Walking at the foot of the Eiger

Day 1: Arrive in Grindelwald

Arrive in the spectacular Swiss town of Grindelwald, home to the infamous Eiger. Below are just a selection of the many walks that are available in and around Grindelwald.
Overnight Hotel Lauberhorn or Hotel Kirchbuhl, Grindelwald (breakfast included).

Day 2: Schwarzwaldalp to Grindelwald via Grosse Scheidegg (11KM/7MILES)

You take the Postbus from Grindelwald to Schwarzwaldalp where you start with a steady ascent to the pass at Grosse Scheidegg. Upon reaching Grosse Scheidegg at 1,962m high, the panorama is truly magnificent as you come face to face with the infamous Eiger and its sheer North Face. A leisurely descent across small streams brings you back into Grindelwald. A perfect way to start your Swiss adventure!
Overnight Hotel Lauberhorn or Hotel Kirchbuhl, Grindelwald (breakfast included).

Day 3: Grindelwald to Kleine Scheidegg (13KM/8MILES)

This walk takes you along clear, well-marked paths with fantastic views of the Eiger, the Monch and the Jungfrau, amongst magnificent peaks. This walk is mainly through mountain pasture, with some dappled woodland. You have options to end the walk at Kleine Scheidegg (the highest point), Wengernalp or Wengen, from where you can take the train back to Grindelwald.
Overnight Hotel Lauberhorn or Hotel Kirchbuhl, Grindelwald (breakfast included).

Day 4: Rest Day

Enjoy a rest day exploring the charming village of Grindelwald or take on another of the many walk options in the area. There are plenty of sights to explore including the famous Jungfraujoch rail journey; this is a once in a lifetime experience to the 'Top of Europe' at 3,400m where we have a short walk to the Monch Hut and Jungfraujoch Observatory. We also highly recommend taking a mountain railway and cable car journey to Schilthorn 'Piz Gloria', famous for being featured in the James Bond film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service', its revolving restaurant and unmatched mountain views.
Overnight Hotel Lauberhorn or Hotel Kirchbuhl, Grindelwald (breakfast included).

Day 5: Schwarzwaldalp to Grindelwald via Pfanni, First & Bussalp (22KM/14MILES)

This is a truly lovely and memorable walk which will take you over the pass from one valley – Reichenbachtal – to another - Lütschental – offering spectacular views of the Bernese Oberland giants alongside a wonderful botanical display. There are plenty of options to make this shorter or longer as you please, so that this route suits you and any adverse weather.
Overnight Hotel Lauberhorn or Hotel Kirchbuhl, Grindelwald (breakfast included).

Day 6: The Eiger Trail - West to East from Kleine Scheidegg (8KM/5MILES)

Take the train from Grindelwald to Kleine Scheidegg where you'll explore the moraines of the Eigergletscher before following the spectacular mountain trail at the foot of the imposing Eiger North Wall to reach Alpiglen. From here, you can return by train or continue walking all the way to Grindelwald.
Overnight Hotel Lauberhorn or Hotel Kirchbuhl, Grindelwald (breakfast included).

Day 7: Augstmatterhorn (16KM/10MILES)

This is a classic ridge walk to the summit of Augstmatthorn (2137m) offering fantastic views over Lake Brienz and the mountains beyond. A beautiful train journey from Meiringen to Interlaken starts off your day before ascending at a 64% gradient on the Harder Kulm funicular. Upon reaching ‘The Top Of Interlaken’, you gradually ascend through woodland where you’re likely to spot the local deer alongside spectacular views of the bright blue Lake Brienz below.
Overnight Hotel Lauberhorn or Hotel Kirchbuhl, Grindelwald (breakfast included).

Day 8: Depart Grindelwald

Say fond farewells to Grindelwald as you depart on the train.