Staying in Grindelwald
Check whether an accommodation listing means Grindelwald village or the area around Grindelwald Terminal. They serve different departures, and the slopes between addresses can make a short map distance tiring with bags. Dorfstrasse links the village station with shops and the First gondola, while Terminal is the starting point for the Eiger Express. Walking estimates below begin at Grindelwald village station.
At a glance
- Best for
- Eiger, skiing, choice
- At night
- Quiet, lively in winter
- Getting around
- Train to Interlaken Ost in about 35 min
- Price level
- €€€
A larger resort village under the north face of the Eiger, about 35 minutes by train from Interlaken Ost.
Good for
- The Eiger Express and First gondolas close by
- More choice of hotels and restaurants than the other villages
- Skiing in winter and walking in summer
Think twice if
- You want the lakes and boats as part of the trip
- You dislike a busy main street at midday in summer
- You plan a short stay and want to be near the Interlaken stations
What is near Grindelwald
First gondola valley station
Walk about 15 minutes uphill along Dorfstrasse to the gondola entrance, allowing longer with bags or on icy pavements.
Grindelwald village church
Allow about 20 minutes along Dorfstrasse beyond the First gondola, passing shops and hotels on the way.
Grindelwald Terminal
Allow roughly 25 to 30 minutes downhill on foot. Take a train or local bus if carrying luggage.
Eating in Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse has a broad choice of casual restaurants, hotel dining rooms and places to buy picnic supplies. Check the walk back before choosing dinner far from your accommodation, particularly if your room lies above the main street. Around Terminal, plan evening meals around the facilities actually open during your stay.
Getting around from Grindelwald
Grindelwald village station serves trains toward Interlaken Ost and the railway toward Kleine Scheidegg. Grindelwald Terminal serves the Eiger Express and Männlichen gondolas. The First gondola leaves from Dorfstrasse. Local buses help with steeper accommodation approaches; check the stop and final service for your address.
Hotels in Grindelwald
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Other areas of Interlaken
Staying in Grindelwald
Are Grindelwald and Grindelwald Terminal the same station?
No. They are separate stops with different mountain connections. Check your ticket and accommodation address carefully before deciding where to leave the train.
Where should I stay for the First gondola?
Look along the village section of Dorfstrasse near the gondola entrance. Check the gradient from your accommodation as well as the distance.
Can I walk from the village to Terminal?
Yes. Allow roughly 25 to 30 minutes downhill from the village station. The return climb takes more effort, especially with luggage.