One-Day Scenic Nature and Train Adventure in the Swiss Alps

Day 1: Nature and Trains

Interlaken, Switzerland

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café de Paris

Start your day with a hearty breakfast featuring local Swiss pastries and fresh coffee at Café de Paris, a charming café in the heart of Interlaken.
Walk to the train station, a short 5-minute stroll.
CHF 20, 1 hour

9:00AM

Train to Lauterbrunnen

Catch a scenic train to Lauterbrunnen, where stunning waterfalls and lush scenery will greet you as you enter this picturesque valley.
Train from Interlaken Ost to Lauterbrunnen.
CHF 10, 20 minutes

9:30AM

Explore Lauterbrunnen Valley

Take a short hike to Trümmelbachfälle, a series of impressive waterfalls inside the mountains, offering an exhilarating experience of nature's force.
Follow local signs to the falls, it's a 30-minute walk.
CHF 12, 2 hours

11:30AM

Bus to Grindelwald

Enjoy a scenic bus ride to Grindelwald, where you'll be surrounded by towering peaks and breathtaking vistas.
Bus from Lauterbrunnen to Grindelwald, check local schedules.
CHF 6, 30 minutes

12:00PM

Lunch at Restaurant Baeren

Savor traditional Swiss cuisine, including fondue and rösti, at Restaurant Baeren, a cozy spot with lovely mountain views.
Located within a short walk from the bus stop.
CHF 30, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Hiking in Grindelwald

Embark on a scenic hike along the Eiger Trail, with stunning views of the Eiger mountain, winding through fields and forests.
Follow the Eiger Trail signs from Grindelwald.
Free, 2 hours

3:30PM

Return to Lauterbrunnen

Take the bus back to Lauterbrunnen, where the journey's beauty continues as you descend through the mountains.
Bus from Grindelwald to Lauterbrunnen.
CHF 6, 30 minutes

4:00PM

Train back to Interlaken

Complete your journey by taking the train back to Interlaken, reflecting on the incredible sights experienced throughout the day.
Train from Lauterbrunnen to Interlaken Ost.
CHF 10, 20 minutes

4:30PM

Relax at Hohematte Park

Wind down your day at Hohematte Park, where you can relax and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains with a picnic snack.
Walk from the train station to the park, approximately 10 minutes.
CHF 15 (for snack), 1 hour

5:30PM

Dinner at The 3 Tells

Finish your day with a wonderful dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients and traditional Swiss dishes at The 3 Tells restaurant.
A 15-minute walk or a short taxi ride will get you there.
CHF 40, 1.5 hours
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