LAUTERBRUNNEN-VALLEY OF THE WATERFALLS VS LORD OF THE RINGS-SEE THE SIMILARITIES/FILM CALMING MUSIC
Switzerland, the land of watches, chocolate and braises, is an excellent tourist destination for a relaxing holiday. The Swiss Alps are famous for their spectacular natural landscapes with numerous glaciers, crystal clear lakes and green meadows. This natural beauty annually attracts tourists from all over the world.
Staubbachfall Waterfall in the Lauterbrunnen (Lauterbrunnen Valley). Landscape with the Village of Lauterbrunnen. Sheep on a meadow in Lauterbrunnen. Swiss cheeses. View Waterfall of Trümmelbach Falls in Mountains (Village Lauterbrunnen). Landscape with Lauterbrunnen. Lauterbrunnen Valley.
Located at an altitude of 800 m, the village of Lauterbrunnen is a beautiful village located in a very picturesque area, in the Lauterbrunnen Valley (Valley of 72 Waterfalls) which is one of the most impressive and beautiful valleys in the Alps. Lauterbrunnen is a neat town with a variety of hotels, restaurants and shops.
The guesthouses and cabins are decorated with flowery balconies and typical alpine architecture. The village is a very popular tourist destination, famous for its beautiful scenery scenery and numerous hiking trails, but also for rock climbing and paragliding.
Both Lauterbrunnen and the tourist villages in the area are very frequented by tourists in both summer and winter, but still the best time to visit Lauterbrunnen is summer when the weather is warm and sunny. Take a leisurely stroll through the enchanting village of Lauterbrunnen.
In Lauterbrunnen you will enjoy both the village and the stunning 297m (980ft) Staubbachfall, the highest waterfall in Switzerland. STAUBBACHFALL WATERFALLS Alpine Ibex (wild goat) on mountain wall. Family of Alpine Ibex (wild goat) resting on mountain wall. The waterfall is a very popular tourist attraction due to its beauty and scenic location.
Visitors can admire the waterfall from its base, from a bridge located near the waterfall, or from a balcony located behind the waterfall, , accessible through a tunnel dug into the rock. Golden Eagle
Another waterfall worth visiting in the area is the Trummelbach waterfall, located in the town of Interlaken, upstream of Lauterbrunnen. It is the second highest waterfall in Switzerland (200 m) with an impressive flow of approximately 20.000 liters per second. Behind the waterfall the Trümmelbach Caves can be visited. Lauterbrunnen Valley
Here are some grazing sheep. And a gray squirrel that eating nearby. How beautiful is! Look and a young deer walks through a field full of flowers in the Lauterbrunnen Valley! LAUTERBRUNNEN VALLEY Amazing landscape with Staubbachfall in Lauterbrunnen. Aerial view of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. Traditional Chalets of Village in Lauterbrunnen Valley.
Aerial view of Lauterbrunnen Cows grazing in Lauterbrunnen. Aerial view of the Staubbachfall waterfall in the Lauterbrunnen. Staubbach waterfall in Lauterbrunnen. Water falling on the steep wall. Golden eagle in the Lauterbrunnen Valley. Panoramic View Of Lauterbrunnen Valley Landscape of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. A deer on a meadow in the Lauterbrunnen Valley.
And here is a squirrel. Lauterbrunnen is also a starting point for many spectacular attractions in the region. From Lauterbrunnen board the Jungfraubahn cogwheel train to visit the Jungfraujoch region. Explore the most visited region in Switzerland, the Jungfrau-Aletsch World Park (included in the UNESCO World Heritage since 2001),
Experience the ice and snow of the snowy mountains of the Jungfraujoch (also called the “Peak of Europe”) with the highest train station in Europe ( 3450 m), enjoy panoramic views of the Alps from the platform of the highest observation
Deck in Europe (the Sphinx), hike the Aletsch Glacier, the longest glacier in the Alps, 23 km long, or visit the Ice Palace, a palace built entirely made of ice, so the Jungfraujoch is an amazing destination that anyone in Switzerland must visit.
We will take the Jungfraubahn cogwheel train going up from Kleine Scheidegg, in turn accessible by train from Grindelwald or Lauterbrunnen. This railway was inaugurated in 1912, after 16 years of works.
The cost of a return ticket for the Jungfraubahn cogwheel train from Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch is CHF 204 (€214) for adults and CHF 102 (€107) for children. The journey takes about 50 minutes. Aerial view of the small mountain train in the Jungfraujoch region 2.
The train journey offers spectacular mountain views of the Alps. During the trip, you will cross tunnels dug into the rock, you will have amazing views of glaciers, valleys and waterfalls. Look and a family of ibex (wild goat) on a peak!
