A flat-floored glacial trench with vertical walls on both sides and 72 waterfalls falling into it, including the Staubbach which drops almost 300 metres beside the village. Cable cars and rack railways climb from the valley to car-free Mürren and Wengen, which are the starting points for most of the hiking. It is the practical base for the Jungfrau region.
Related activities
Mürren to Gimmelwald walk
Easy cliff-edge path between two car-free villages facing the Jungfrau wall.
Jungfraujoch railway excursion
Rack railway through the Eiger to the glacier saddle at 3,454 metres.
How to get to Lauterbrunnen Valley
Lauterbrunnen Valley sits in Switzerland. It pairs well with Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, Staubbach Falls, so you can group them on the same day.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Mürren to Gimmelwald walk, Jungfraujoch railway excursion.
Lauterbrunnen Valley FAQ
Where is Lauterbrunnen Valley?
Lauterbrunnen Valley is in Switzerland.
What is near Lauterbrunnen Valley?
Nearby places include Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, Staubbach Falls, Trümmelbach Falls.
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