One thousand-foot waterfalls. Snow-capped Alps. Cows grazing in flower-covered meadows. Lauterbrunnen is what you think of when you think of Switzerland, that is to say, the hills are very much alive with the sound of music! Here waterfalls pour from dramatic cliffsides, while the Alps surround you on every side. The air is clean, the town is Medieval, and you really get a sense of village Swiss life that is very much in tune with nature. And with so many things to do in Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland it’s impossible to leave without wanting to see more!
I recently went to Switzerland on a whirlwind tour, where I visited Zurich, Lucerne, Lauterbrunnen, and Zermatt to create the perfect 5-day Switzerland Itinerary. And while I loved every moment of visiting this clean, stunningly gorgeous country, there was one place I visited that left the biggest impression – Lauterbrunnen.
Lauterbrunnen is like stepping back in time. Everything feels fresh, simple, and the stunning beauty of nature takes center stage. Here, you can travel up the side of mountains by cable car to stay in the world’s most beautiful hostel in the Alps, where flowers bloom all summer and the sound of cowbells fill the air. There are even some surprises that are just waiting to be explored (like glacial waterfalls in a mountain!?).
So let’s dive in and see all things to do in Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland!
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Things to Know about Visiting Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
I had a ton of questions before heading to Switzerland. Like, how do I navigate the train system? (Easily, luckily!) How much German do I need to know? (Not a ton lot it turns out.) Can I survive on cheese and chocolate alone? (Apparently yes, though my body did start to crave a vegetable now and again.)
How long should I stay in Lauterbrunnen?
Since a thousand years is not a viable option, I’d say spending 5 days in Lauterbrunnen would be an excellent way to see the area while taking it nice and…
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