Here we have reached even higher! Aerial view of the small mountain train in the Jungfraujoch region 6. The landscapes become fabulous. We also see some wild deer. Here is the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe! Jungfrajoch is a mountain pass located in the Bernese Alps, known as the “Peak of Europe”.
In the Jungfrau 85% of the region is at an altitude of over 2000m, there are 9 peaks over 4000m and around 50 peaks over 3500m. We’re getting close, we don’t have much left! Once you arrive at the Jungfraujoch, you will immediately be mesmerized by the splendor of nature. The scenery is stunning.
From the top of the Jungfraujoch, you will be amazed by the Alpine wonderland of ice, snow and rock. Visit the Sphinx observation deck which offers amazing panoramic views of the Aletsch Glacier (Europe’s largest UNESCO listed glacier – 23 km long). The observatory offers views of the Alps towards Italy, France and Germany.
Visit the Ice Palace, a magical ice world with sculptures, tunnels and an ice slide. The Ice Palace is located right next to the top station of the Jungfraujoch cogwheel train.
The cost of an entrance ticket to the Jungfraujoch Ice Palace costs 14 CHF (€14.80) for adults adults and 8 CHF (€8.40) for children. Accommodation at Jungfraujoch is available but expensive. Aerial View of Great Aletsch Glacier the Largest Glacier in the Alps. Panoramic view of the Jungfraujoch. Sphinx astronomical observatory in the Jungfraujoch.
Snowy Mountain Peaks of Gemmi Pass near Aletsch Glacier Jungfraujoch. Snowy Mountain Landscape of the Aletsch Glacier. Aerial View of Great Aletsch Glacier the Largest Glacier in the Alps with a length of 23 km (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
The thickness of the glacier varies between 900 and 1200 m, reaching a maximum of 1500 m in the Konkordiaplatz area. The glacier is a truly amazing spectacle of nature that is sure to give you an unforgettable experience.
Access to the glacier: From the Jungfraujoch station, take a 45-minute walk to the glacier or take the Aletsch Glacier cable car to Moosfluh, which offers stunning panoramic views of the glacier. The Aletsch arena ski resort.
In the Jungfrau region, at the foot of the Eiger mountain, at an altitude of 1035 m, we have another top tourist attraction: Grindelwald. Grindelwald is an idyllic village of traditional wooden houses and cobbled streets, with a variety of accommodation options available,
From hotels to guesthouses and campsites, where you can enjoy the fresh air, stunning views with spectacular mountain peaks. Access is by train from Interlaken (direct) or from Lauterbrunnen (with a change at Zweilütschinen).
Thanks to its charm, Grindelwald is today a popular year-round mountain resort that attracts visitors from all over the world. In summer, tourists can enjoy hiking, cycling, rock climbing and paragliding,and in winter, the village is a skiing and snowboarding attraction.
Grindelwald also has a number of tourist attractions, including the First Cliff Walk (a path hanging from the mountain that offers spectacular views) and the Eiger Glacier. On the way to the First Cliff Walk. Swiss Alps as seen from Grindelwald – First
The First Cliff Walk is a must-see for anyone looking for an adrenaline-pumping experience with stunning views in the heart of the Swiss Alps. The First Cliff Walk (located near Grindelwald), is a spectacular walkway suspended 45 meters above the ground,
Offering visitors a unique and thrilling experience with stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys (of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, as well as the Bachalpsee lake below), making it a popular tourist attraction.
It was opened in year 2015, and the construction of this mountain-hanging path was sponsored by the watch manufacturer Tissot. The trail itself is a short one-way loop, and takes about 10 minutes to complete, but will definitely take longer as you’ll stop to take spectacular photos of the surrounding scenery.
The metal walkway ends on a suspended platform from where the view is stunning, and where you will certainly stand in line to take photos Grindelwald can be seen in the valley. Here is a group of Red Deer that running. Access to the metal walkway is by cable car from Grindelwald First.
The trip takes about 25 minutes. From the gondola station, after a short 5 minute walk you reach the footbridge. An entrance fee is required to access the Cliff Walk. The ticket costs 16 CHF (€16.80) for adults and 12 CHF (€12.60) for children. Our journey continues with the visit of the Eiger glacier.
Take the cable car from Grindelwald Terminal for a spectacular ride up to the Eiger Glacier. The Eiger Glacier is located on the north face of Mount Eiger in the Bernese Alps and is one of the most famous glaciers in the world due to its stunning beauty and deadly dangers.
