About
Located in the Bernese Alps, the Jungfrau is the highest mountain of the three peaks that are often seen as one group: Jungfrau and the Eiger. With an altitude of 4185 meters, the Jungfrau is the highest of the three. In between the Mönch and the Jungfrau, you can find the Jungfraujoch, a saddle reachable for tourists by the Jungfrau line, a scenic railway that connects Interlaken and Kleine Scheidegg, partially through a tunnel that goes through the Eiger and Mönch. The Jungfraujoch railway station on top of the saddle is at an elevation of 3454 meters, the highest in Europe.
The Jungfrau was first succesfully climbed in 1811 by the brothers, Johann Rudolf and Hieronymus Meyer, as part of a team with Joseph Bortis and Alois Volken. It was the first Swiss 4000-meter peak succesfully climbed. They used the route via the Jungfraufirn and the Rottalsattel.
Accommodations in the region of the Jungfrau
Partially because of these famous peaks, including the Jungfrau and the notorious Eiger, this region is well-known as a wintersport destination. The villages of Grindelwald and Wengen attract travelers from all over the world to its snowy slopes in winter and its hiking trails in summer. If you are looking for fine hotel, these are worth checking out: Hotel Stechelberg visiting in one of the most beautiful place in Alps, this hotel is one of the best choice to stay in. It is a family friendly, cozy and well maintained hotel. The hotel is a family business and is endangered in the 3 generation. Hotel Staubbach offers simple, homey accommodation in one of the most beautiful valleys in the Swiss Alps. lly, Amy, Craig from California, Corinne from Switzerland are looking forward to welcoming you and hope to help make your stay in the Bernese Oberland a memorable one. Sportchalet Mürren If you are looking for a place where you can find peace and quite, you love flora and fauna and are looking for the original Bernese Oberland with its rustic character, then you can’t go wrong with the Sportchalet in Mürren is perfect for you.Grindelwald
Grindelwald Photo by Vins 64Wengen
Village of Wengen. Photo by Marcel Van Den BergeMönchsjoch hut
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Mönchsjoch hut is one of the highest mountain huts owned by the Swiss Alpine club. It is located at an elevation of 3658 meters, and is often used for ascents of Jungfrau and Mönch. However, despite the altitude, the mountain hut is easily reachable due to the Jungfrau railway. From the highest station, a secured piste over the crevassed glacier makes it possible for hikers to reach. From the hut, one can view the Aletsch glacier, the largest in the Alps.
Konkordia Hut
The Konkordia Hut is a mountain refuge in the canton of Valais, situated above Konkordiaplatz, where several glaciers meet in the Aletsch glacier system. It is located about 2850 meters above sea level and its remote location makes it a long way from villages. The shortest way to reach the cabin is via the Jungfraujoch railway station (4 hours).
Suls Lobhornhütte
This charming wooden mountain hut has great views on the Eiger, Mönch and the Jungfrau. It is located at a plateau high up in the Alps at an altitude of 1955 meters, well above the Isenfluh in the Lauterbrunnental. There are only 24 beds, making reservation necessary when planning an overnight stay. There are three different routes to reach the hut, varying from 1hour 30 minutes to 4hours 30minutes.The hut makes a good starting place for several hikes in the region.
Hiking in the Jungfrau region
With peaks like the Jungfrau, Eiger and Mönch, hikers cannot wish for a better setting for their hiking holiday. The charming villages of the Berner Oberland are a great starting point for day hikes or mult-day routes in the Jungfrau region.Hike to Konkordia Hut
Few mountain huts are more remote than the Konkordia. It is located above the Aletsch glacier system where several glaciers meet, about 150 meters above the ice. The route from the Jungfrau railway station is the shortest and therefore the most popular. However, all access routes to the hut are over glaciated terrain, so an experience of crossing it is necessary. Hiring a guide is anoption.Eigertrail
Eiger trail, Photo by Matthew SmithFirst to Bachalpsee
This easy trail is a very popular one amongst travelers as it delivers jaw-dropping views of alpine peaks and glaciers. The trail leading through meadows and alpine terrain has close to no elevation difference, so you can complete the hike in about 2 to 3 hours.Murren to Grutschalp
Another popular day hike is the wooded stroll from the village Murren to Grutschalp,located high above the Lauterbrunnen Valley. The route goes along the western plateau and crosses forests and grasslands. If offers plenty of photo opportunities of the famous peaks in the region. The hike runs parallel to the railway between both villages, making it possible to continue your journey by train half-way.Grosse Scheidegg to Meiringen
This hike leading through meadows and forests is a good option for hikers who need a bit of a challenge. The trail is more difficult than most options in the region as it gains about 1300 meters of altitude. Hiking time is about 4 hours, but make sure to provide lots of time as you will be stopping frequently to enjoy the views. The starting point is easily reachable by car or train from the village Grindewald.Lauterbrunnen to Stechelberg
A short and easy hike in the Lauterbrunnen valley. You will be granted an almost continuous view of the surrounding rock walls and pass by some beautiful waterfalls, including the famous Staubbacg-h Fall, situated just outside Lauterbrunnen.Things to do in the Jungfrau region
While hiking in this part of the Alps is an unforgettable experience,
there are many other activities to fill your day. Whether your legs need a break or you just want to enjoy some alpine views without too much effort, the Jungfraujoch railway is a must when visiting the Jungfrau region. This scenic train journey brings you to the highest railway station in Europe (3454m). From this point, you get tremendous views of the neighbouring peaks Mönch, Eiger and Jungfrau. With a guarantee of snow and ice, a visit to the Top of Europe building is the ultimate activity during your stay in the Berner Oberland.
Just west of the saddle is the Sphinx station, one of the highest astronomical observatories in the world. The Top of Europe building a little higher up has several panoramic restaurants and hiking trails leading over the crevassed glacier to the Möncsjoch Hut.
Along the way to the Top of Europe buildingis Kleine Scheidegg, another railway station at 2061m. It is situated directly at the base of the notorious Eiger North Face and the starting point of the Jungfraubahn.
The village of Interlaken, a short distance from Grindelwald, is the closest city to the Jungfrau. The name is derived from the fact that two lakes, Brienzersee and Thunersee, are connected by the river Aare that flows through the city. Interlaken has a charming atmosphere. From its center, it’s possible to see the summit of the Jungfrau. The Höheweg, an avenue between both stations, affords great views of the peak.