Winter.:
Lauterbrunnen is ideally situated to access the ski areas of Murren, Wengen and Grindelwald. The transport network is also ideal for non-skiers wishing to meet family and friends for lunch, or to access the whole area. There are other Winter activities to be enjoyed, including snowboarding, ice skating, ice hockey, curling, Nordic walking, sledging on designated trails, including the World's longest above Grindelwald which is 16.5 kilometres. In addition there are more than 100 kilometres of well-prepared winter walking paths,cross country skiing, snow-shoe trekking, ice climbing, and paragliding. Open-air ice rinks can be found in Murren, Wengen and Lauterbrunnen.
Spring, Summer and Autumn:
The Lauterbrunnen valley is breathtaking at all times of the year. It is famous for its' numerous waterfalls cascading down the 300 metre high sheer cliffs. They are particularly impressive in Spring, when the valley floor is carpeted in alpine flowers. In Summer, hiking tends to be the main activity, and there are many well sign-posted trails which can be enjoyed, whatever you ability. For the more adventurous, there is a 'via ferrata' and endless opportunities for some serious mountaineering. Summers can be hot, and other activities include swimming (pools in Lauterbrunnen and Wengen), and water sports on the beautiful nearby lakes of Thun and Brienz. Other activities include tennis, mountain biking, paragliding (tandem flights available) and folklore/cultural events. If you tire of being active, relaxing on the balcony watching para gliders floating into the valley, or enjoying a meal at a lakeside restaurant is the perfect way to enjoy your time in Switzerland.
Local amenities:
Lauterbrunnen provides a range of facilities and services, including train station, hotel restaurants, banks, ski and outdoor clothing shops, a small supermarket, baker, butcher, wine and cheese shop, and a picturesque church.
Locally produced cheeses and fresh eggs are offered for sale at several farms in the valley.
