Switzerland
Bernese Oberland
The Jungfrau region offers the most dramatic trio of peaks in the Alps. Walk the classic Eiger Trail, explore Grindelwald, and take the train to Europe's highest station.
Tour Highlights
- Hike the famous Eiger Trail directly beneath the legendary 1,800 m North Face
- Walk to Bachalpsee — a mirror-like lake with what is probably the most stunning view in the Alps
- Explore Mürren and Wengen — car-free villages perched above the Valley of the 72 waterfalls
- Cross from Wengen to Grindelwald on the unforgettable Männlichen route
- Spot marmots and chamois on the high meadows above 2,000 m
Tour Dates
We run this tour in the highlighted months — exact dates are flexible.
Difficulty & Fitness
Bernese Oberland trails range from very easy to extremely challenging and can suit every palate. The itinerary is adjusted around the participants' needs and skill levels.
Where to Stay
Car-free Wengen and Mürren have charming traditional hotels and guesthouses. Grindelwald and Interlaken at valley level offer wider choice ranging from budget-friendly B&Bs to high-end hotels.
Description
The Bernese Oberland is home to the most famous triumvirate in Swiss alpinism: the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Our program takes you along the base of these legendary north faces through flower-filled meadows, past impossibly blue lakes, and into the historic villages of Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen.
The Eiger Trail is a particular highlight — a protected cliff-edge path running directly below the 1,800 m north face that made Eiger history. You walk in the footsteps of the climbers whose stories defined modern mountaineering.
We also hike to the Bachalpsee, arguably the most spectacular view in the Alps, and explore the high plateau above the valley: Männlichen, Kleine Scheidegg, and the Schynige Platte alpine garden. Optional: a rail excursion to the Jungfraujoch at 3,454 m, the highest railway station in Europe.
The Bernese Oberland is where the Alps reach truly superb beauty.
Where We Go
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