Itineraries
Highlights away from the slopes
Winter hiking, sledging, relaxing at the spa or snowshoeing - the Jungfrau Region offers a wide variety of winter activities for the whole family, even without skiing.
Discover various winter activities and the highlights of the region on this 5-day tour.
Day 1: A pleasant winter hike and plenty of action
The first day starts in Grindelwald, where the First Aerial Cableway takes you up to Grindelwald First in just under half an hour. Grindelwald First is the starting point for the leisurely and varied winter hike to Bachalpsee.
After a short ascent, there are gentle ups and downs until you finally reach Bachalpsee after about an hour. After a short break to linger and enjoy the view, the same route takes you back up to First.
After lunch at Berggasthaus First, the Cliff Walk awaits you - a viewing platform that reaches out 45 metres into the void. Pure thrills!
But there's even more adrenaline waiting for you: with the ‘First Flyer’, you'll hurtle down the 800-metre steel cable from First to Schreckfeld, perfectly secured in a sturdy harness.
From Schreckfeld, the ‘First Glider’ takes you on its journey. Four people at a time can first be pulled backwards up to First with the ‘First Glider’ and then fly back down again at speeds of up to 83 km/h.
From the middle station Schreckfeld, the First cable car takes you back to Grindelwald, where you can end the day with a dinner in one of many restaurants.
Day 2: The highest railways station in Europe and winter magic in the mountain village
The second day starts again in Grindelwald. More precisely, at the terminal where the Eiger Express takes you to the Eiger Glacier station. The journey continues on the Jungfrau Railway - a construction of the century. The route leads through a seven-kilometre tunnel through the Eiger and Mönch to the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe. At 3,545 metres above sea level, the terminus is the highest railway station in Europe.
Here you can visit the Ice Palace, enjoy a fantastic view of the Aletsch Glacier or discover the Snow Fun Park. Before you leave the Jungfraujoch behind you, you can stop for a bite to eat in one of the restaurants or buy a souvenir from one of the shops.
On the way back, take the train from the Eiger Glacier via Kleine Scheidegg to Wengen. In the village at the foot of the Jungfrau, you can enjoy a winter walk and the impressive view of the Lauterbrunnen Valley before rounding off the day with a cosy raclette or fondue.
Day 3: A day dedicated to James Bond
The third day is all about James Bond. In just a few minutes, the cable car takes you from Mürren to the Schilthorn - at 2970 metres above sea level. The Schilthorn was the filming location for the 1969 James Bond classic ‘On Her Majesty's Secret Service’. Today's 360-degree restaurant served as the base for the villain Blofeld and was given the name Piz Gloria - which it still bears today.
Here you can enjoy a delicious brunch - and the view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. A visit to the viewing platform and Spy World - an interactive exhibition where you can immerse yourself in the making of the film - are also a must.
On the way back, you should definitely make a stop at Birg to enjoy the view from the Thrill Walk or the Skyline Walk.
A stroll through the car-free village of Mürren is the perfect end to an eventful day.
Day 4: Relaxation in the afternoon and rapid descents in the evening
Today starts with relaxation. Many hotels in the Jungfrau Region offer their own spa area where you can relax after an exciting day.
Otherwise, we recommend a visit to the Alpine Sports Centre Mürren - a meeting place for everyone who wants to have a good time. The Alpine Spa is an oasis of well-being that appeals to all the senses.
Relax in the sauna, steam bath, relaxation room or whirlpool - the Alpine Spa at the Mürren Sports Centre leaves nothing to be desired. A feel-good massage rounds off your visit.
In the evening, you're ready for action, because a fast-paced sledging run awaits you. The Wengernalp Railway takes you from Grindelwald to Alpiglen, where the adventure begins. The night-time sledging fun on the floodlit run is an experience that no one should miss. The Brandegg restaurant, which is open longer for night sledging, provides refreshments in between.
The railway then takes you back from Brandegg to Grindelwald.
Day 5: Snow-covered landscapes and spectacular views in the Haslital
The last day starts in Meiringen, where the cable car takes you to Hasliberg Reuti and the gondola lift on to Mägisalp. The snowshoe route to Bidmi starts there. The trail is signposted with pink posts and leads through snow-covered forests past a small barbecue area and an alpine hut. A wonderful and easy snowshoe trail on the edge of the Meiringen-Hasliberg ski area.
Don't have the right equipment? No problem. Snowshoes and walking poles can be conveniently hired from sports shops in Meiringen or Hasliberg.
After just under 4 kilometres and around 1.5 hours, you will arrive in Bidmi, where you can warm up and enjoy a bite to eat in the family restaurant.
Before heading back to Meiringen, take the cable car up to the terminus. At the Alpen tower, 2,250 metres above sea level, you can enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view far beyond the Bernese Oberland and Central Swiss Alps. The charming Tower Bar in the Alpen tower panorama restaurant offers the best place to marvel at the 401 mountain peaks and invites you to linger. The gondola lift then takes you back to Meiringen.
