Lauterbrunnen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Lauterbrunnen featuring a small town or village, a gorge or canyon and a waterfall
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 Jungfraublick Wengen
Hotel Jungfraublick Wengen
3 out of 5
Im Gruebi 1445A, Lauterbrunnen, BE
The price is ₹17,746 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
₹17,746
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, free train station pick-up and a business centre. Popular attractions Mini Golf Wengen and Wengen ...
9/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)
"This was like staying at your grandma’s chalet. PRO’S Clean, functional, basic, and comfy beds CONS: Out dated, tired looking facility and sad appearance to the internal/external grounds. They have a wonderful view. Wish they would invest in outdoor furniture, a few furs/blankets and candles to create ..."

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2024

Hotel Jungfraublick Wengen
Hotel Alpenruh
Hotel Alpenruh
3 out of 5
Schilthornbahn AG, Lauterbrunnen, BE
The price is ₹18,633 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
₹18,633
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (410 reviews)
"Super friendly staff and lovely comfortable small hotel with wonderful views."

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2024

Hotel Alpenruh
Hotel & Spa Silberhorn Wengen
Hotel & Spa Silberhorn Wengen
4 out of 5
Wengiboden 1347, Lauterbrunnen, BE
The price is ₹30,344 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
₹30,344
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (231 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel in one of the most beautiful villages in the world. The property is wonderful and perfectly located."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hotel & Spa Silberhorn Wengen
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 spa holiday home in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Eiger and Jungfraujoch are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (19 reviews)
"Bright, airy, comfortable, great view from the deck, kitchen supplied very well. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 20 Sep 2023

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 WiFi, a full-service spa and breakfast. Popular attractions Mini Golf Wengen and Wengen LWM are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (38 reviews)
"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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