Grindelwald is a very pretty, historic, year round resort in a spectacular setting with the backdrop of awe inspiring mountains including the Eiger. Grindelwald is also the largest base in the Jungfrau region, which includes Wengen and Murren. It shares a ski area with Wengen, but also has its own First ski area. Famous for the accessibility of its glaciers and spectacular scenery, Grindelwald celebrated its 850th birthday in 1996 and the 50th anniversary of the First Mountain railway in 1997. The first person to ski here was Englishman Gerald Fox who put his skis on in his hotel bedroom in 1881 and walked out through the hotel bar to the slopes wearing them - then followed the great and the good from around the world. Indeed the resort is busy year round and has a distinctly cosmopolitan air, attracting guests from all over the world giving a diverse ethnic mix in clientele rarely found in other resorts. As with Chamonix, Grindelwald`s history as a climbing village predates that of its skiing fame, and its mountaineering heritage remains strong. Apres Ski With so much going on in the evenings (see activities) in Grindelwald, the action in the bars fails to dominate the resort`s reputation. However there is plenty happening - initially at establishments such as the Challi, the Cava Bar in the Hotel Derby - which has live music, as does the up-market hotel Regina - or the Expresso. Late night action continues at the Mescalero discotheque and the Plaza Club. Don`t miss a full moon or torchlit descent, complete with fondue, organised by Grindelwald Sports.. Eating Out Both villages have an abundance of restaurants to choose from. • Pizzas from approx. SFr18 • Fondue from approx. SFr25. • Da Sina or Lauberhorn Treff in Wengen, Fiescherblick, Eiger and Spinne for exclusive tastes in Grindelwald. Activities • Sports centre with pool • Wellnes Centre with sauna and massage (Grindelwald) • Curling • Ice skating • Wellness • massage • Cinema • Bowling (Grindelwald) • Snowshoeing • Guided walks on prepared trails • Tobogganing (50 kms) Other Amenities • Flood-lit ski and snowboard exhibitions • Cinema • Bowling (Grindelwald) • Train to the Jungfraujoch at 3454m • Piz Gloria revolving restaurant on the Schilthorn above Mürren • English church in Wengen |
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