Grindelwald at a glance
- Ideal for
- Skiing facing the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau
- Arrive by train: station in the village
- Families: Bodmi Arena in the middle of the village
- Less suitable if
- On a budget? Allow CHF 79 to 83 a day
- Skiing in one go: First and Männlichen not linked
- April skiing everywhere: First closes 29 March
Weather, snow and webcams in Grindelwald
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Snow report · Avalanche bulletin
Where to stay in Grindelwald
Recommended hotels for your budget
Comfort
What to do in Grindelwald besides skiing
Grindelwald piste map and ski area
Beginners: Bodmi Arena in the village · fun runs at First and Kleine Scheidegg
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial.
Grindelwald lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Jungfrau Ski Region · 1 day | CHF 79 | CHF 38 |
| 1 day · high season | CHF 83 | CHF 38 |
| Jungfrau Ski Region · 6 days | CHF 404 | CHF 183 |
| 6 days · high season | CHF 424 | CHF 183 |
2026-2027 prices · In CHF · child aged 6–15 · high season 19 Dec→3 Jan, 30 Jan→28 Feb and weekends (1 day) · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in Grindelwald
Book your skis before you go
- 1 Skiset shop in Grindelwald, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset and Snowrental: one shop each, at Buri Sport · about ten rental shops in the village
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Children's group lesson, 1 day (3h) | CHF 89 |
| Children's group lesson, 5 days of 3h | CHF 339 |
| Private ski or snowboard lesson, 1h | CHF 129 |
| Private ski or snowboard lesson, full day (5h) | CHF 439 |
Day nursery with meals from age 3 at the Bodmi Arena (OUTDOOR), from CHF 20.
When to ski in Grindelwald
Best time: January to March
Getting to Grindelwald
On site
Dorfstrasse 110, 3818 Grindelwald
Where to eat and unwind in Grindelwald
Bars at the edge of the runs, then the village pubs and bars, including the Mescalero nightclub
Restaurants in the resort
Restaurant specialising in all kinds of fondue
📍 Hotel Derby, centreRustic Stübli of the Hotel Kreuz & Post
📍 Village squareNorthern Indian dishes, view of the Alps
📍 Dorfstrasse 193Asian dishes, family setting, on the main street
📍 Dorfstrasse 1555-course tasting menu, more than 450 wines
📍 Boutique Hotel GlacierOne Michelin star
📍 Hotel BelvedereMountain restaurants
Spa and relaxation
28–31 °C pool and children's pool, in the centre of the village
Entry from CHF 10Mixed saunas from age 16, pool included, no time limit
Entry from CHF 30Sauna or fitness access, spa day CHF 210
Entry from CHF 30Japanese bath and sauna, non-residents by reservation
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Frequently asked questions
When does the Grindelwald ski area open?
The Wengen-Kleine Scheidegg area opens on 21 November 2026, Männlichen on 12 December and First on 19 December, snow permitting. Last day is 25 April 2027 at Kleine Scheidegg.
How much is a lift pass in Grindelwald?
The Jungfrau Ski Region pass costs CHF 79 for an adult day (CHF 83 in high season) and CHF 404 for 6 days (CHF 424 in high season). Child aged 6 to 15: CHF 38 a day, CHF 183 for 6 days.
Are First and Männlichen linked?
No. First starts from the centre of the village, Männlichen and Kleine Scheidegg from the Grindelwald Terminal. You go from one to the other by bus or train; the same pass covers both, and Mürren too.
Can you get to Grindelwald without a car?
Yes. Take the Berner Oberland Bahn train from Interlaken Ost (about 30 min). From Zurich airport, allow about 3h by train, 4h from Geneva.
Is Grindelwald good for beginners?
Yes: the Bodmi Arena, in the middle of the village, has four magic carpets and a drag lift. There are also fun runs for children at First and at Kleine Scheidegg.
Can you go up to the Jungfraujoch with the pass?
Not directly: with a ski pass, the “Top Ticket” costs CHF 63 for the Jungfraujoch, from 1 December to 30 April.
Sources and method
Resort profile: jungfrau.ch, grindelwald.swiss, wikidata.org
Lift passes: jungfrau.ch
Accommodation and restaurants: grindelwald.swiss
Equipment rental: skiset.com, snowrental.com, grindelwald.swiss
Getting there: grindelwald.swiss, jungfrau.ch, omio.fr, router.project-osrm.org
Webcams: grindelwald.swiss
Ski area: outdoor.ch, jungfrau.ch
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Snow on the ground: MeteoSwiss and SLF (CC BY 4.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: Robert Campbell KOR, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons · Paradise Chronicle, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons · Albinfo, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · hrs51, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons · Chin tin tin, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons.
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