Base for Jungfrau region trip in Dec 2021

  • Johnsonkelly
    Participant
    9 posts
    8 July 2021 at 23:41:54 #825920

    Hello,

    We are visiting Switzerland at the beginning of December and are trying to figure out the best home base for that time of year. We are deciding between Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, and Grindelwald. We plan on taking day trip excursions via train from this location, but also want to stay in a town that we can enjoy when we’re not venturing around. I’ve seen many posts leaning toward Wengen and Lauterbrunnen (which were my first picks) but am concerned about it possibly taking longer to travel out of those locations, and the time of year (hours of sunlight, things being open). I would very much appreciate your thoughts! Thank you!

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    Anna
    Moderator
    6274 posts
    9 July 2021 at 7:45:10 #935633

    Hi Johnsonkelly,

    Welcome to MySwissAlps!

    If you’re planning to do a lot of travelling with the train, my pick would be Lauterbrunnen. However as you may have probably read, Lauterbrunnen is located in a narrow valley, and in the winter it doesn’t get a lot of sun. In this case I prefer Wengen but as it is a car-free village, transportation is limited. Grindelwald is slightly bigger, busier and is serviced by buses and trains so would probably be the ideal base for your trip. You can find more information about Grindelwald here: http://www.myswissalps.com/grindelwald

    You can use the following links to search for accommodation in the area:

    Regards,

    Anna

    Ricky121
    Participant
    10 posts
    17 July 2021 at 7:34:11 #935634

    Which place is best to stay for cover up the both places “Murren to Gimmelwald” route by cabelcar and visit to Jungfraujoch by train? Either Lauterbrunnen or Stechelberg. Yes i know that for cover up the both places, i have to stay for two days or something else. Kindly suggest me. Thanking You

    Anna
    Moderator
    6274 posts
    17 July 2021 at 11:01:08 #935635

    Hi Ricky121,

    I think Lauterbrunnen would be a good base for hikes to Mürren and Gimmelwald and trips to Jungfraujoch. You can search for accommodation here: http://www.myswissalps.com/lauterbrunnen/hotels

    Regards,

    Anna

    Ricky121
    Participant
    10 posts
    17 July 2021 at 11:19:22 #935636

    Thanks a lot for your advice.

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