Lauterbrunnen is a steep-sided valley in the Bernese Oberland with dozens of waterfalls and cliff-top villages. It is easy to reach from Interlaken and works as a base or as a half-day stop. Operating times and conditions change, so check locally.
Getting there
A regular train runs from Interlaken Ost to Lauterbrunnen in under half an hour. From there, mountain railways and cable cars lead to Wengen, Mürren and other higher points.
What to do
- Walk the valley floor to Staubbach Falls and beyond.
- Visit Trümmelbach Falls, a series of glacier-fed waterfalls inside the mountain, usually seasonal.
- Take a mountain train to Wengen or Mürren for views across the valley.
Combine with
See Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn and Mürren and the Jungfrau region hiking guide. Check mountain weather before you go.
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