The Swiss village of Lauterbrunnen, along with Grindelwald in the next valley, are among the most popular tourist destinations in the Jungfrau Region of the Bernese Alps Lauterbrunnen with it’s towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and snow capped mountains, serves as the entrance to the Jungfrau Region and is commonly known as The Valley of 72 Waterfalls Lauterbrunnen Valley includes the beautiful villages of Wengen, Mürren, Gimmelwald, Stechelberg and Isenfluh. Lauterbrunnen is overlooked by the mountains of Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau Historically Lauterbrunnen is first mentioned as early as 1240 as ‘in claro fonte’ Clear Fountain and in 1304 it was mentioned as Luterbrunnen Nestled in the Swiss Alps, the captivating village of Lauterbrunnen is home to a close-knit community of around 2,300 residents where the melodic tones of the German language echo through the streets, adding to its authentic charm The sign approximately translates to 'Soul of man, how like you are water, destiny of man how like you the wind' Lauterbrunnen, aptly named "many fountains" in German, is renowned for its stunning waterfalls A journey here is never complete without marvelling at these natural wonders, especially the famous Staubbach Falls in the Bernese Highlands Visit the famous Staubbach Waterfall, rising to a height of 300 meters, it ranks as Switzerland's third-tallest waterfall and is among Europe's highest free-falling cascades A built-in viewing platform allows close-up appreciation of the Staubbach waterfall in Lauterbrunnen At night, the lit waterfall seems surreal, like a live postcard A brief, steep hike takes you behind the falls for an unparalleled view of the valley through cascading water. This magical experience is free and offers amazing views The word "Staub" means "dust" in English, an apt name for the Staubbach waterfall in Lauterbrunnen. The mist from this waterfall scatters like dust, lightly moistening the nearby areas with its revitalising spray J. R. R. Tolkien's 1911 hike from Interlaken to the Lauterbrunnen Valley inspired the enchanting landscape of Rivendell in The Lord of the Rings The real valley's beauty breathed life into the fictional dwelling of Elrond Half-elven, capturing the imagination of Tolkien's readers Love our walking tours, please consider Buying us a Coffee, link in description below, it really helps to keep the cameras rolling, thank you Kirche Lauterbrunnen. In 1832, the church in Lauterbrunnen, which had now become too small, was replaced by this new church At the beginning of the 1930’s, the church was renovated and received its current appearance. The characteristic church tower received a new roof in 1955 In 1488, the bishop of Lausanne consecrated the small Gothic church of St. Andrew. Since then, two bells have been calling for the divine service Sunday after Sunday in the valley The smaller one, called Lötschenglocke, is now in the valley museum and the larger one, seen here, in front of the main entrance to the church We really hope you are enjoy exploring the delightful village of Lauterbrunnen with us, all from the comfort of your own home, there is so much still to see You can hop on the bus to see the Trümmelbach Falls just a short distance away. Europe's largest subterranean waterfall, featuring 10 smaller cascades from the Jungfrau Glacier Accessible via underground tunnels and elevators, it is best visited early to avoid crowds. A waterproof jacket is advisable, as getting wet is part of the experience Lauterbrunnen's intimate blend of shops, restaurants, cafes, homes, and scenic beauty creates a charming Swiss paradise that irresistibly captivates all who visit Built in 1912, the Jungfrau Railway takes you on a 5.6-mile journey from Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe Inside the Eiger and Mönch mountains, it boasts two observation stations where passengers can glimpse fabulous scenery through windows carved into the mountain side A trip from Lauterbrunnen includes a train change at Kleine Scheidegg, adding to the adventure Explore the Jungfraujoch mountain at 3464 meters above sea level. The journey to the "top of Europe" begins at Lauterbrunnen station, continues to Klein Scheidegg, and finishes on the Jungfraubahn Enjoy stunning views of the 22 km Aletsch Glacier and peaks like Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Visit the UNESCO-listed landscape, the Ice Palace, and the Sphinx Vantage In Lauterbrunnen and surrounding regions, hiking enthusiasts can explore over 500 km of well-marked trails These include the 45-minute Alpweg crossing under the Grütschalp cable car, the 1-hour Mürren to Almendhubel Flower Trail showcasing 150 plus flower species the 1-hour Panoramaweg village walk, the 2-hour round-trip Wasserweg by magnificent waterfalls, the easy 1-hour trail from Mürren to Grütschalp suitable for all ages and the popular Eiger Trail from the Eiger Glacier Railway to Grindelwald. Many trails offer convenient cable car access and guesthouses for refreshments Schilthorn, a 2790-meter summit, offers panoramic views of over 200 peaks, including Jungfrau, Mönch, and Eiger. Reachable by cable car, the journey offers vistas of waterfalls and rock faces Thrill-seekers can try the 200-meter-long Thrill Walk cliff pathway. At the summit, Piz Gloria, famous for the 1969 James Bond film with a revolving glass-floored restaurant overlooking the Swiss Alps in the Jungfrau region, more on this in a later video Paragliding in Lauterbrunnen offers thrill-seekers a bird's eye view of the valley and surrounding mountains With a skilled pilot guiding the flight, no experience is needed. The activity lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes with online booking available The White Lütschine is the glacial river that runs through the Lauterbrunnen Valley, alongside the road and rail tracks 5,000 gallons of water gush past you every second The force drags about 20,000 tons of boulders and sand each year from within the Jungfrau. Churning and foamy, the water appears opaque white The source of the river comes from melting snow high in the mountains, thus making it a very pure and clean source of water Iron ore mining in the late 16th century shaped the history of the area but enriched only noble landowners, leaving widespread poverty This hardship led many villagers in the 17th and 18th centuries to seek opportunities as mercenaries or emigrate to far-off lands like the Carolinas in the United States From Lauterbrunnen you can visit one of the many beautiful villages in the Jungfrau Region Wengen, a car-free village in Lauterbrunnen, is reached by a 12-minute ride on the iconic yellow train The journey is filled with breathtaking views enchanting as the village itself, with its charming chalets and magical vistas from its higher elevation Another must see village is Grindelwald, the second-largest village in the Jungfrau region after Interlaken Trains and cable cars readily transport visitors into the heart of the surrounding mountains, making it a gateway to natural beauty Watch our Grindelwald Walking Tour by selecting it from the link in the description In Switzerland, cows are revered not only for their gentle appearance but also for the delectable products derived from their milk. Imagine a country without milk, cheese, or chocolate With the average Swiss consuming nearly 370kg of dairy products per year, the demand for these delightful treats is insatiable, making the presence of cows an essential and cherished part of the landscape We hope you enjoyed your walk with us, until the next time please keep safe and happy, see you soon
