Lauterbrunnen

Travel Guide
Lauterbrunnen featuring heritage elements and street scenes
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Lauterbrunnen showing a hotel
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Lauterbrunnen showing 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 meters). 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 meters) 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 kilometers away). Make the rest of the journey by car. Stay in traditional alpine villas with gorgeous lake and mountain views.

Arenas Resort Victoria-Lauberhorn
Arenas Resort Victoria-Lauberhorn
3 out of 5
Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, BE
The price is HK$1,713 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
HK$1,713
HK$1,838 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (574 reviews)
"Staff was excellent"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Arenas Resort Victoria-Lauberhorn
Hotel Jungfraublick Wengen
Hotel Jungfraublick Wengen
3 out of 5
Im Gruebi 1445A, Wengen, BE
The price is HK$1,651 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
HK$1,651
HK$1,790 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, free train station pick-up, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (355 reviews)
"The area is just like paradise so most hotels will make you feel like that, I believe. Breakfast was very good, the views from hotel were stunning, close enough and to main street and train station with complimentary ride which was convenient with luggage. Staff was super nice!"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2024

Hotel Jungfraublick Wengen
Hotel Silberhorn - Residences & Spa Wengen
Hotel Silberhorn - Residences & Spa Wengen
4 out of 5
Wengiboden 1347, Lauterbrunnen, BE
The price is HK$2,282 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
HK$2,282
HK$2,429 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (289 reviews)
Nice stay- close to train station
"Great stay! All the staff were friendly. Nice view. My only complaint it was far too warm in the room and too hard to sleep with the down comforters. Also the hot tub/jacuzzi lukewarm. Breakfast was fantastic."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Hotel Silberhorn - Residences & Spa 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 ski vacation home in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Eiger and Jungfraujoch are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
"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
Stunning ski & walking chalet with outstanding views and staycation ready
Stunning ski & walking chalet with outstanding views and staycation ready
Lauterbrunnen
Stay at this chalet in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Eiger and Jungfraujoch are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
The Views Are Unparralelled
"Everything was perfect about the property, centrally located, quiet, easy to get around and beautiful place and views. Getting there was a little challenging and the communication wasn’t timely. The coordinates given wouldn’t pinpoint the location and there was not any other information given. Luckily ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2024

Stunning ski & walking chalet with outstanding views and staycation ready
(Holiday apartment Vreneli) Chalet in the Gässli, 1- 3 persons
(Holiday apartment Vreneli) Chalet in the Gässli, 1- 3 persons
Lauterbrunnen
Stay at this condo in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Jungfrau and Jungfraujoch are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Great value in Lauterbrunnen
"We stayed with 3 people (me, my husband and 18 year old son) for 3 nights in July. It is a cozy little space and a great value for the money right in the heart of Lauterbrunnen. The accommodations were as described but there are a few things that I wish the description would have included. First, ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2024

(Holiday apartment Vreneli) Chalet in the Gässli, 1- 3 persons
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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