The Eiger Glacier has been featured in several films and television shows, including “The Eiger Sanction” and “Cliffhanger”. The Eiger Glacier is about 7 kilometers (4.3 mi) long and 2 kilometers (1.2 mi) wide. The glacier moves at a rate of about 100 meters (330 feet) per year.
The Eiger Glacier has been retreating for many years due to climate change. The retreating Eiger Glacier is also a popular tourist attraction for climbers, hikers and tourists. However, it is also a very dangerous place. Many climbers have died trying to climb the north face of the Eiger.
The cable car does not go directly to the glacier, so at the First station (2,170 meters) you will take the Eiger Express cable car that will take you to the Eigergletscher station (2,320 meters). The cable car ride from Grindelwald to the Eigergletscher station takes about 25 minutes.
From the Eigergletscher station, you can walk to the Eiger glacier. The walk takes about 15 minutes. During the climb, with a little luck, you may also spot marmots. Near the mountain resort of Grindelwald, at an altitude of 2250 m, is Lake Bachalpsee,
A glacial lake famous for its stunning natural beauty with crystal blue water that reflects the imposing mountain peaks like a mirror, offering an unforgettable view. An easy trail of about an hour goes around the lake, so take a walk by the lake and admire the gorgeous scenery and mountain flora
Rich in multicolored wild flowers (blue gentian, yellow mountain peonies, yellow, white, purple or pink flowers). Lake Bachalpsee is a perfect setting for taking unforgettable photos, its iconic image has been immortalized in numerous photographs and paintings. Paragliding enthusiasts have many favorable places.
Access to the lake is by cable car from Grindelwald to First, then a 45 min walk to the lake. On the way back the landscape is different, you always have a view of the massive Matterhorn
So you will stop for photos again, and with a little luck you can also see brown goats. Lake Bachalpsee is an ideal and unforgettable destination for nature lovers and mountain hikers, offering an authentic experience of Swiss nature. Visit the suspended platform of Harder Kulm, a mountain peak located in the Oberland region.
Harder Kulm is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. It’s a great place for hiking, cycling, but also for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. The suspension platform is the main attraction, offering stunning panoramic views over Lakes Thun and Brienz,
Part of Interlaken and the Lauterbrunnen valley, but also over the Bernese Alps (Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, three of Switzerland’s most famous mountains) whose peaks are covered with snow. Part of the floor is made of glass, so the sensations are accentuated and sometimes there is a queue to take photos.
Harder Kulm can be accessed by the Harderbahn funicular (100 years old) which departs from Interlaken and the journey takes about 10 minutes. When you reach the top station of the funicular, walk down the alley that leads to the viewpoint.
The cost of the return ride on the Harderbahn funicular to Harder Kulm is CHF 32 (€33.55) for adults and CHF 16 (€16.70) for children (6-15 years). Wengen train station.
Wengen is a beautiful and peaceful village, located in the top mountain resorts of Switzerland, it is one of the 11 car-free villages in Switzerland, and is only accessible by train (from Lauterbrunnen) or by bus that runs to Wengen from Interlaken Ost and Grindelwald.
Located in the heart of the Swiss Bernese Alps at an altitude of 1275 m, Wengen has a stunning view of the Alps, including the Jungfrau, Eiger and Mönch peaks. Being a village where cars do not have access, walk stress-free through the town’s streets and admire the superb houses,
Some very old, but very well maintained. In winter, Wengen offers over 200 km of ski and snowboard slopes. It is also home to the annual Lauberhorn race, one of the most famous downhill ski races in the world, which takes place every January.
From Wengen you can climb the surrounding mountains by train or cable car. There are also numerous routes in the Jungfrau region, and there are over 500 km of marked trails. So sit back and enjoy the view: Wengen is a great place to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the Alps.
From Wengen station we will take the train to the village of Murren. The distance between the two villages is aprox. 5 km. Traveling by train from Wengen to Mürren is an unforgettable experience because the views from the train are amazing.
You will see the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau peaks as well as the Lauterbrunnen valley. Murren is a small alpine village in the district of Lauterbrunnen in the canton of Bern situated on a high terrace above the Lauterbrunnen valley at an altitude of 1650 m.
Access to Murren is by train or cable car, so enjoy its car-free charm and explore the surroundings its idyllic. The village offers stunning panoramic views of the Lauterbrunnen Valley, the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau Alps, three of Switzerland’s most famous mountains. Mürren also offers a variety of other activities,
Such as mountain biking, paragliding, mountaineering, and skiing in the winter. In Murren there is also a museum dedicated to the film “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”, which was partly filmed here. Mürren is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Here are some goats grazing on a meadow in Murren.
