Lauterbrunnen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lauterbrunnen featuring heritage elements and street scenes
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Lauterbrunnen featuring a hotel
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Lauterbrunnen which includes a house and flowers

Between powerful waterfalls, charming alpine villages and towering mountain peaks, everything about this Swiss valley in the Bernese Alps is unforgettable.

Lauterbrunnen is a place of awesome natural scenery. The picturesque valley is bordered by the towering peaks of Drattehorn, Butlasse, Jungfrau and the Eiger. Explore flowering meadows and alpine villages, ski through the snow-capped Bernese Alps and witness the powerful cascades of spectacular waterfalls. 

Lauterbrunnen’s name translates as “many fountains” in German, alluding to the 72 waterfalls scattered throughout the alpine area. Hike to the Staubbach Falls, which sends water cascading down a drop of almost 1,000 feet (305 metres). Walk through tunnels and walkways to get to the Trummelbach Falls. These are subterranean waterfalls tucked inside a mountain.

You don’t have to be a rock climber or experienced hiker to reach some of the area’s mountainous heights. Go on a train ride up to the Jungfraujoch. Your journey will take you through miles of tunnels that have been cut into mountains. The end of the line is the highest railway station in Europe, situated at 11,332 feet (3,454 metres) above sea level. While you are here, admire the mountain views from the observation deck of the Sphinx Observatory and visit the ice palace. 

Another mountaintop must-see is the Schilthorn. Take a series of cable cars to the summit and dine in the revolving restaurant. The Schilthorn was a location in the 1969 James Bond movie On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.

No matter when you visit Lauterbrunnen, there are always lots of outdoor pursuits to enjoy. During the winter, ski on its miles of slopes and along cross-country trails, go on toboggan runs and travel along winter hiking routes. In the summer, hike or bike numerous trails that wind through the valley. 

Sail across Lake Thun and try water skiing on Lake Brienz. Then explore their attractive lakeside villages. At Lake Thun, tour the medieval Oberhofen Castle and its park which sit by the water's edge.

Reach Lauterbrunnen by flying into the international airport at Bern, approximately 41 miles (66 kilometres away). Make the rest of the journey by car. Stay in traditional alpine villas with gorgeous lake and mountain views.

Hotel Mürren Palace

Hotel Mürren Palace

4.5 out of 5
1086 Höhenmatte, Mürren, BE
The price is ₹35,450 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹35,450
₹37,999 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 indoor pools. Popular attractions Jungfrau and Jungfraujoch are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"One of best hotels we have ever been stayed! The hotel deserves 5 star rating! The view is breathtakingly beautiful"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hotel Mürren Palace
Hotel Regina Wengen

Hotel Regina Wengen

4 out of 5
Dorfstrasse 1, Lauterbrunnen, BE
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (200 reviews)
"Loved the view from my balcony, proximity to the train station and Coop. Breakfast at the hotel was excellent! Staff were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Hotel Regina Wengen
Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel

Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, BE
The price is ₹21,558 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
₹21,558
₹23,511 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (655 reviews)
"Liked it"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Haus Bel Air

Haus Bel Air

3 out of 5
Gruebi District, Lauterbrunnen, BE
Stay at this 3-star ski holiday home in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Eiger and Jungfraujoch are located ...
"Quaint, comfy apartment right in the middle of everything. Not far from train station and shops. Next door to fine dining (1903) and great pizza joint (La Sina)"

Reviewed on 11 Sep 2024

Haus Bel Air
Chalet Miravalle

Chalet Miravalle

3 out of 5
Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, BE
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eiger and Jungfraujoch ...
"Older property, simple condo type room."

Reviewed on 14 Sep 2022

Chalet Miravalle
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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