Grindelwald & Wengen Twin Centre Ski Holiday

Experience The Best of Both Resorts With Our Twin Centre Ski Holidays

With proximity to the airport and great connections between the resorts, it's easy to spend a few nights in both Grindelwald and Wengen.

Example Itinerary:

• Arrive in style via Swiss rail transfers from Zurich Airport
• Check into your hotel in Grindelwald
• Enjoy 2-3 days exploring the region
• Check out of your hotel in Grindelwald, leaving your bags behind
• Swiss Rail's door to door express service means that your luggage will be collected and transferred between resorts
• Ski all day
• Check into new hotel in Wengen to find your luggage ready and waiting
• Enjoy another 2 or 3 days skiing
• Depart from Wengen back to Zurich

All of our itineraries are based around what you want, so we can chop and change anything and create a holiday completely bespoke to you. Give us a call on 01962 587777.

There are two great hotels to choose from in both resorts:

Grindelwald Hotels:  Hotel Kreuz and Post & Hotel Schweizerhof

Wengen Hotels: Braunbär Hotel & Spa & Hotel Victoria-Lauberhorn

 

Pricing

Example pricing for one week in February. 

28th February - 4 nights at Hotel Kreuz & Post in Grindelwald, followed by 3 nights at Hotel Victoria-Lauberhorn in Wengen.

£1,533 per person based on 2 people sharing a double room.

Price includes 7 nights bed & breakfast hotel accommodation,  Swiss rail transfers, express delivery of luggage between the resorts.

Got a specific date in mind?

Get in touch with our Ski Experts to get a quote for your Grindelwald and Wengen twin centre ski holiday on +44(0)1962 587777 or at hello@flexiski.com.

Wengen and Grindelwald offer different experiences. Here's a comparison of the two:

1. Location & Access

Wengen: A car-free village perched on a sunny plateau, accessible only by cogwheel train from Lauterbrunnen. The village has a traditional, quiet alpine charm

It provides a more relaxed, tranquil atmosphere due to the lack of cars and is ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Grindelwald: A larger, more accessible resort that can be reached by car. It's located in a valley and is busier and more cosmopolitan than Wengen.

The town is more commercial, offering a wider range of shops, bars, and restaurants. It also tends to have more tourists due to its accessibility.

2. Ski Terrain & Access to Slopes

Wengen: Skiers in Wengen have direct access to the Kleine Scheidegg-Männlichen ski area. The ski runs here offer stunning views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains. It's ideal for intermediate skiers, with plenty of long, scenic blue and red runs. Wengen is also home to the famous Lauberhorn downhill course, one of the longest and most iconic in the world.

Grindelwald: Grindelwald provides access to two main ski areas: First and Kleine Scheidegg-Männlichen. First is known for its wide-open, sunny slopes, which are ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers. It also offers opportunities for off-piste skiing and snowboarding, plus some fun terrain parks. Like Wengen, Grindelwald provides access to the Kleine Scheidegg area but also has quicker access to Mürren-Schilthorn via train.

Wengen

3. Atmosphere & Accommodation

Wengen: Smaller, more traditional, and quieter. The absence of cars gives Wengen a serene, almost timeless feel, and it's popular with families and couples looking for a laid-back alpine experience.

The accommodation tends to be more focused on chalets and traditional alpine hotels.

Grindelwald: A larger, more bustling village with a greater variety of accommodations, ranging from luxury hotels to budget hostels.

It has a livelier après-ski scene compared to Wengen, with more options for dining, nightlife, and shopping.

Grindelwald

4. Activities Beyond Skiing

Wengen: Excellent for winter hiking and tobogganing. The views are stunning, and the peaceful environment makes it a good destination for relaxation.
It has fewer off-slope activities compared to Grindelwald, but its proximity to the Lauterbrunnen Valley offers additional hiking and sightseeing.

Grindelwald: Offers a wider variety of non-skiing activities, including snowshoeing, sledding, ice climbing, and paragliding.

The area also has more modern facilities, including an indoor sports centre with swimming pools, which makes it more suitable for families and active travellers.

5. Scenery

Wengen: The views from Wengen are iconic, especially with the towering peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau looming above the village. It has a postcard-perfect alpine charm.

Grindelwald: The views from Grindelwald are equally spectacular but more varied. Being in the valley, it feels more enclosed by the surrounding mountains, particularly the north face of the Eiger, which dominates the skyline.

6. Apres Ski & Nightlife

Wengen: Wengen’s après-ski scene is much quieter and more refined. It is focused on relaxed bars and cozy restaurants, ideal for a more low-key, family-oriented experience.

Grindelwald: Grindelwald has a more vibrant après-ski scene with a variety of bars, restaurants, and pubs. There's more nightlife, though it’s still not as lively as some of the bigger Alpine resorts like Verbier or Zermatt.

In Summary:

Wengen: Best for those seeking a tranquil, car-free village, stunning alpine scenery, and easy access to long, scenic runs. Ideal for families, couples, and those looking for a quieter experience.

Grindelwald: Better suited for visitors wanting a larger, more vibrant resort with a greater range of activities, nightlife, and more ski terrain options. Perfect for more active families, groups, and skiers who want variety.

Highlights of The Jungfrau Region

Skiing the Jungfrau region in Switzerland is an incredible experience, offering some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Swiss Alps. The Jungfrau region includes famous resorts like Grindelwald, Wengen, and Mürren, all of which provide access to a wide variety of ski runs, ranging from beginner to expert levels.

Here are some highlights of skiing the Jungfrau region:

1. Spectacular Scenery: The region is dominated by the majestic peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains. The views, especially from higher altitudes, are stunning, with panoramic vistas of snow-covered peaks, glaciers, and alpine valleys.

2. Diverse Ski Terrain: The Jungfrau region boasts over 200 kilometers of ski slopes. Mürren is known for its challenging slopes, including the famous Schilthorn run. Wengen offers long, scenic runs, while Grindelwald is ideal for families and has a wide variety of terrain parks.

3. Iconic Runs: One of the most iconic runs in the area is the Lauberhorn downhill racecourse in Wengen, which is the longest downhill run on the World Cup circuit. Skiers can also enjoy skiing down from the Schilthorn, made famous by the James Bond movie On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.

4. Glacier Skiing: The region offers access to the Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps. Though the glacier itself is more for sightseeing, nearby slopes offer excellent skiing opportunities.

5. Jungfraujoch: If you're not just about skiing, you can also take the Jungfraujoch railway, which climbs to the "Top of Europe," the highest railway station in Europe at 3,454 meters. From there, you can explore ice caves, snow hikes, and enjoy the incredible views.

6. Non-Skiing Activities: The Jungfrau region is also famous for activities such as tobogganing, snowshoeing, and winter hiking. There's even a scenic train ride up to Kleine Scheidegg, where you can take in some of the best mountain views in Europe.