Grindelwald, Swiss Alps
Swiss Alps

Grindelwald

Beneath the north face of the Eiger, Grindelwald is the heart of the Jungfrau ski region, 160 km linking Wengen and the First sector. Few resorts can match its scenery or its place in mountaineering history.

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Altitude
1,034 - 2,486 m
Vertical drop
1,452 m
Pistes
160 km
Lifts
44
Snow score
80/100
Season
Dec 7 β†’ Apr 14

Pistes and lifts

What you can ski here
AlpineSnowboardSnowpark
102 marked runs
Blue
40
Red
50
Black
12
Average snow by month
105cm
Dec
155cm
Jan
195cm
Feb
185cm
Mar
115cm
Apr

Run counts and piste kilometres are indicative. Green runs only exist in France, Spain and Andorra; Italy, Austria and Switzerland start at blue. Indicative average snow depth near the top of the resort, in cm.

Where to stay

A handful of well-rated hotels in and around the resort. Pick one, then compare live prices across Booking, Expedia and Hotels.com.

Belvedere Swiss Quality Hotel Grindelwald
4.71.1k reviews
€230
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Belvedere Swiss Quality Hotel Grindelwald

Excellent Β· 1.1k reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Grindelwald, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.7/5 from 1,134 reviews). It sits about 350 m from the slopes. A upper-scale option for Grindelwald, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

β‰ˆ 350 m to the slopesUpper-scale
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€230/ night
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Eiger Mountain & Soul Resort
4.61.3k reviews
€215

Eiger Mountain & Soul Resort

Excellent Β· 1.3k reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Grindelwald, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

β‰ˆ 300 m to the slopesUpper-scale
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€215/ night
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Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald
4.21.4k reviews
€155

Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald

Great Β· 1.4k reviews

Why we like it

A long-standing favourite in Grindelwald, trusted by thousands of guests before you.

β‰ˆ 600 m to the slopesMid-range
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€155/ night
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BERGWELT GRINDELWALD | ALPINE DESIGN RESORT
4.41.0k reviews
€170

BERGWELT GRINDELWALD | ALPINE DESIGN RESORT

Very good Β· 1.0k reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Grindelwald, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

β‰ˆ 400 m to the slopesMid-range
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€170/ night
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Alpinhotel Bort
4.4991 reviews
€195

Alpinhotel Bort

Very good Β· 991 reviews

Why we like it

A long-standing favourite in Grindelwald, trusted by thousands of guests before you.

β‰ˆ 2.9 km to the slopesUpper-scale
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€195/ night
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Boutique Hotel Panorama Grindelwald
4.9156 reviews
€210

Boutique Hotel Panorama Grindelwald

Excellent Β· 156 reviews

Why we like it

One of the highest-rated places to stay in Grindelwald, with guests singling out the service and comfort.

β‰ˆ 1.3 km to the slopesUpper-scale
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€210/ night
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Ski-in/ski-out

Grindelwald is a big valley village under the Eiger; some hotels sit by the Grund and First gondolas, though most are a short walk or train hop from the lifts.

Get to know the resort

Grindelwald spreads along a green valley directly beneath the Eiger, MΓΆnch and Jungfrau, with fast gondolas whisking skiers up to the MΓ€nnlichen and the sunny First sector. Its share of the 160 km Jungfrau ski region is mostly gentle and intermediate, made unforgettable by the scenery, while neighbouring Wengen holds the Lauberhorn, the longest downhill on the World Cup circuit. Trains and lifts knit the whole region together, so a car is never needed.

Grindelwald, Swiss Alps
Grindelwald, Swiss Alps

Hotels in Grindelwald

Hotels and apartments around the lifts. Compare prices on Booking, Expedia and Hotels.com.

Plan your trip

Frequently asked questions

Is Grindelwald good for beginners?+

Grindelwald offers 160 km of pistes across 44 lifts, from 1,034 m to 2,486 m. Whether it suits beginners depends on the dedicated learner zones at the base of the slopes, so check the local ski-school options for green and blue run access.

When is the best time to ski Grindelwald?+

The season runs from Dec 7 to Apr 14, with a snow score of 80/100. The best conditions are usually from late January through February, while spring skiing in March and April brings longer days and softer afternoons.

Where should I stay for true ski-in/ski-out?+

Grindelwald is a big valley village under the Eiger; some hotels sit by the Grund and First gondolas, though most are a short walk or train hop from the lifts.

How big is the Grindelwald ski area?+

Grindelwald has 160 km of marked pistes served by 44 lifts, between 1,034 m and 2,486 m of altitude.

Is Grindelwald more for beginners or experts?+

Grindelwald counts about 102 marked runs in total. The colour breakdown above shows how they split by difficulty, a good guide to whether the resort fits your level.