Hiking

Unforgettable mountain experiences in the Jungfrau Region

In the Jungfrau region, you simply can’t go wrong when it comes to hiking. Perfectly signposted trails lead to mountain peaks and alpine lakes, down into valleys or along babbling streams. Whether you're in it for the pure enjoyment or chasing ambitious goals, this is Switzerland at its most beautiful.

Puzzle fun for children
Puzzle fun for children
Lily's Puzzle Trail satisfies children's curiosity and urge to run around (4–11 years). Those who answer all the questions correctly at the nine posts can choose a small prize.
- 1967 m
- Time required ~ 45 minutes
Swiss Flower & Panorama Trail
Swiss Flower & Panorama Trail
The Schynige Platte is home to a unique floral display in the Alpine region. Those who follow the Swiss Flower & Panorama Trail are right in the middle of the rich alpine flora. What there is to admire changes from month to month. The trail leads from the railway station to the mountain hotel.
- 1967 m
- Time required ~ 30 minutes
Detective Trail from Grütschalp to Mürren
Detective Trail from Grütschalp to Mürren
Solve riddles while learning about local nature: a treasure awaits at the end of the detective trail from Grütschalp to Mürren! This makes hiking fun even for the little ones.
- 1656–1492 m
- Time required 2,5 hours

More hikes with the family

Jungfrau Eiger Walk
It cannot be conquered by everyone, yet it can certainly be admired: the Eiger North Face. If you are looking for a gentle walk, you can marvel at the Jungfrau Eiger Walk at close range.
- 2321–2062 m
- Time required ~ 1 hour
Bort Alpine Playground
On the 700-square-metre playground, children can experience the Alps through play: damming a mountain stream, greeting marmots and squirrels, or balancing on nets and ropes.
Fun and games “On the Alps”
At the Winteregg children’s playground, children will meet lovingly hand-carved alpine animals, while the grown-ups enjoy breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
- 1578 m
Panorama Playground & Viewpoint
While the children play on the slide and balancing path, the adults enjoy the panoramic mountain views.
- 1322 m
Panorama Swing Winteregg-Mürren
The wind is whistling in your ears, the mountains are getting closer, your heart is beating faster: experience a new perspective on the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau – on the Panorama Swing at the Winteregg restaurant.
Lily the cow, the companion
As the mascot, Lily the cow accompanies little visitors to Schynige Platte on the whole journey: on the train journey, at the photo point at the mountain station and on the varied paths through her home.
- 1967 m

In one hour to the world-famous Lake Bachalpsee
In one hour to the world-famous Lake Bachalpsee
It's not hard to discover the beauty of Lake Bachalpsee: a well-maintained hiking trail leads to the “blue jewel” of the Alps in less than an hour. The start and end point is the First mountain station.
- 2265 m
- Time required ~ 2 hours (return trip)
Harder Kulm circular route
Harder Kulm circular route
A wide panoramic trail through pleasantly shaded forest: easy to walk and with beautiful views.
- 1443–1293 m
- Time required ~ 1 hour
Hike with plenty of panorama
Hike with plenty of panorama
Flowery alpine meadows, exhilarating views of the lakes below and the grandiose panorama of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau: the panorama hike with the mountain station as start and finish offers so much Switzerland in a short time.
- 2230 m
- Time required ~ 2 ½ hours

More relaxed hiking routes

Hike Grütschalp–Mürren
The pleasure of hiking from Grütschalp via Winteregg to Mürren with a fantastic view of the three peaks of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. There's a comfortable journey back to the departure point via rail.
- Time required ~ 1 h 15 min
- All year round available, except for maintenance work
Hike Breitlauenen–Schynige Platte
The pleasure of hiking with a stunning panorama from the Breitlauenen Station up to the mountain station of Schynige Platte Railway.
- 1542 m
- Time required ~ 1 h 30 min

Eiger Trail
Eiger Trail
Experience the wall of walls up close! From the Eigergletscher Station, the Eiger Trail winds along the imposing Eiger North Wall down towards Alpiglen.
- 2348–1616 m
- Time required ~ 2 hours
Mountain View Trail
Mountain View Trail
High above the spectacular Lauterbrunnen Valley, the Mountain View Trail leads across flower-filled alpine meadows to the Allmendhubel – with fantastic views of the world-famous triumvirate.
- Time required ~ 2 hours
High altitude hike Schynige Platte - First
High altitude hike Schynige Platte - First
The Schynige Platte is the starting point for one of the most beautiful high-altitude hikes in Switzerland. The scenic tour leads in around 6 hours along the Loucherhorn and over the summit of the Faulhorn to the Bachalpsee and to Grindelwald-First.
- 2681 m
- Time required ~ 6 hours

More hikes for experienced walkers

Along the downhill course – Lauberhorn Trail
Only those who have walked the longest downhill course in alpine ski racing on foot know how much courage it takes to race down it on skis.
- 2316–1098 m
- Time required ~ 3 h 25 min
Mönchsjochhütte: A hike across the glacier
Hike to the highest manned hut in Switzerland on a marked footpath directly across the longest glacier in the Alps.
- 3658 m
- ~2 hours
- Open from end of March until mid-October (depending on weather conditions)
Exposed ridge hike across the Hardergrat
The Hardergrat is one of Switzerland’s most spectacular ridge hikes, offering breathtaking views of the Bernese Alps and Lakes Brienz and Thun. An unforgettable adventure for sure-footed hikers.

More hikes in the region

You can find the current status of the hiking trails here. Hiking and accessing the trails is done at your own responsibility and risk. The trail conditions are provided as recommendations.

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Jungfrau Travel Pass (3–8 days) including boats
from CHF 165
from CHF 165
Jungfrau Travel Pass (3–8 days) including boats
Discover the Jungfrau Region – stress-free with just one ticket. The Jungfrau Travel Pass offers you unlimited travel in one of the most beautiful mountain regions in Switzerland.
- Multi-day pass (3–8 days) incl. ships
Unlimited Jungfrau Summer Pass
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03.04.2026 – 29.11.2026
from CHF 449.–
Unlimited Jungfrau Summer Pass
Any number of trips within the area of validity throughout the season, including unlimited trips to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe.
- Season pass

Mountain Restaurant Kleine Scheidegg, 4 people with drinks.

Culinary delights with a view

Whether wholesome and down-to-earth or something a little more refined – from Swiss classics to international favourites: there's something to suit every taste. All accompanied by a stunning view of the Alps.

Exploring restaurants

Winter walking Kleine Scheidegg Männlichen in front of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau

Winter hiking in the Jungfrau Region

Immerse yourself in magical winter landscapes away from the hustle and bustle of the pistes. All you'll hear on the prepared paths is the crunching of your shoes.

Discover winter hikes!