Ski Resort Zermat We will travel to GORNERGRAT (a paradise of the Swiss Alps located at an altitude of about 3100 m) and then the trip to the MATTERHORN Mountain We depart on the Gornergrat Bahn cogwheel train from Zermatt.
The cogwheel train is the easiest and most convenient way to get to Gornergrat. The journey takes about 30 minutes and offers spectacular views of the Alps, Matterhorn valley and glaciers. A return ticket on the Gornergrat Bahn costs approximately CHF 80 (€84) for adults and CHF 40 (€42) for children.
The landscapes are fabulous. In the distance you can see the Matterhorn Mountain. We are approaching Gornegrat (3100 m altitude). Here we are! Once we reach the Gornergrat we are presented with a stunning panorama of the Alps, with famous peaks such as
The Matterhorn, the Dufourspitze (the highest peak in Switzerland), the Liskamm, the Dom and the Weisshorn. All of this can be seen from the Gornergrat Viewing Platform, which is also a great place to take photos. Other attractions in Gornergrat include: 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat:
The highest hotel in the Swiss Alps, it offers luxury accommodation and a restaurant with a panoramic view, where visitors can enjoy traditional Swiss and international cuisine. The hotel is located right next to the viewing platform. Gornergrat Astronomical Observatory:
Is an astronomical observatory, where visitors can observe the stars and planets (depending on weather conditions). It is the highest astronomical observatory in Europe. The entrance ticket to the Gornergrat Astronomical Observatory costs 15 CHF (€15.80) for adults and 10 CHF (€10.50) for children. Another attraction in the area are the ski slopes.
Gornergrat is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders in winter, with slopes for all levels. There are several slopes that lead to the base of the mountain. So Gornergrat is an ideal destination for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the Swiss Alps.
The spectacular views, the relaxing atmosphere and the many activities available, make Gornergrat a unique and special place, and offer an unforgettable experience for tourists of all ages. From Gornergrat take a cable car ride to the Gorner Glacier.
Take the Gornergrat Monte Rosa cable car from Gornergrat to the Monte Rosa station. From there, take a short walk to the glacier. Visitors can admire the Gorner Glacier, one of the largest glaciers in the Swiss Alps, about 12.5 km long (year 2014) and 1-1.5 km wide.
If you want to learn more about the glacier and its formation, you can also go on guided glacier hikes. Next, we will take the cable car to the Matterhorn Mountain. The Matterhorn is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world. Hiking can be done in both summer and winter.
MATTERHORN MOUNTAIN 4480 m high (“Jewel of the Swiss Alps”). The mountain is located on the border between Switzerland and Italy, offering stunning views from both countries. The Matterhon mountain, a symbol of the Alps and of Switzerland in general, is one of the most photographed mountains in the world.
It has appeared in numerous works of art and literature, including paintings, engravings, poems and novels. It has also been featured in many films and TV shows (in the TV series “The Simpsons”, in the children’s novel “Heidi”).
Through its profile, the Matterhorn mountain has been used as the logo for the Toblerone chocolate company. With its height of 4.480 m, the Matterhorn is a popular mountain for climbers and tourists due to its distinctive shape and the spectacular views it offers.
It is a famous mountain due to its unique shape and difficulty of climbing. Because the Matterhorn mountain does not have a cable car, it offers mountaineers a new challenge – climbing the mountain. The first successful ascent after many failed attempts took place in 1865.
Since then, it has become a popular destination for experienced climbers, but it remains a generally dangerous mountain with a significant death rate. More than 500 people are estimated to have died trying to climb the mountain.
But there are several climbing routes leading to the top of the mountain, ranging from easy to difficult. To see the mountain from a unique perspective, you can take a helicopter trip. There are many companies that offer helicopter tours over the Matterhorn.
The price of the trip varies depending on the company you choose, but generally ranges from CHF 200 (€210) to CHF 500 (€524) per person for a 10-15 minute helicopter tour. There are several options to reach the Matterhorn, but the most common is by cable car.
The cable car leaves from Zermatt and goes up to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise station (3,880 m). The price of a return ticket for adults is CHF 124 (€130) and for children CHF 62 (€65). From the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise station, you have spectacular panoramic views of the Matterhorn.
You can also go hiking from Zermat, it takes about 5-6 hours to reach the top. In summer, the Matterhorn is dusted with snow and often shrouded in fluffy clouds at the summit. The Matterhorn is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Experience the stunning beauty of Switzerland in 4k resolution with this fascinating video featuring the most beautiful places and charming villages in the country and the world. From the iconic Lauterbrunnen Valley with its waterfalls to the picturesque mountain villages of Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, Zermatt, Murren and Wengen, this video takes you on a visual journey through some of Switzerland’s most enchanting destinations. You will see the most visited places in Switzerland and enchanting landscapes with local animals (cows and sheep grazing to the sound of the bell, Alpine Ibex – wild goat, golden eagle, squirrels, deer).
