Hiking

High above Grindelwald at the foot of the Mettenberg

Beautifully laid out high-level trail with magnificent views. A gentle ascent and descent on a good hiking trail takes you to the Milchbach restaurant. You cross the unique Breitlouwina rock paradise. After a short descent you reach the Hotel Wetterhorn with bus stop.

High above Grindelwald, at the foot of the impressive Mettenberg, this varied mountain trail leads down to Hotel Wetterhorn. The route is mostly downhill and includes some exciting sections – including the spectacular Breitlouwina Tunnel. Sure-footedness and sturdy footwear are essential. Caution: Do not stop in areas at risk of falling rocks!

The hike from Pfingstegg to Bäregg is not only scenic but also educational. At seven locations, you will learn how the spectacular rockfall on the Eiger came about, why the resulting glacial lake poses a danger and how the image of a mountain hut on the precipice came to symbolise the potentially dramatic consequences of climate change in Europe. The hike takes approximately 2.5–3 hours round trip from Pfingstegg.

The most direct route back to the valley leads steeply downhill via Weid to Grindelwald. The short but challenging route takes a maximum of 1 hour and requires good footwear. Ideal for experienced hikers who want to return to the village quickly - with beautiful views included.

The descent via Sulz follows a winding forest road from Pfingstegg down to Grindelwald. The route leads through a varied landscape of open pastures and shady mountain forest, with the impressive north face of the Wetterhorn towering in the background. A few slightly steeper and occasionally rocky sections add some variety – hiking poles can be helpful here.

For experienced families, the trail is also manageable with an all-terrain stroller, although a bit of effort may be required to push or hold it on a few steeper parts.

This short but steep hike leads from Pfingstegg via the historic marble quarry back down into the valley to Grindelwald. In around 1 hour, a varied descent awaits you with beautiful views and exciting insights into the past of rock quarrying. Good footwear recommended!

From Pfingstegg, this short but challenging descent takes you along a lesser-known mountain trail through the idyllic Flielewald back to Grindelwald. In about an hour of walking time, you can expect varied forest sections, impressive views into the valley, and a beautiful mountain panorama. The path is steep in places and requires some sure-footedness – so good footwear is essential.

The ascent to the Schreckhornhut follows the Lower Grindelwald Glacier and is a blue-marked alpine hiking trail (T4). Experience, sure-footedness, and a head for heights are prerequisites.

From Bäregg, follow the white-blue-white marked path via Bänisegg. Rocky sections with steps and chains, a stream crossing at Rots Gufer, and secured sections characterize the path. Via Schwarzegg (hut ruins from 1877), you reach the Schreckhornhut.

Extra caution is advised in wet conditions. Good planning and equipment are essential.