Grindelwald ski resort
Snow Range
1034-3454m
a picture perfect postcard resort
Set amongst the spectacular scenery of the Jungfrau mountain range with the breathtaking Eiger as its backdrop, Grindelwald ski resort along with Wengen offers over 158kms of marked piste. The charming village is dotted with chocolate box chalets which make for the perfect picture postcard ski holiday. Grindelwald centre remains unspoilt and has a bustling and cosmopolitan atmosphere with plenty of excellent restaurants and bars. The UNESCO World Natural Heritage site of the Jungfraujoch is a popular excursion from Grindelwald, take a train to just below the peak of the Jungfrau. From the highest station in Europe there are awe-inspiring views from the Sphinx viewing tower and an ice palace carved into the glacier.
- the experience
- the slopes Grindelwald snowboarding
- Grindelwald lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in Grindelwald
The experience
Grindelwald Après Ski
A good variety to suit all tastes from quiet and informal cafés to lively bars. Café Genepi, Espresso Bar, Sports Bar, Gepsi and plenty more watering holes in Grindelwald.
Activities
· Sports centre with pool · Wellness Centre with sauna, massage · Curling · Ice skating · Bowling · Snowshoeing · Guided walks · Tobogganing · Sledging - longest run in Europe
Eating out in Grindelwald
The village has a huge variety of restaurants to choose from. Fiescherblick, Eiger and Spinne for exclusive tastes in Grindelwald.
Other amenities
· Flood-lit ski and snowboard exhibitions · Cinema · Bowling · Train to the Jungfraujoch World Heritage Site at 3454m · Piz Gloria revolving restaurant on the Schilthorn above Mürren
Family choice
Grindelwald has an English speaking kindergarten held at the Bodmi nursery slopes. Activities include drawing, creating, playing in snow and in their igloo. The creche has a dedicated bus to safely take children to ski school should they be in lessons. Small snacks, drinks and arts and crafts materials are included in the price. Available for children from 3-7 years.
| Morning | 09.30 - 12.00 | 25 Sfr |
| Lunch & Child Minding | 12.00 - 13.30 | 25 Sfr |
| Afternoon | 13.30 - 16.00 | 25 Sfr |
| Whole day | 09.30 - 16.00 | 60Sfr |
Resort features
- Crystal Ski Escort
- Fast Pass
Transfer time
Geneva: 3 hrs 15 mins - transfers are by coach to Grindelwald. Zurich 3 hrs - transfers are by Swiss Rail.
The slopes
Beginners
There are nursery slopes in Grindelwald and just above the resort, including the new blue piste at Oberjoch, and a 'slow speed zone'. Quick progress will be made with lessons from the excellent English speaking Ski Schools.
Intermediates
The full area Jungfrau Top Ski Region ski pass covers 213kms of pistes, providing almost unlimited scope for intermediates on a range of relaxing runs or more testing routes down the Kleine Scheidegg mountain. Highlights include the 8km run from Oberjoch down to Grindelwald and the powder slopes from the Eigergletscher to Wengernalp.
Advanced
Experts can try the famous Lauberhorn World Cup downhill piste, or the fearsome Black Rock run which starts at the base of the Eiger. If you can cope with any more then there is the famous black, almost vertical 'Kanonenrohr' in Mürren.
Snowboarding
There are two half-pipes in the region, a jumpers corner in Wengen, a terrain park at Schreckfeld and excellent runs for beginners.
Slope facts
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Total kms of piste
213kms
Piste Type No. of Runs Easy 24 Intermediate 36 Difficult 15 -
Number of lifts
44 (2 funiculars, 4 cable cars, 2 gondolas, 4 mountain railways, 16 chairlifts, 16 drag lifts)
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Direction of slopes
N, E, S, W
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Longest run
15kms (Schilthorn-Lauterbrunnen)
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Mountain restaurants
21
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Cross-country trails
30kms
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Snow Range
1034-3454m
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Village Height:
Wengen: 1,274m (4,180ft); Grindelwald: 1,034m (3,412ft)
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Highest Ski Lift
2,971m (9,748ft) - Schilt
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
| 6 Day | Adult | Senior | Child | Youth |
| Local | £181 | £163 | £90 | £145 |
| Area | £201 | £181 | £100 | £161 |
Lift pass coverage: Local pass covers all lifts in Wengen and Grindelwald. Area covers Mürren and 50% reduction to the Junfraujoch. Walker's passes are available. Chf 5 deposit required for electronic passes.
Photo required for lift pass? for 10 + days
Ski/Board Tuition
| Grindelwald | Adult | Child |
| Ski (5 x 4 hrs full day) | £275 | £205 |
| Board (5 x 2 hrs am) | £205 | £205 |
| Bambini Club (5 x 2 hrs) | - | £125 |
Children: Ski 5-12 yrs incl, Board 6-12 yrs same hours as adults. Bambini club 3-5 yrs 1000-1200 and lunch time supervision and afternoon lessons available locally at an extra Chf 45 (approx).
Please note: Group tuition & First Time not available in Grindelwald before 19/12.
First Time Skiing / Boarding
| Grindelwald | Adult | Child* |
| First Time ski | £434 | £279 |
| First Time board | £365 | £300 |
*Child ski 5-12 yrs incl. Board 6-12 years incl.
Includes: 6 days equipment hire, 5 days tuition. Beginners should arrange a lift pass locally.
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| 6 Days | Adult | Child | Youth |
| Skis | £107 | £31 | £53 |
| Superior skis | £146 | - | - |
| Boots | £63 | £31 | £31 |
| Superior boots | £74 | - | - |
| Snowboard | £107 | £74 | £74 |
| Snowboard boots | £63 | £31 | £31 |
| Helmet | £23 | £23 | £23 |
Child: 4-7yrs Youth 8-11yrs.
† 2 for 1 lift pass is available on selected accommodation on selected dates. See accommodation page for details.
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