7 Easy Hikes in the Jungfrau Region | Hiking in Switzerland | Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Want to fit each of these hikes into your next trip to the Swiss Alps? We've done the work for you! Check out Switzerland itinerary HERE: aplinsinthealps.com/guides/1-week-guide-to-the-jungfrau-region/

[@ohnomrugetme]

Fantastic and thank you for posting this, It's invaluable to any newcomers to Switzerland.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

We're so glad to hear you liked the video and agree that it's helpful for other travelers!

[@ems9097]

hi guys just wanted to say THANK YOU for this amazing, concise and informative video. much needed from someone trying to plan their first ever Switzerland trip and is feeling abit overwhelmed with information!!

[@AplinsintheAlps]

We're so glad to hear that you liked the video AND that is was helpful! We hope you have a wonderful time on your first Swiss vacation!

[@HappyTraveler9149]

I just came back from the Jungfrau region and Zermatt. Thanks to your videos and itineraries I felt super prepared and my trip was everything I could have wanted. These hikes were great! And even though you call them “easy” they definitely were not “lame”. Thank you!

[@AplinsintheAlps]

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[@zain22022]

Thanks!

[@AplinsintheAlps]

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[@davidkelly9932]

Oh guys, you just keep on giving! Thank you for another informative vid.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

So glad you liked it! Thanks for letting us know:)

[@mountainlover830]

What a great resource! Loved that you showed a topographical map along with your description of the trails and actual video so one can see the views.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

That was our hope, to give you lots of info so you truly get a feel for the hike. Thanks for the encouragement! 😊

[@aditikule2482]

@@AplinsintheAlps its great.. I don't know when I would be able to visit the place.. But I love to be filled with informations❤️

[@nirukshidavid2331]

I wanted to thank you for this video.. this really helped me to choose the best hike suited for me and my family 😊

[@AplinsintheAlps]

We're so glad to hear that! Which hike did you end up choosing?

[@cosminruseaa]

Amazing place. Went on easter weekend and your videos helped a lot.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Wonderful! That sounds lovely, and we’re so glad our videos helped plan your trip!

[@kennishimoto504]

Did the Grindelwald hike to the lake today and everything is covered in snow. Quite a spectacular adventure still.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

You must be talking about the one from Grindelwald First to Bachalpsee?! That is probably beautiful in the sparkling snow!

[@joeyemerace6553]

These videos are just in time for my trip to Brienz this summer! I think I’ll get your week guide as well to help with all those train times and technicalities ! Thanks guys

[@AplinsintheAlps]

So glad these videos are helping you make the most of your time here in Switzerland! Our guides can definitely help with all the little details:)

[@gretchenandrickfountain7320]

Not me obsessively watching your videos and trying to plan our June trip to include the best and most doable things. :) We are in Wengen for three nights.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Ha! We hope your getting some good information and are feeling confident about your upcoming trip!

[@WereintheRockies]

Love! Can't wait to hike the one with the self service huts. (love the titles as well!)

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Awesome! That’s a great trail 😊 Tip: most of those huts are only open on weekends and are cash only! 👍

[@nupursingh1686]

Thank you for another informative video. Very helpful for planning my upcoming visit to Switzerland. Question on the Northface hike, would you need hiking poles for it?

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Hi there! Hiking poles are such a personal choice that it's hard to recommend one way or the other. But in general, we'd say the official northface trail can be enjoyed without hiking poles, but you might really appreciate having them if you decide to visit the Sprutz Waterfall and continue down to Gimmelwald from there!

[@ManhwaInfinite]

subscribed!!! i’m in switzerland right now and this will help a lot 🤞🏽🙏🏽

[@AplinsintheAlps]

We’re happy to have you and happy to help! Hopefully you’re enjoying your time here in Switzerland!

[@CambodiaNomadTips]

Been there many times. Wonderful place.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

We agree, it’s an amazing area!!

[@AnnaBerger-d2k]

This is so helpful, thank you! We can't wait to check out these hikes on our trip this summer. Do you have a recommendation for what boat cruise company to use on Lake Brienz?

[@maridolvi3723]

Thank you so much, very informative

[@AplinsintheAlps]

You're welcome!

[@lhassozeeaye3631]

My wife and I will be traveling to Switzerland next week for our Honeymoon and I’ve been watching your videos every single day! I’m so happy you posted this video.❤ My wife and I plan on hiking Christmas Day somewhere in the Jungfrau region. We’re staying by Interlaken. Do you have any suggestions on which hike would be the best to spend Christmas Day?

