15 Tourist Mistakes To Avoid in Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen | What To Know Before You Go

Avoid these tourist mistakes! Don’t visit Interlaken, Grindelwald, or Lauterbrunnen without watching THIS first! Swiss travel tips for Switzerland rail passes, things to do at Jungfraujoch, the Grindelwald First adventure activities, and more!

Things we mention in this video:

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00:00 1 | Jungfraujoch: yes or no?
01:52 2 | What NOT to wear
03:10 3 | Switzerland weather
04:20 4 | Don’t get lost on trains
06:23 5 | Harder Kulm
07:07 6 | Why’s everything closed?
08:28 7 | Have a plan
09:31 8 | Hiking in Switzerland
11:17 9 | Don’t get rained on
12:20 10 | How to skip the lines
14:07 11 | Don’t get lost on trains part 2
14:51 12 | There’s more to Lauterbrunnen
15:57 13 | Schilthorn + Birg
17:01 14 | Ditch the rental car
18:03 15 | Buy a Swiss train pass

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// ABOUT THIS VIDEO //

If you’re planning a trip to the Jungfrau Region near Interlaken, Grindelwald, and Lauterbrunnen Valley, then here are 15 Swiss travel tips to know before you go!

• IS JUNGFRAUJOCH WORTH IT? Plus what to wear, things to do at Jungfraujoch, and when to go.

• SWITZERLAND WEATHER can change quickly. We share a local website with the best Swiss weather info (like expected minutes of sunshine or rain!)

• HOW TO NAVIGATE SWISS TRAINS in Interlaken, Grindelwald, and Mürren since those towns have multiple train stations with similar names (like Interlaken Ost and Interlaken West, Grindelwald Terminal and Grindelwald Bahnhof, etc.)

• HARDER KULM TOP OF INTERLAKEN is a great spot to enjoy the sunset! But before you wait in super long lines, consider this time-saving Swiss travel tip.

• BUYING A SWITZERLAND ITINERARY for the Jungfrau Region will save you hours of time planning your Swiss vacation!

• HIKING IN SWITZERLAND. Thankfully the trails are well-marked and the trail signs are easy to follow…if you know what they mean!

• GRINDELWALD FIRST is one of the best places to visit in Switzerland because the views are jaw-dropping! But if you want to enjoy the Grindelwald First Adventure Activities, don’t skip this video!

• IS LAUTERBRUNNEN VALLEY as impressive as they say? We think so, if you know where to go!

• SCHILTHORN has the alpine views and revolving restaurant, but THIS other place nearby has the thrills!

• SWISS TRAIN PASSES can make or break your budget in Switzerland. Here’s a huge tip!

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Ultimate Guide to Swiss Train Passes

Swiss Trip Planning Guide

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[wailupewahine]

What is with the nasty comments?
You’re both very likeable and very informative.
I lived in Switzerland decades ago and am using your videos to plan my upcoming trip. So much has changed and you’re detailing it all. Thank you!

[AngelMartinez-czdc]

You guys make the most explicit videos!…Love that you don’t miss any details. You are my new favorite!
Bravo!

[cathyfrankauski]

I REALLY appreciate your detailed and thoughtful insights in all your videos. It was very helpful in my 10 days trip in Switzerland. In addition to seeing the beautiful sights you two have suggested, I saved lots through the half fare card and the Berner Oberland Pass. Keep up the wonderful job, you guys are truly the best! By the way, it was especially nice running into the two of you in Lauterbrunnen. What a nice surprise!

[tkimwm]

Just wrapped up an amazing week in Jungfrau and we used so many of your tips, from wearing layers to renting bikes from Imboden. Thank you both so much!

[rashuninilushika]

I’m coming to Switzerland next week. I got lots of information from your channel. Thank you.

[flaviohandschin]

I am a local and I love to watch travel vlogs from here. I totally agree with all the statements in this video. One mistake I would like to add: „Focus too much on the Interlaken/Jungfrau region“. The region is of course stunning and I visit it as well every now and then, but the region is unfortunately totally overrun by tourists and therefore very pricy. Check out other places and you can find easily hidden gems in this beautiful country.

[igorsaldanha]

Amazing job! I'm staying in Jungfrau Region for 4-5 days in September and after some research I was lucky to find your content. This video is a perfect example of how helpful you are with clear, objective tips while making it entertaining too.

[jakobpeschke]

The most important tipp: DON'T GO UNPREPARED TO THE MOUNTAINS! You tend to understimate the dangers of the mountains with sudden weather changes, the cold temperatures, the exhausting routes and so on. Plan your trip, show somebody where you'll going, when you'll be back and look for emergency exits. Download your route and map to your phone, don't expect to have data everywhere. Also don't overestimate your capabilitys. I see every month news of dead tourists, and I don't want to see you on this list.

[AlansWoodworking]

Fantastic video! Everybody going to the Jungfrau region should watch this. Just to inject a bit of science here, the temperature drops 1 degree c for every 100 mtrs in height gain (adiabatic cooling) so, if your train/cable car takes you up 2000 mtrs, the temperature will drop 20 deg c.

[ki-fails]

While the Birg Thrill Walk is free, the ascent to it is not.
The winter hiking pass only goes to Mürren and costs another CHF 85 for Mürren - Birg - Schilthorn and back.
The ski pass (which includes the Schilthorn) costs less! So even if you are not a skier, get the ski pass!

[momplaygroupfouz]

I’m bing watching your videos. I absolutely love them. My sister and I and her daughter are planning a trip for next year. It was so overwhelming before I stumbled on your channel.

[wp]

This was incredibly helpful! I'm planning a trip to Interlaken with my boyfriend in August and you guys gave crucial info.

[blahblah]

very diplomatic way of saying the Jungfraujoch is an absolute rip-off for the price; it used to cost half that. Also the marketing campaign of 'Top of Europe' is 100% misleading since the Junfraujoch is not the highest peak in Europe. Save your money and skip it unless you feel the pressure from friends/family/strangers to impress get it.

[ericgol]

Made mistake 11 on a snowy night coming from Grindewald toward Lauterbrunnen, definitely wasn't fun knowing the inspectors could fine me, but in hindsight I find it funny and have a positive memory of it.

[ladhkay]

As someone prepping for Europe your Italy and this vid have been really helpful! Subbed!

[BoydXplorer]

Tnx4d info on how to go to Switzerland well prepared and saves money while travelling. Well narrated and easy to understand. Watching from DUBAI 😊

[DriverDude]

This video is so packed with useful information that it is worth watching several times. Good work!

[sato]

I just want to mention that people without experience should not underestimate white-red-white mountain trails. The ease of access all those gondolas provide lulls some people into a false sense of security. A lot of people die each year here in Switzerland in the alps. I often see tourists with flip flops or shoddy shoes descending terrain where a misstep might be deadly.

[philip]

Super helpful with all the little tips and to the point too :)

[MrGreatplum]

Great video and some excellent tips. I’ve been to this region twice (and kandersteg twice but that’s out of the area really) both times with my aunt, once when I was 10 and latterly a few years ago with my young family.

We didn’t do the jungfraujoch last time as my aunt wouldn’t have coped with the altitude. I went up there when I was 10 and thought it amazing. We hope to return next summer and we will take our kids. It’s probably a “do once only” thing though!

We stayed at the hotel derby (on Grindelwald railway station) - excellent for trainspotting!

The first is great - we loved the go carts - it’s a shame you can’t book a time!