Hiking (mountain trail, in places narrow and exposed)
Alpine route (equipped or very exposed section, snow field, blocks)
C10
Grindelwald » Lauterbrunnen
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6h50 |
17.8 km
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1103 m
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1328 m
Leave Grindelwald following the "Kleiner Scheidegg" railway and climb directly below the Eiger north face up to the Kleiner Scheidegg. From the pass, head slightly downhill past the Wengernalp to Wengen. A short but steep climb down or a journey with the rack railway takes you to Lauterbrunnen, the stage destination.
From Grindelwald train station, head along the road down to the Grindelwald Grund train station. Here, cross the Lütschine river and take the uphill trail alongside the railway road. Cross the road to Brandegg several times to reach Brandegg through the wood. Now, the trail leads closely alongside the rail track to Alpiglen. This station of the Wengernalp funicular lies in the middle of splendid meadowland at the foot of the mighty Eigernordwand. Above the alp, the trail again crosses the railway line and leads on a gradual incline past some beautiful cembran pines through the Mettla trough up to the Kleine Scheidegg with its glorious view over the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau with their shining glaciers and into the valley of Grindelwald, overlooked by the striking Wetterhorn. Take the trail to the left of the railway road into the valley. Just before the Wengernalp station, take an underpass to the other side of the tracks to reach the Wengernalp station. A glorious view into the Lauterbrunnental valley framed by the Gspaltenhorn, Büttlasse and Schilthorn peaks awaits hikers here. The rugged face of the Schwarzmönch towers up in the foreground. On a green terrace on the other side of the valley, you can see the Mürren spa resort and to the left of the Schilthorn the Sefinenfurgge gap. For the onward descent, follow the alpine trail that leads over meadows, through fir trees and deeply carved rifts towards the valley. Until coming out of the woods, stay on the right side of the railway line. Just before the Allmend stop, cross the tracks and head over narrow passages down to the car-free Wengen. This spa resort is situated on a sunny terrace protected from the north and east winds on the western slope of the Männlichen chain. Head downhill along the village street. At the Eiger hotel above the train station, the trail leads through the railway underpass and along the little winding road on a steep downhill descent. Pass the refuse incineration plant and follow the zigzagging course through woodland into the valley. Walk below the old railway track and shortly afterwards cross the new federal road, then passing a row of beautiful maples and heading over the steep Wiesenrain meadow to reach the outskirts of Lauterbrunnen village. Walk along the Weissen Lütschine river to arrive at Lauterbrunnen train station. (Schweizer Wanderwege)
Natural and cultural heritage
Eiger Although the first ascent of the Eiger summit (3,970m) was in 1858, the 1,800m high northern face of the mountain was for a long time deemed impossible to climb. Several attempts to do so nevertheless came to a tragic end. In July 1938, the mountaineers Heckmair, Vörg, Kasparek and Harrer succeeded. Wengern Alp This alp is mentioned in a document for the first time in 1288. At the time, it belonged to the nobility of Unspunnen and ownership was later transferred to the monastery of Interlaken. On the occasion of his second journey to Switzerland, Goethe visited the Wenger Alp and in the early 19th century, the English poet Lord Byron honoured it in several cantos for his “Manfred”. At that time, it was becoming increasingly fashionable to cross the Kleine Scheidegg. Many did so on foot while others went on horseback and still others were carried over the pass on sedan chairs. A refuge was established to meet travellers’ needs in 1818 on the Wengern Alp and in 1835, an inn was built on the site of today’s hotel. The Wengern Alps funicular was opened in 1893. Wengen Mentioned as early as 1268 in documents as “Uf dem Berge Wengen” (from Wang = slope). The first holiday guests came to Wengen in 1855. The first guesthouse, offering six rooms, opened in 1859. In 1909/10, Sir Henry Lunn opened the first winter season. Wengen gained world renown through the ski races at the Lauberhorn. The Wengernalpbahn railway opened in 1893 as a rack railway and initially ran on steam, but was then electrified in 1910. In the same year, a second line to Wengen was also brought into operation, providing for a safe arrival even in winter. Wengen is car-free. The jewel of the village is the church in a splendid panoramic setting, built in 1953 with stained glass windows by P. Eichenberger. (Schweizer Wanderwege)
Other long-distance trails and alternative routes
Eiger-Trail (Alpiglen - Eigergletscher station)
Useful topographic maps
254 T Interlaken ~ Swisstopo ( 1:50'000)
Jungfrau Region 18 ~ Hallwag Kümmerly + Frey, ISBN 3-259-00886-1 ( 1:60'000)
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Julien - 2020-08-15
Belle étape sous le soleil mais l'arrivée à Klein Scheidegg avec ses trains bondés est digne de la gare d'une grande ville. Les magasins et restaurants ajoutent à cette impression. Le sentier est très roulant tout le long, facile et agréable (un peu raide depuis Grindelwald). Beaucoup de fontaines sur le versant Grindelwald.
