Nature

Grindelwald (Jungfrau Region. Base for the wedding)

  • Eiger

    • Iconic peak with dramatic, massive North Face views and scenic trails like the Eiger Trail (15-20 minute gondola ride from Grindelwald Terminal to the trailhead)

    • Fun fact: North Face (“Nordwand”) is one of the most feared and legendary climbs in the Alps, known as the “Mordwand” (“murder wall”) for its brutal difficulty and deadly history

    • Check out this 🎞️ film “North Face“ if you’re curious about the wild 1936 climb attempt

  • First

    • Mountain north of Grindelwald

    • Hiking trails, ziplines, and panoramic views of lakes and peaks

    • 25-minute gondola ride from Grindelwald

  • Bachalpsee (Lake Bachalp)

    • Alpine lake known for mirror-like reflections of the surrounding mountains

    • Reached by a scenic hike from First

  • Männlichen:

    • Panoramic summit with 360° views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau

    • 19 min gondola ride from Grindelwald

  • Jungfraujoch ("Top of Europe")

    • Europe’s highest train station with glacier views and ice tunnels

    • ~45–50 min total by Gondola + train ride

  • Lauterbrunnen Valley

    • Famous for its 72 waterfalls, including Staubbach and Trümmelbach

    • ~40 min by train

  • Wengen

    • Car-free alpine village

    • Overlooking the Lauterbrunnen valley

    • Hub for many beautiful hiking trails

    • 50–65 min by train

  • Mürren

    • Car-free village with dramatic views and Schilthorn access

    • ~1 hr 15 min by train + cable car

  • Pfingstegg

    • Quick cable car ride to panoramic lookout with a summer toboggan run (5 min from Grindelwald)

Zermatt | 3 hrs by train from Grindelwald | 2 days

  • Car-free village at the base of the Matterhorn! (Note: if driving, park in Tasch and take a short train from there)

  • Glacier hikes and the Gornergrat railway

  • Paragliding

Interlaken | 30 min from Grindelwald | 1–2 days

  • Relaxing by Lake Brienz

  • Paragliding, lake cruises, waterfalls

Chamonix (France) | 3 hrs by car or ~5 hrs train | 1–2 days

  • Base of Mont Blanc (highest peak in Western Europe)

  • Ride Aiguille du Midi cable car for incredible views, Alpine hikes

  • Starting point of the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB), one of Europe’s most famous long-distance hikes

  • Note: The famous UTMB ultramarathon takes place Aug 29-31 this year. If you're visiting before or after, book accommodations early as the town gets busy!

City, Food, Culture

Lucerne | 2 hrs by train from Grindelwald | 1–2 days

  • Chapel Bridge, Lake Lucerne cruise

  • Mt. Pilatus cogwheel train for panoramic views

Bern | 1.5 hrs by train | 1 day

  • Switzerland's capital city

  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town

  • See the Zytglogge Clock Tower and visit local museums

Zurich | 2.5 hrs by train | 1–2 days

  • Switzerland’s largest city and cultural hub

  • Charming old town with narrow lanes and historic buildings

  • Scenic lakeside views and museums

Geneva | 3.5 hrs by train | 1–2 days

  • City on Lake Geneva

  • Visit to the UN’s European headquarters

  • Museums, lakeside walks, parks, and various cuisine

Milan (Italy) | 4.5 hrs via Domodossola | 1–2 days

  • Cathedral, art, shopping, great food

  • Option: Stop in Domodossola (a chill border town between Switzerland and Italy)

Lyon (France) | 5.5-6 hrs by train | 1-2 days

  • A historic city in France

  • Known for incredible food!! (France’s gastronomic capital)

  • Beautiful Renaissance old town with rich local culture