A Gimmelwald Stroll

Enjoy a quiet moment with me in Gimmelwald, a little traffic-free village in Switzerland surrounded by alpine splendor. It was the evening magic hour, and I was just poking around the village, in perfect peace. The sun sets early when the sky is squeezed between mountains.

BTW, it was a handful of discoveries like Gimmelwald back in the late 1970s that I called my “Back Doors.” And these gems were the special destinations upon which I established my business, which back then was called “Europe Through the Back Door.” I’ve noticed that I’m kind of sentimental when I visit now — and when they still tickle my wanderlust, it makes me unspeakably happy.

[Barolo]

Beautiful village, we were there today Rick

[Glorybound]

I think I could set up a rocking chair and sit there all day in complete peace. What an amazing area.

[ronniecaptain]

Stayed there a decade ago. It is the most beautiful place I have been.

[AnnieKopf]

Thanks for sharing this wondrous place with us! I pray to visit there someday. Glory to God!

[quills]

I can't even imagine living in some place so beautiful. Don't get me wrong, there's beauty everywhere and we get indifferent to what we see every day, but I can't imagine ever getting used to living in a place like that. Every day I'd look out the window and be awed. Thanks for sharing!

[MJReal]

Biked to Gimmelwald today from Isenfluh. It is a special place.

[dr.geraldcase-blanchard]

Thank you for sharing such an intimate and personal moment. Would love to visit one day. I believe that’s the same village you featured in your Christmas special. You are an amazing person. Thank you!

[KatMadeAVideo]

We spent a few days there last year because you recommended it, and it was truly unforgettable.

[leejimmy]

Been there twice, without a doubt one of the most beautiful villages in Switzerland. Paradise on Earth.

[clprez]

I went to Gimmelwald about this time of year 25 years ago, based on Rick's books. It was absolutely wonderful. I can still remember all the wildflowers I saw while hiking around

[DragonKingGaav]

I was in Lauterbrunnen three years ago and I had such an amazing time!

[danieldatcu]

OMG Rick!!! What a beautiful place !! Thank you so much for sharing!!
I’m form Europe too, but I’m stuck here in California with my business. I’m so glad that I can see those beauty through your channel. I’ve always dreamed about sunny California, but my heart is still there! Keep on traveling!

[kevaanatif]

I love you rick steves ur seriously a god for me!!! I love everything u do!!

[laritalovesmakeup]

Beautiful and relaxing part of the world. 💖

[cherylb]

“.... It just makes you thankful.” Yes it does. Thank you Rick Steves for sharing this❣️👏🏻🎁🖼

[임영권-qs]

My life number 1 fantastic beautiful national Switzerland..😍

[bethroesch]

I have followed you around the world for years now. Funny you said it looks like a painting because that's exactly what I was thinking. Thank you

[rickedwards]

Thanks Rick ! It’s on my bucket list .

[letsseeyoutravel]

Hey Steve ...I have been watching you for a very long time and wanted to thank you for your dedication to travel and the videos you produce every year.
You make it look so easy and fun. I myself love to travel ... got bit by the bug back in the late 70's when I was 16 years old. I try and go some place new every year.
This summer Im heading for Thailand, Laos, Bali, Lombok, Singapor and France..Burgundy France. Southeast Asia would be a wonderful place for you to go.

[mediumrick]

Perfect timing Rick, we're headed there next month. Thanks for the inspiration.