Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland

Lauterbrunnen

A valley of 72 waterfalls between towering cliffs.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Lauterbrunnen

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk to Staubbach Falls, where a path takes you behind the water.
  2. AfternoonVisit Trümmelbach Falls, ten glacier waterfalls inside the mountain.
  3. EveningStay in Lauterbrunnen or car-free Wengen above it.

Day 2

Take the cable car up to Mürren and the Schilthorn.

What to eat

Rösti with melted cheese and a fried egg.

Local tips

Make the most of Lauterbrunnen

Beat the crowds

The valley is busy in summer. Early mornings are calm, and the higher villages like Mürren are quieter.

Best photo spot

The Staubbach Falls with the church in front, from the path at the edge of the village.

Getting there

Trains from Interlaken take 20 minutes. Lauterbrunnen is the gateway to Wengen and Mürren, which are car-free.

Don't miss nearby

Trümmelbach Falls, glacier waterfalls inside the mountain, 10 minutes away.

Good to know

Switzerland is expensive; a travel pass can save money if you use many trains and cable cars. Weather in the mountains changes fast.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Lauterbrunnen

Getting there

  • Bern Airport (BRN)45 km away
  • Zürich Airport (ZRH)110 km away
  • Bern55 km away
  • Lucerne60 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountrySwitzerland

Questions

Lauterbrunnen: good to know

Is Lauterbrunnen worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. A valley of 72 waterfalls between towering cliffs.

How many days do you need in Lauterbrunnen?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Lauterbrunnen?

You can visit all year. The valley is busy in summer. Early mornings are calm, and the higher villages like Mürren are quieter.

How do you get to Lauterbrunnen?

The nearest airport is Bern Airport (BRN), about 45 km away. Trains from Interlaken take 20 minutes. Lauterbrunnen is the gateway to Wengen and Mürren, which are car-free.

What is there to see near Lauterbrunnen?

Nearby hidden places include Grindelwald (11 km), Lake Brienz (Iseltwald) (14 km) and Bern (53 km).

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