browse. Grindelwald is a scenic village (still with enough restaurants and some shopping) that is much more scenic than Interlaken.

Is Interlaken to Grindelwald included in Swiss Pass?

The Jungfrau 'Top of Europe' requires a surcharge and in the high season a seat reservation (5 CHF) might be required. Swiss Travel Pass gives you a 100% Discount for the journey from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen/Wengen and Grindelwald.

What is the most beautiful train ride in the world Switzerland?

Glacier Express Topping our list is none other than the Glacier Express, probably the most iconic and luxurious scenic Swiss rail journey.