Grindelwald is a village in the Swiss Alps located at 1,034 m (3,392 ft) above sea level. It is overlooked by a section of the Bernese Alps from the Wetterhorn to the Eiger, which create a natural barrier. Together with the adjacent valley of Lauterbrunnen, the valley of Grindelwald forms part of the Jungfrau Region of the Bernese Oberland, between Interlaken and the main crest of the Bernese Alps.
The village has been known historically since the 12th century. It has become an important tourist destination of both Switzerland and the Alps since the golden age of alpinism in the 19th century.
The Eiger Express is one of the fastest cable car in Europe that takes visitors high above the Grindelwald valley, passing Jungfrau and Eiger North face up to the Glacier and Eiger peak viewpoint.
At the viewpoint, gateway to additional excursions are available as well as souvenir shops and restaurants. A nice photo op with Eiger as a backdrop is a must! Visitors can walk out to the viewing platform and hike even further up to get a close look at the Eiger Peak (elevation above 13800 ft.)
The descent to Grindelwald gives us a nice view of the village and surroundings. At the base of the cable car station visitors can treat themselves to a variety of famous swiss chocolate offerings.
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