Grindelwald -From Chocolate Box Chalets To The Menacing Eiger

Grindelwald Ski resort is situated amidst the scenic breathtaking beauty of the Jungfrau Mountain range, beneath the North Face of the menacing Eiger. The village remains unspoilt with a tradition of hospitality and friendliness and is a pretty sight to behold, with its abundance of “chocolate box chalets.” Grindelwald is one of the worlds oldest and most cosmopolitan Ski resorts and is home to the legendary Lauberhan World Cup Ski run, adding to the excitement of Grindelwald skiing. Grindelwald Ski holidays offer something for everyone with plenty of activities and an excellent sports centre. There are friendly bars and restaurants to wet your appetite with a couple of nightclubs for those looking for a livelier night.

The World Snow Festival takes place every year in this picturesque village where sculpturers show off their wonderful ice sculptures to the delight of young and old. The charm of this beautiful setting attracts families and couples alike with Grindelwald Ski weekends becoming ever popular. Grindelwald Hotels range from Luxury to value for money apartments or the much loved chalets. Grindelwald Flights are available from most UK Airports all bookable online at Holiday Hypermarket!

Piste Fact File On Grindelwald

• Total Runs 75
• Longest Run 15km
• Total Lifts 44
• Cross Country 30km
• Snowboard Park 1

Beginners - Grindelwald has excellent English speaking Ski schools and there are nursery slopes just above the village. These include a new blue piste at Oberjoch. This is a slow speed zone.

Intermediates – There are unlimited opportunities to improve your technique in Grindelwald with access to the fantastic Jungfrau Top Region. There is an exciting 8km run down from Oberjoch to Grindelwald.

Advanced – The advanced skier is spoilt for choice with the famous Lauberhan World Cup downhill run or the exhilarating Black run which starts at the foot of the Eiger.

Snowboarding – There are two half pipes in the region, a jump park at Wengen plus a terrain park at Schreckfeld plus some excellent runs for beginners.

Apres-ski – The liveliest resort in the region with quality restaurants, bars and two nightclubs. Other activities include bowling, cinema, skidoo rides, ice skating and snowshoeing.

Transfers – From Zurich approx 2hrs 15mins and from Geneva, approximately 3hrs.

Features of Switzerland Ski Resorts

Key facts

• Language – German most widely spoken, French and Italian are also spoken
• Currency – Swiss franc
• Flight time – Approx 2hrs
• Season – November - April

Features

• Top class Ski schools and slopes
• Quality après ski
• Great snow fall
• Superb scenery
• Breathtaking views
• Unspoilt charm
• Guaranteed good quality of high standards and service
• Fantastic European cuisine