Nuit au camping Schützenbach. 20 fr, auquel il faut rajouter la douche chaude. Aucun accès à une salle en cas de pluie. Vraiment cher pour la prestation.
Arturo Ciórraga - 2020-07-12
Una etapa con excelentes vistas del Eiger, Monch y Jungfrau, pero con un pésimo sendero.
Es una vergüenza que los organizadores suizos hayan promovido una ruta que sólo discurre a través de pistas de grava o asfaltadas, utilizadas por las bicicletas en sus bajadas a toda velocidad. Aunque las vistas son hermosas, este camino no merece formar parte de la Via Alpina
East trail to follow during this stage. The only tricky part would be finding the trial out of Wengen. Restrooms and water can be found at Kleine Scheidegg. There is a camping platz outside of Grindewald (Camping Gletscherdorf).
Sam - 2015-10-12
So beautiful views of Eiger-Monch-Jungfrau ranges along the track. In Alpiglen, I took a Eiger Trail to Eigergletscher and then back to Kleine Scheidegg, a little bit longer for which I spent about 3 hours. I was there in late Sept. The trail was covered by a little bit snow, making the scenery so beautiful and the view of Eiger summit from the trail was very close making it very spectacular. Highly recommended. Then I stayed one night in Kleine Scheidegg (Restaurant Grindelwaldblick), the food and services are so good. Also highly recommended.
Tof - 2015-01-20
Trieste-Monaco le 31/08/14
Deuxième journée avec les Géants, c'est géant! A Kleine Scheidegg grosse foule, panneau d'info sur l'histoire de la conquête de l'Eiger.
Avant l'arrivée sur Lauterbrunnen, passage à Wengen, jolie station de montagne aux habitations typiques.
Nuit au camping à Lauterbrunnen au "Schützenbach".
/!\ Le service n'a pas été satisfaisant: le terrain était détrempé sous une pluie battante, les tentes dans l'eau. La gestionnaire n'a pas su nous proposer une autre alternative, excepté le parking gravillonné également trempé... Bien qu'ayant payé, nous avons quitté le camping pour occuper un terrain voisin équipé de pallettes en bois surélevées. Merci le voisin !
Chocolat chaud très bon à la boulangerie face à la gare
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Trieste-Monaco on 08/31/14 Second day with the Giants, it's great! Kleine Scheidegg A big crowd, info panel on the history of the conquest of the Eiger. Before the arrival of Lauterbrunnen, Wengen passage, pretty mountain resort to typical homes. Overnight camping in Lauterbrunnen to "Schützenbach." /! \ The service was not satisfactory: the ground was wet in the pouring rain, the tents in the water. The manager was not able to offer us another alternative, except also tempered gravel parking lot ... Although paid, we left the campsite to occupy neighboring land equipped with raised wooden pallets. Thank you neighbor! Very good hot chocolate at the bakery opposite the train station
Ab Grindelwald bietet sich alternativ zur Via Alpina Route der Eigertrail unterhalb der Eiger Nordwand an. Kleine Scheidegg sehr überlaufen und hektisch. Übernachtung für Wanderer mit Zelt: Camping Jungfrau - 2 Personen, 1 Zelt alles zusammen: 42 ChF! Zeltplatz mit direkter Sicht auf Staubbachfall. Top!
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From Grindelwald offers itself as an alternative to the Via Alpina route of the Eiger Trail below the Eiger north wall. Kleine Scheidegg very crowded and hectic. Accommodation for walkers with tent: Camping Jungfrau - 2 people, 1 tent all together: 42 Chf! Campsite with direct view to Staubbachfall. Top!
Monaco - Trieste
Wengen - Kleine Scheidegg going up smoothly with a great view all the way. Possible to get closer to the Jungfrau (off via alpina) from Kleine Scheidegg
Grindelwald is marked 2h40 down from Kleine Scheidegg
Dom Lalot - 2013-09-01
J'ai été au camping Jungfrau. Cher (20Fr) mais très bien. On trouve tout sur place. Une cuisine pour faire son repas, des magasins etc..
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I was camping Jungfrau. Cher (20GB) but very good. You can find everything there. A kitchen to make a meal, shops etc. ..
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6h50 |
17.8 km
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1103 m
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1328 m
Favourites, criticisms ? Make your personal comments on this stage. For more general notes please use the comments section of the page Over to the Via Alpinists.