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Walking in the Bernese Oberland - Jungfrau region
50 day walks in Grindelwald, Wengen, Lauterbrunnen and Murren
This guidebook describes 50 graded walks in the Jungfrau region of Switzerland. Ranging from 5 to 23.5km, the routes visit valleys, waterfalls, and alpine huts offering refreshments and accommodation. With shorter hour-long walks and day-long mountain ascents, it contains something for everyone.
Seasons
Most routes can be walked between early June through to mid October, although higher altitude walks may still have snow patches well into late June and July. If staying overnight in any of the mountain huts, these tend to be open between mid-June and late SeptemberCentres
The main centres with accommodation and good services are Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, Wengen and Mürren. Smaller villages offer more limited accommodation and services. Interlaken is the nearest larger town, with rail connections to all parts of SwitzerlandDifficulty
A variety of routes are offered, graded 1-4. Grade 1 routes tend to be on easy paths with little ascent or descent. Most of the walks are graded 2 or 3, using mountain paths, some with a level of exposure or with brief sections aided by cables or steps. Grade 4 walks are on blue/white signed alpine routes, usually with considerable exposure and technical sections that require a higher level of mountain experienceMust See
Jungfraujoch, Untersteinberg UNESCO World Heritage protected area, Schilthorn, Lauterbrunnen valley waterfalls, Wengen, Mürren, Männlichen, Grindelwald, Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, Isenfluh, Saxeten, Lobhorn, Alpiglen, Wetterhorn, Grosse Scheidegg, Kleine Scheidegg, Schynige Platte, Faulhorn, Bachsee, Schwarzhorn, Rotstock hut, Sefinafurgga, Allmendhubel, Stechelberg, Obersteinberg, Gimmelwald-
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A guidebook to 50 day walks in Switzerland’s Bernese Oberland. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Jungfrau region the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike and cover Grindelwald, Wengen, Lauterbrunnen Valley and Mürren.
Walks range from 5 to 23km (3–14 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 1–10 hours. Each walk is graded to allow you to select the most suitable routes for your ability. Many also take advantage of the widespread public transport and lifts around the Bernese Oberland to provide options for walks at a higher altitude.
- 1:50,000 maps included for each walk
- GPX files available to download
- Highlights include Untersteinberg and Schynige Platte
- Detailed information on accommodation, facilities and alpine huts
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By Lesley Williams
Jonathan Williams was Cicerone's publisher and managing director for over 20 years, working with authors and leading the development of the range. Lesley was Cicerone's marketing director for over 20 years, but now provides support for the new marketing team. Although they met at sea, they quickly gravitated to the mountains and trekking, before taking on Cicerone to communicate their passion for mountains, wild places and other journeys on foot or by bike. Based on the edge of the Lake District, they enjoy spending days in the hills and months in the mountains, and have written or updated several Cicerone guidebooks for Switzerland. They would like to thank the whole Cicerone team for supporting their efforts as authors.
View author profileBy Jonathan Williams
Jonathan Williams was Cicerone's publisher and managing director for over 20 years, working with authors and leading the development of the range. Lesley was Cicerone's marketing director for over 20 years, but now provides support for the new marketing team. Although they met at sea, they quickly gravitated to the mountains and trekking, before taking on Cicerone to communicate their passion for mountains, wild places and other journeys on foot or by bike. Based on the edge of the Lake District, they enjoy spending days in the hills and months in the mountains, and have written or updated several Cicerone guidebooks for Switzerland. They would like to thank the whole Cicerone team for supporting their efforts as authors.
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