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Congratulations! If you want the full Winter experience, there are groomed hiking trails (in the snow) up in the mountains. An amazing one is from Grütschalp to Mürren, which is also one of our favorite villages in the area. Enjoy your honeymoon!

[@sawright63]

Thanks for all the tips. You should put a cavity in the first hike though, to the alpine lake. It's only 10-15 minutes up hill if you're young 😅

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Ha! I guess hiking times can be dependent on age;) How did your hike go?

[@sawright63]

@AplinsintheAlps we did the whole thing, but when we finally arrived at the lake, it was still frozen over 😥. I was wondering when the closer we got, the colder and more snow we saw. So the blanket we brought for our picnic was used to keep us warm 🤣

[@Rolls1866]

Beautiful views 😍

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Right?! It’s hard to resist those lovely views!

[@maryabreu6924]

I took notes !! Thanks for the info

[@AplinsintheAlps]

So glad you took notes. ✍️ We hope you get to enjoy some of these hikes when you’re in the area!

[@titobosco]

amazing!!!!

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Thanks! Glad you like it:)

[@teiktogo7555]

Your video was so fun and interesting, love it. We did Mönchsjoch Hut walk last year, a bit challenging, many time we were thinking should we continue or not, but luckily we didn’t. It was one a lifetime experience we wouldn’t want to miss😂 This Oct we will try the Royal walk from Mannlichen

[@AplinsintheAlps]

So glad you didn’t up on that hike! It feels tough because of the altitude, but it’s very manageable. And oh goodness, you will LOVE the views from Männlichen this autumn!!

[@teiktogo7555]

Actually we made it to the hut. We just didn’t go inside the hut because the path was slippery. But y r absolutely right, the view was amazing

[@MrGreatplum]

I feel like I’m looking at some Friends episodes - “the one with” 😂 Seriously though, these walks are all excellent suggestions - the one in murren is definitely on my list!

[@em4steam896]

Great video! Very helpful! Your channel is one of my favorites! Are all these hikes open in late May?

[@AplinsintheAlps]

That’s a big compliment, thank you so much!! 😊 Unfortunately that’s not a yes/no answer. These trails are open in the summer season, although their opening time totally depends on the snow. So there’s a chance they’re open in late May if there wasn’t a late snow/snowy winter. But we’ve seen them covered in some snow as late as Mid-June.

[@ngyys7233]

Great videos guys! Just checking which of these will be open in mid to end Nov? Cheers!

[@sellingegypt]

hello Guys your videos is very helpful and i love it is there any videos for night activities or what to do at night in switzerland ??

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Thank you for your compliments! The cities (Zurich, Geneva, Bern) have the usual night life of bars and restaurants, but there is not a lot of night life activity outside of the cities.

[@aerialrescuesolutions3277]

Another awesome video, thank you. Is the Top of Europe pass no more? The website shows it as still available, but will it still be available in September? Thank you, Jim

[@weilinwill]

Thanks for the great video! We'll be traveling in this region for the first time with our one year old girl in June. Just wondering which of these trails you mentioned are stroller friendly?😅

[@mountainlover830]

Hi, William. I’ve been on many of these hikes-and you can get a pretty good idea of which ones are kid/stroller friendly by looking at their video clips, but for sure the following are: #3 “The One for Everyone”. This Mannlichen ridge hike is known locally as “The granny hike” as it is fully paved and if you’re going from the Wengen end to Kleine Scheidigg it’s very gradually downhill. (Two things to note: at the top if coming from Wengen you turn left for the Royal Walk that goes to the crown looking platform. While it’s paved except for the last 45 meters it is steep; the last 45 meters is rocky path with some steps. Turn right for the Mannlichen Ridge hike but know that if you go all the way to Kleine Scheidigg and you haven’t bought the mountain excursion tickets there’s an extra fare above the Swiss Travel Pass ticket. You can always walk halfway and turn around.) #5 “The One with the self service huts” isn’t stroller friendly but there’s an alternate one from the end of Murren to Gimmelwald that is. It’s fully paved, downhill, and there are self serve shops in Gimmelwald and lovely views along the way. #7 “The one through the glacial valley” is perfectly flat, paved, and lovely, also with a few self serve stops along the way. The bus also runs the length with a few stops in case you get tired of pushing the stroller.

