Winter activities in Grindelwald
44 lifts and cable cars invite you to come and have fun in the snow. The three regions of Grindelwald–First, Kleine Scheidegg–Männlichen and Mürren–Schilthorn open up far over 200 km of slopes, including six to
twelve kilometre-long runs down to the valley of various degrees of difficulty.
Over 50% of the slopes are equipped with snow-making machines. Kleine Scheidegg, an el dorado for skiers, lies in the heart of the Jungfrau Region at the foot of the world- famous Eiger north face. This, the largest ski region in the area comprises over 19 modern lifts and 110 km of perfectly prepared runs and therefore belongs to the most popular winter sport region in Switzerland. The region is accessible from both Grindelwald and Wengen.
On Kleine Scheidegg the world-famous Lauberhorn run is an absolute must for all experienced skiers and snowboarders. The sunny slopes in the First area offer mainly easy to intermediate runs. For winter sport novices and families there is a separate «slow zone» of 2 kilometres in length. The trendy Terrain park on Bärgelegg and the superpipe at Schreck- feld station offer snowboarders no end of fun in the snow .Mürren-Schilthorn, located between 1650 and 3000 metres, is the highest winter sport area in the Bernese Oberland and guarantees top snow conditions right into spring.
The 12 km-long black Inferno Run, with a descent of over 2000 metres, is an ab- solute highlight. Freeriders never cease to be impressed by the 30 to 45 degree off-piste slopes.
Ski Regions
Kleine Scheidegg - Männlichen
Lies in the heart of the Jungfrau Region and at the foot of the world-famous Eiger North Face. The Kleine Scheidegg-Männlichen ski paradise comprises of 19 modern lifts and 110 beautifully prepared slopes and belongs to the most popular winter sport regions in Switzerland.
Grindelwald-First
Bärgelegg-Snowpark, Grindel-Superpipe, Oberjoch-Run with timing, Boardercross, 50 km of skiing fun and even a "30 limit" zone, the Grindelwald-First ski area is an absolute must for ski and snowboard fans and those aspiring to be it.
Mürren-Schilthorn
At an altitude of 1'650 m - 3'000 m, Mürren-Schilthorn is the highest winter sport resort in the Bernese Oberland and guarantees optimal ski conditions well into spring.
Bodmi
With it's sunny location and beginner's lift, the nursery slope on Bodmi is the ideal area for beginners of all ages.
Ski / Snowboard / Telemark
Ski
Grindelwald is the winter sport resort of superlatives and also the biggest village in the Jungfrau Region. With its 3 areas First, Kleine Scheidegg-Männlichen and Mürren-Schilthorn Grindelwald offers unlimited fun on the slopes.
Snowboarding
The Jungfrau Region is a paradise for not only skiers, but also excites the heart of snowboarders.The latter can have fun on the countless slopes but, above all, in the snowboard parks on Grindelwald-First and Mürren-Schilthorn.
Cross-country skiing
The Alpine topography of the Jungfrau Region offers little space for Nordic cross-country skiing. The views of the mountains, though, are all the more spectacular.
Telemark
Telemark – rediscover the origins of skiing.
Freeride
An off-piste descent in powder snow will always be the ultimate experience in winter sports, regardless whether on skis or snowboard.
Ice climbing
The fascination of the ice – scale the frozen waterfalls and icicles in the Jungfrau Region.
Ski touring
Looking for kilometres of perfect powder snow runs amidst an unspoilt eternal glacier world?
Snow-Shoe-Trekking
A delightfully different way to explore Mürren's wonderful winterworld!
There is so much to do no matter your age and ability, Grindelwald has something very special to offer you.
Visit the Grindelwald Tourist Board web site for more details.
Tourist Brochures
The Jungfrau tourist board produces a brochure packed full of helpful information for things to see and do in and around Grindelwald. These brochures are well worth a look and give you insight into how much the area has to offer.