Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen – Switzerland’s Fairytale Valley & Alpine Playground

Switzerland never disappoints, but if you want to feel like you’ve stepped into a postcard, spend a couple of days exploring Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen — two of the most breathtaking places in the Bernese Alps. We based ourselves in Grindelwald, a lively alpine village nestled beneath the towering north face of the Eiger. From here, we hiked to Bachalpsee — an easy-to-moderate trail starting from First (you can take a cable car up), where the lake reflects snow-capped peaks like a mirror. Unforgettable. Then came Lauterbrunnen, often called “the valley of 72 waterfalls” — and it truly feels like a dream. We strolled through the valley floor, surrounded by vertical cliffs and cascading waterfalls, especially the famous Staubbach Falls, which plunges nearly 300 meters straight down. Every angle is camera-worthy. We also detoured to Mürren, a traffic-free mountain village perched high above the valley, reachable by #naturelovers#alpine#hiking#switzerland#travel funicular + cable car — and the views of the Jungfrau, Mönch, and Eiger from up there are surreal. Tips: Visit Bachalpsee early in the day for calm water and reflections Lauterbrunnen is gorgeous even in cloudy weather — moody vibes and dramatic waterfalls If you're into more hiking, try the Grütschalp → Mürren trail (easy and scenic) Whether you’re chasing waterfalls or alpine peaks, this region will steal your heart. One of the most magical places I’ve been to in Switzerland!