[@weilinwill]

@@mountainlover830 WOW Laura, thanks so much for the insights! We can already imagine ourselves on these trails!😁

[@mountainlover830]

Have fun, William!

[@GlobetrotterGranny]

Jana, I would love to get your recommendations for hiking shoes. I’ve noticed your shoes often, and I have feet that are “less than” the best. Would love to know which shoes you recommend and where you typically get them.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Great question! I personally love a trail tennis shoe instead of a hiking boot. They’re essentially hiking boots minus the ankle height and are typically lighter. I’ve worn Brooks trail shoes before, love them. Now I’m trying Solomon trail shoes, and I also love them! They’re breathable in summer yet warm in cool temps, water resistant, and stretchy laces. Here’s a link you the ones I have (although I usually try them on first at REI) www.amazon.com/dp/B081KGMJ5Q?tag=thegroshe06-20,aps,168&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=thegroshe06-20&linkId=78020e4466c46b1c58502a0729b1a4d7&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[@GlobetrotterGranny]

@@AplinsintheAlps wow! Thank you so much!!! I will definitely check these out. Most appreciated.

[@shahbazisina]

@@AplinsintheAlps Thank you Jana for sharing your experience. Since I am now in Switzerland and I am interested to do some hikes (although it is not the best time to start), can you please tell me your experience for wearing the trail running shoes, Brett? Thanks!

[@woonhunteo9598]

which of these hikes are open at the end of November ?

[@AplinsintheAlps]

It's really hard to say because the weather conditions change from year to year. But the walk through Lauterbrunnen Valley as well as the one along Lake Brienz should be accessible (for the most part) year round.

[@MallikaMathur16]

Hi Jana, hope you guys are doing well!! I’m going to Switzerland for the first time this September, and your channel has been so helpful for planning! I was wondering, would you recommend getting waterproof shoes for Switzerland in September? Or would non-waterproof trail runners work? Thanks!!

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Hi there! We both have trail running shoes that are not waterproof. They definitely wouldn't keep us dry in a downpour, but we're happy with what we have!

[@MallikaMathur16]

@@AplinsintheAlps awesome, thank you!!

[@hyeunsukyun2060]

when you post these times and distance, is it roundtrip or one way?

[@AplinsintheAlps]

It depends on the hike. Most are one way, but we mention when they're "out and back." For example, the hikes to Bachalpsee (starts and ends at Grindelwald First), to Oberberghorn (starts and ends at Schynige Platte), and to the Mönchsjochhütte (starts and ends at Jungfraujoch) are roundtrip.

[@515aleon]

I have a question for you. My sister is an ex-ex pat in Switzerland. She says this is her favorite hike in Switzerland (can't recall right off how long she's been there). Have you done this one? I'm referring to the All trails and it's called the Murren-Grutshalp trail. It's considered moderate on Alltrails but thats because it depends on which direction you go, because there is a more downhill and a more uphill route, It says 2,8 miles (4.5 km), I'm an experienced, though older hiker. She says it gives you a little of everything. (I'm going on a European alps tour and it is a sort of plan your own activities thing, and I'm staying in Wengen.)

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Hi there! This is absolutely doable and is considered an easier hiking trail in the area. The best way is definitely to go uphill (from Grütschalp to Mürren) because you'll be facing the mountains the whole time. But you only gain about 500 feet in elevation over those 4.5 km.

[@515aleon]

@@AplinsintheAlps That's good because if I don't take my sister's recommendation, I might be in trouble. Another thing someone mentioned elsewhere is sort of downhill walk into Grindlewald. Have you done this? They said it was easy and beautiful. I'm leaving in two weeks, btw.

[@jimmysoutherland5959]

Hello! I’ve enjoyed watching all your videos while planning my upcoming trip to Switzerland. I have a hiking question…..have you two hiked Schynige Platte to First (or vice versa)? It’s a long hike and I am curious if most of the dramatic scenery was in the Schynige Platte portion, or if you recommend doing the whole trek, as it takes all day.

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Hello! Thanks for watching our videos to help you plan for your trip! Yes, we have hiked from Schynige Platte to First. Honestly there is such variation along the whole trail, and great views if you opt to go up to the Faulhorn (which we did!) and then descending to Bachalpsee. It’s about 6 hours with 2 mountain restaurants along the way. But you could also just hike around Schynige Platte one day, and then hike to Bachalpsee another day if 6 hours is too long for your preference.

