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Activities in the Jungfrau region

The Jungfrau region is packed with scenic activities. Find all you need to know about the mountain destinations of Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn, Grindelwald-First, Männlichen and more below. We've also described our favorite hiking routes in this stunning area.

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Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe

The highest train station in Europe is located in a magnificent landscape of eternal snow and glaciers.

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  • Attraction type: Scenic trip;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By train
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Jungfrau region (Bernese Oberland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

GoldenPass line

Beautiful scenic train ride between Lucerne and Montreux, via the Bernese Oberland lakes.

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Schilthorn

The James Bond mountain, and one of the best places to view the Jungfrau massif.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Jungfrau region (Bernese Oberland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Grindelwald-First

The mountain of First near Grindelwald offers great views and lots of fun activities for the entire family.

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Männlichen

The Männlichen, a mountain between Wengen and Grindelwald in the Jungfrau region, offers beautiful views of the Bernese Alps.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Jungfrau region (Bernese Oberland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Harder Kulm

An easy-to-reach viewing point above the popular tourist town of Interlaken.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Interlaken (Bernese Oberland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less

Schynige Platte

Take the cogwheel train up to Schynige Platte for superb views of the Jungfrau massif and the lakes.

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Jungfrau region in one day

Don't have much time, or looking for an introduction to the region? This one-day trip in the Jungfrau region makes sure you won't miss the best spots.

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Pfingstegg

Pfingstegg can be reached by cable car from Grindelwald. It's located half-way up an impressive mountain range.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Jungfrau region (Bernese Oberland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Tickets to Allmendhubel from Mürren or Stechelberg

Tickets for the funicular ride from Mürren to Allmendhubel. Tickets from Stechelberg are available as well.

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Entrance ticket to the Grindelwald Glacier Canyon

Entrance ticket for an independent walk in the impressive Grindelwald Glacier Canyon. The walk in the canyon takes less than two hours.

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Entry tickets for the high-ropes Adventure Park in Interlaken

Test your nerves on any of the 9 treetop courses in the Adventure Park in Interlaken. All equipment is included. A professional guide will give you instructions.

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Snow fun at the Grindelwald BodmiArena

The BodmiArena is close to Grindelwald and easy to reach: a good place for sledding and snow tubing. Beginner equipment is included.

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Ski rental for experienced skiers in the Jungfrau region

An offer for experienced skiers or snow boarders: rent top equipment for 1, 2 or 3 days. You can browse a large selection of gear. Equipment insurance is included.

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Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Jungfraujoch guided small-group tour from Interlaken

Unlike many other tours to Jungfraujoch, this one also includes a guided tour along all the attractions on the mountain. The entire tour is done by train. Seat reservations for the leg up the mountain are included. This is small-group tour, so you can easily ask questions.

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Paragliding flight in the Bernese Oberland

Enjow views of Interlaken, Lake Thun and the Bernese Alps during this tandem paragliding flight from Beatenberg to Interlaken. Transportation to the launch site is included.

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Paragliding tandem flight from Beatenberg to Interlaken

Your guide picks you up in Interlaken for a 30-minute ride to the slopes above Beatenberg. This is where the 10- to 20-minute paragliding flight starts, across Lake Thun, to the town center of Interlaken.

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Paragliding over the Lauterbrunnen valley

Enjoy a paragliding flight with an experienced pilot over the magnificent Lauterbrunnen valley. A drink and transportation from Lauterbrunnen are included.

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Paragliding tandem flight over the Lauterbrunnen valley

Enjoy a paragliding flight along with a professional pilot over the magnificent Lauterbrunnen valley.

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Small-group tour to the Schilthorn from Interlaken

You'll meet your guide at the Interlaken train station. The guide will take you on the train to Lauterbrunnen, then the bus and cable car to the top of the Schilthorn. The Thrill Walk half-way up the mountain is included as well.

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  • Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By train;
    Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
  • Escort: guide
  • Region: Interlaken (Bernese Oberland)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Year-round paragliding from Beatenberg to Interlaken

This flight is available all year round, as long as the weather is good. It's a scenic tandem flight with views of Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, Interlaken and the Bernese Alps.

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Spectacular Eiger North face helicopter skydive

After 15 minute helicopter flight above the Bernese Alps, you and your instructor jump down for a tandem skydive. You'll fly along the famous Eiger, with the Jungfrau in the background.

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Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information. Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Small-group white-water rafting

After a safety briefing, you'll join your professional guide in an 8-person raft to navigate down the Lütschine river to Lake Brienz. Transportation, a wetsuit, life jacket, helmet, and coffee/beer are included.

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Small-group canyoning for beginners

A professional guide takes a small group into the Jungfrau region for a thrilling canyoning experience. You'll start with abseiling into the canyon before the actual canyoning begins. Transportation, a wetsuit, helmet and hot drink are included.

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Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information. Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Small-group canyoning, abseiling and ziplining from Interlaken

Half a day of fun in the wild cold water of the Bernese Alps. You'll be depart from Interlaken for a thrilling canyoning experience with a professional guide. A wetsuit, helmet, harness, life jacket and lunch are included.

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REGIONAL HIKING SUGGESTIONS

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First - Bachsee - First

Popular trail to a beautiful mountain lake.

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  • Hiking time: 1h50
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Elevation: 2149 - 2300 m
  • Distance: 5.8 km
  • Terrain: meadow, high alpine terrain
  • Region: Jungfrau region (Bernese Oberland)

First - Schynige Platte

Long demanding one or two day hike with plenty of views of the Jungfrau region.

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  • Hiking time: 6h00
  • Difficulty: difficult
  • Elevation: 1924 - 2613 m
  • Distance: 16.0 km
  • Terrain: meadow, high alpine terrain
  • Region: Jungfrau region (Bernese Oberland)

Grütschalp - Mürren

Easy, popular, beautiful trail on the western plateau above the Lauterbrunnen valley.

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Männlichen - Kleine Scheidegg

Popular panoramic route across the high alpine meadows to Kleine Scheidegg.

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Schynige Platte

Beautiful panorama trail with alpine flowers and views of the Jungfrau.

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First - Grosse Scheidegg

Easy walk across alpine meadows with great views of the Jungfrau massif.

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Grosse Scheidegg - Meiringen

Great scenery during this hike that starts just above the tree line and leads through forests.

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Lauterbrunnen - Stechelberg

Walk along the impressive Staubbach Fall in the beautiful Lauterbrunnen valley.

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Wengen - Kleine Scheidegg

Demanding hike with lots of views across the Jungfrau region.

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Wengernalp - Kleine Scheidegg

Easy trail with superb views, ending at the Kleine Scheidegg, with a view of the famous Jungfrau.

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Lütschental - Grindelwald Grund

The route follows the river Schwarze Lütschine via meadows, forests and a few little villages.

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  • Hiking time: 1h55
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Elevation: 712 - 961 m
  • Distance: 7.0 km
  • Terrain: meadow, town, valley, forest
  • Region: Jungfrau region (Bernese Oberland)

Sulwald - Grütschalp

Explore the forests above Lauterbrunnen plus a great viewing point.

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Wilderswil - Zweilütschinen

A pleasant educational walk across a friendly landscape.

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  • Hiking time: 1h45
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Elevation: 586 - 690 m
  • Distance: 5.0 km
  • Terrain: along river, valley, town, meadow
  • Region: Jungfrau region (Bernese Oberland)

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