0:00 INTRO
2:31 LAUTERBRUNNEN VS LORD OF THE RINGS: SPOT THE SIMILARITIES & STAUBBACHFALL WATERFALL
11:16 JUNGFRAUJOCH
17:45 SPHINX PANORAMIC PLATFORM OBSERVATORY – RELAXING SCENES
22:32 THE ALETSCH GLACIER THE LARGEST GLACIER IN THE ALPS
25:14 GRINDELWALD: THE SWISS VILLAGE WHERE JAMES BOND WAS FILMED
32:05 FIRST CLIFF WALK- AMAZING WALKWAY SUSPENDED 45 m ABOVE THE GROUND
36:34 EIGER GLACIER
38:56 BACHALPSEE LAKE
41:06 HARDER KULM
42:42 WENGEN
47:42 MURREN
50:48 BY TRAIN TO GORNERGRAT 3100 m
57:38 GORNER GLACIER
58:49 MATTERHORN MOUNTAIN 4480 m (THE MOST PHOTOGRAPHED MOUNTAIN IN THE WORLD)
📌LAUTERBRUNNEN
Our journey begins with the picturesque Lauterbrunnen Valley (Valley of 72 Waterfalls) with the most beautiful village in Switzerland, Lauterbrunnen, a picturesque village nestled in a valley surrounded by towering cliffs and breathtaking waterfalls (the 297m Staubbach waterfall, the highest highest waterfall in Switzerland, Trummelbach waterfall, the second highest waterfall in Switzerland).You will see breathtaking scenery with cows and sheep grazing to the sound of the bell, golden eagle perched on the rocks, wild ibex goats, but also deer. Lauterbrunnen is a must-see destination for both nature lovers and adventure seekers.
From Lauterbrunnen, we take the Jungfraubahn train to Jungfraujoch (Top of Europe) in the scenic Jungfrau-Aletsch region (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE), home to the highest train station in Europe (3450m). On our train journey you will see fabulous scenery with majestic mountains, wild ibex goats, eagles flying above the mountains, along with which you will be accompanied by the pleasant sound of the train. At Jungfraujoch we will go to the SPHINX OBSERVATION PLATFORM which offers spectacular panoramic views over the Alps towards Italy, France and Germany. We will take a trip to the Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps, 23 km long and 900-1200 m thick.
📌GRINDELWALD
We’re going to Grindelwald, an idyllic village with traditional wooden houses and cobbled streets. From here we will take a walk on the First Cliff Walk, an activity full of adrenaline. The First Cliff Walk (located near Grindelwald), is a spectacular walkway suspended 45 m above the ground, offering visitors a unique and thrilling experience with stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys (of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, as well as the Bachalpsee lake below), making it a popular tourist attraction. It was opened in year 2015, and the construction of this mountain-hanging path was sponsored by the watch manufacturer Tissot.
We will explore the Eiger glacier and admire the picturesque Lake Bachalpsee in Grindelwald, with its crystal clear waters and surrounded by fabulous landscapes with colorful flowers.
📌THE SUSPENDED PLATFORM OF HARDER KULM
Another tourist attraction worth visiting is the suspended platform of Harder Kulm, a mountain peak located in the Oberland region. The suspended platform offers amazing panoramic views over lakes Thun and Brienz, part of Interlaken and the Lauterbrunnen valley, but also over the Bernese Alps (Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, three of Switzerland’s most famous mountains) whose peaks are covered in snow.
Part of the floor is made of glass, so the sensations are accentuated and sometimes you have to stand in line to take photos.
📌WENGEN AND MURREN VILLAGE
Our next stop is in the alpine villages of WENGEN (top Swiss mountain resort with the best skiing in the world, home to the annual Lauberhorn ski race), and MURREN, a small alpine village in the Lauterbrunnen district. Both villages are quiet, car-free and offer stunning panoramic views of the Lauterbrunnen Valley, the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau Alps and are a perfect place for hiking.
📌ZERMATT, GORNERGRAT, MATTERHORN
From Zermatt we will leave for GORNERGRAT (a paradise of the Swiss Alps 3100 m) then we will climb to the MATTERHORN (called the “Jewel of the Swiss Alps”) one of the most photographed mountains in the world, it has appeared in many works of art, paintings, in many films and TV shows (in the TV series “The Simpsons”, in the children’s novel “Heidi”). It was used as the logo for the Toblerone chocolate company.
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