[@prafulljadhav4790]

Thanks for such a informative video :) Can we do these in first week of June? would there be lush greenery or chances of snow as well?

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Hi there! Most of these should be clear of snow once June arrives, but that totally depends on the amount of snowfall in late Spring. Hope you get to hike all of these!!

[@prafulljadhav4790]

@@AplinsintheAlps Thank you :)

[@AplinsintheAlps]

You're welcome!

[@asmrtomoe2203]

For the Jungfraujoch part, what pants you all wore? Does it need to be a waterproof one?

[@AplinsintheAlps]

We just wore regular pants, they don’t need to be waterproof. But water resistant shoes or a fresh pair of socks are a good idea!

[@rohitgujral8451]

Please share information about cameras used

[@hardvelocity]

how to do the mannlichen royal walk (The one for everyone) from grindelwald? Is the travel covered under swiss pass? Or do additional tickets need to be purchased ?

[@lauraezell7723]

The Swiss Travel Pass will give you a 50% discount on the Gondola from Wengen or Grindelwald to the Mannlichen. At the top of the gondola you go left for the Royal Walk or right for the walk along the Mannlichen ridge to Kleine Scheidigg. It's a gorgeous walk to Kleine Scheidigg with the Eiger staring you in the face BUT once you reach Kleine Scheidigg all trains are extra fare. Your STP will cover some of the train fare back to Wengen or Grindelwald but you will need to supplement the ticket (the STP gives a 25% fare reduction). To avoid extra fare you can hike down the mountain to either town or back to the gondola stop. The STP gives you a 25% reduction on the new cable car from Grindelwald to Kleine Scheidigg/Eiger Gletscher.

[@Blackandblue200]

Are the trails open in April?

[@lianneclarke887]

I go 22nd and wanted to do as many as possible but it’s giving 30 degree heat which il struggle in

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Our best advice is to go at the pace you can and just enjoy whatever you can fit in during that time. We hope you have a wonderful trip!

[@lesliethompson1473]

Hi Jana! Hope you guys are doing great! We are going to Grindelwald in September for the first time. Would you mind if I ask what brand that plum colored coat it is that you wear? Also, your favorite shoes for hiking. My greatest worry is getting cold. Thanks so much! I joined the group on Facebook so if you prefer you can message. I truly appreciate it!

[@audiotomb]

I can’t rate this high enough 11+

[@AplinsintheAlps]

You’re so kind, thank you SO much! 😊 We’re glad you found it super helpful!

[@audiotomb]

The Jungfrau guide you put together is well worth the cost

[@asmrtomoe2203]

Actually I saw you never fully cover your legs during the Jungfraujoch walk to the hut. Isn't the place very cold and full of snow around you? I deciding what pants to wear there actually

[@AplinsintheAlps]

You’re so observant! 🤓I always prefer cropped pants, but yes it is cold up there. I had on wool socks that I pulled up when I got cold. However the sun on the snow made it feel much warmer, combined with hiking, so I was fine in cropped pants and my coat unzipped. (But I was fully bundled up in the ice caves!!!)

[@psychologicalvlog3292]

Can you get these places by train?

[@AplinsintheAlps]

All of these are accessible by public transportation-trains, buses, boats, cable cars, etc.

[@psychologicalvlog3292]

Thank so much for your reply I appreciate you.

[@ErinMarie20]

Just a heads up for anyone traveling this summer. Unfortunately Schynige Platte is closed until July 1st. I'm so bummed to miss this hike!

[@AplinsintheAlps]

We think they must be doing maintenance because that’s quite late for the season!

[@AllanKunda-mp5xs]

Serious! Bummer, that was on our plans when we are in Grindelwald June 12 to the 15th. Looks like we have to hit one of the other 6 trails on this video. Awesome job by the way on the videos! We are watching quite a few every day and many more than once.

[@AlpineHimaliyas]

👍

[@AplinsintheAlps]

So glad you enjoyed this! 😊

[@milespalero]

Are there any bathrooms along this hikes? 🤭

[@AplinsintheAlps]

All of the stations where you start/end the hikes have toilets!

[@mrsleannejh]

Looks like some of the “Easy hikes”, are not😢

[@AplinsintheAlps]

Well, they are not easy walks or strolls, but they are considered to be beginner friendly hikes!

[@nasirnakagawa868]

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