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Walking Holidays Jungfrau Region
Spend your walking holidays in Switzerland: With around 300km of prepared walking and hiking trails the Jungfrau Region is one of the best loved areas in Switzerland among walkers and hikers. The trails range from easy and gentle for older walkers or families with small children, to difficult for the experienced hiker. Explore the walking areas of Grindelwald, Wengen and Murren. The region abounds with cable cars, mountain railways and postal buses to make it easy for hikers and walkers to get around. Our package includes the Jungfraubahnen Pass which gives free access for 6 consecutive days to the public transport system of the region with exception of excursion trains such as the Jungfraujoch and the Schilthorn where a 50% discount is offered. The hiking map offers 76 different sign-posted walks and hikes in the area ranging from 30 minutes to 5 hours.
| Day 1: | Arrival Travel from Zürich airport to Wilderswil by train. Explore the picturesque village of Wilderswil with its traditional old chalets decked with pink and red geraniums. |
| Day 2 - 7: | Go as you please The included hiking map offers 76 different sign-posted walks and hikes in the area ranging from 1/2 hour to 5 hours. For an easy, level walk, head into the Lauterbrunnen Valley. The 4 hour walk from Lauterbrunnen to Stechelberg offers beautiful views of the valley and its waterfalls. There are also plenty of sightseeing and picnic opportunities along the way. For a great view of the famous mountain trio Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau head to Wengen and enjoy the hike up to Kleine Scheidegg. The 2h45 route winds along wide but sometimes steep paths and covers an altitude difference of approximately 800 meters. |
| Day 8: | Departure Transfer to Zürich for your return flight or rail to the UK. |
The included 2nd class Swiss Card covers travel to and from Swiss airport. Additional rail tickets can be purchased at 50% discount – ideal if you intend to also explore outside the Jungfrau Region during your week’s stay. 6-day Jungfrau Railways hiking pass also included.
3* Hotel Alpenblick This cosy 17th Century chalet hotel is situated in the picturesque village of Wilderswil. The local bus stop is 3 minutes away and train station is 10 minutes on foot from the hotel. The hotel has excellent restauraunts, bar, Bistro, cosy lounge and terrace. Due to the age of the buildings there is no lift. Each room has a shower and WC, TV, radio, telephone and a minibar.
