After more than 11 years living in Switzerland, Phuong Nam (1998, Tra Vinh) has had the opportunity to travel and explore the picturesque country. "Switzerland is a fairly safe country with majestic natural scenery and peaceful people, a place everyone wants to visit at least once. If you intend to travel to Switzerland, the following 5 destinations should definitely not be missed," Phuong Nam shared with Travellive.
Grindelwald, dreaming like a muse among the majestic mountains
Grindelwald is as beautiful as a dream fairy among majestic mountains and hills.
Nestled in the Lütschen valley below the towering Wetterhorn, Grindelwald is Switzerland's first and oldest resort town, and Europe's most popular. The dramatic mountain scenery surrounding the idyllic village is a true reflection of the Swiss countryside.
Located at the intersection of three famous rugged mountain ranges: Eiger, Wetterhorn and Mettenberg, Grindelwald village has a cool, fresh atmosphere and peaceful natural landscape. "Just walking around the village and looking at the typical wooden houses located between the hillsides and along the valleys here is a worthwhile experience," she commented.
Grindelwald is the first and oldest resort in Switzerland in particular and Europe in general.
The idyllic scenery in Grindelwald.
You should book tickets in advance for activities in Grindelwald because it is very crowded with tourists.
"If you are an active person, you should try sledding from Grindelwald First. However, Grindelwald in general or First Mountain in particular is a crowded tourist destination, you should book tickets in advance to experience it," Phuong Nam said. In addition, you can also try Tissor's First Cliff Walk - walking across a suspension bridge with a 40m long rope.
Gimmelwald, sweet as a fairy tale
"Compared to Grindelwald, Gimmelwald makes me feel really excited because of its peaceful life and gentle lifestyle. If you don't like crowded tourist destinations like Grindelwald, Gimmelwald is the perfect choice for you," Phuong Nam suggested.
Gimmelwald is peaceful and has few tourists.
Pretty little houses in Gimmelwald.
Located halfway up the mountain between Stechelberg and Mürren, at an altitude of 1367 m, Gimmelwald is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village of Gimmelwald looks like a real-life fairy tale with its flower-decorated wooden houses, a cheese warehouse in the middle of the village and cattle grazing around it.
Gimmelwald is a paradise for outdoor adventurers, with hiking, climbing, paragliding, and skydiving in stunning scenery. If you like conquering waterfalls, hike down to the foot of the Lauterbrunnen valley to see the majestic Trummelbach Falls - Europe's only underground waterfall. Alternatively, you can challenge yourself with a hike from the village of Gimmelwald to Tanzbodeli to enjoy the beauty of the famous Alps.
A beer hall in Gimmelwald.
Landing Safely in Iseltwald
Iseltwald is located on the southwestern shore of Lake Brienz, nestled between hills and mountains. It is about a 15-minute drive from the tourist center of Interlaken. Iseltwald has a long and varied history as a popular holiday village.
Iseltwald has a fresh, clean and extremely pleasant atmosphere. Activities such as walking around the village, rowing on the lake or exploring the mountains are quite popular here. In addition, you can also explore the beautiful scenery of Lake Brienz, take a cruise around the lake or conquer the Augstmatthorn mountain when coming to Iseltwald.
It takes only 15 minutes to reach Iseltwald from Interlaken.
Iseltwald has long been a popular tourist destination.
Sweet, poetic scenery at iseltwald.
Of course, Iseltwald Landing Stage is a must-see, the romantic setting featured in the hit movie "Crash Landing on You" where Jeong-hyeok plays the piano for Se-ri. After the movie, this place has been visited by many tourists. Perhaps that's why this area has now started charging tickets to tourists who want to take pictures in the middle of the legendary bridge.
The "sought after" scenery in Iseltwald.
This area now charges admission to visitors who want to take photos.
Get away from the hustle and bustle of life when you visit the village of Mürren
Murren seems completely isolated from the hustle and bustle.
Take the cable car to see the full beauty of Murren.
Located at an altitude of 1650 m above sea level, the village of Mürren seems completely isolated from the bustling world outside. If you have the opportunity to travel to Switzerland in the summer, do not forget to experience the cable car to see the panoramic view of the picturesque village of Mürren.
Mürren is the perfect choice for trekking enthusiasts. Crossing the winding trails around the Alps with hundreds of colorful wildflowers and majestic waterfalls in Mürren will make your journey to explore Switzerland more complete.
"Heaven on Earth" Lauterbrunnen
Lauterbrunnen is a must-see destination for those who love natural waterfalls. This village is hidden deep inside the valley - Lauterbrunnen has up to 72 majestic waterfalls with heights of hundreds of meters. It is not an exaggeration to say that Lauterbrunnen is "heaven on earth".
Lauterbrunnen has 72 waterfalls.
Lauterbrunnen is not only charming with its green lawns, interspersed with the white, blue, pink, and purple of wildflowers; and the houses imbued with the Swiss mountain identity. This village also has a poetic beauty with herds of cows leisurely grazing on the fields, occasionally hearing the very pleasant jingling sound in the magically peaceful setting. In the eyes of Phuong Nam, Lauterbrunnen is a village filled with cuteness in every corner.
Lovely view at Lauterbrunnen.
Strolling on the cliffs, crossing the green meadows dotted with yellow moonflowers, visiting an ancient castle and breathing in the delightful freshness of nature... Lauterbrunnen is beautiful in both summer and winter. But Lauterbrunnen in particular, or other villages in Switzerland in general, will be more beautiful in summer, when the weather is cool but still has warm rays of sunshine, the scenery appears as beautiful as a painting.
When the sun comes up, the villages in Switzerland become even more enchanting.
Notes on traveling to Switzerland
Basically, Switzerland is a peaceful country and quite safe to travel. You can "relax" and focus on enjoying the beauty of nature here. However, there are also some notes about traveling to Switzerland that you should know to have a smooth trip.
1. Accommodation
You can choose homestay (European group host) or rent Airbnb to optimize costs. It is recommended to rent in the Interlaken area (center) to have more choices and more affordable prices at the above tourist destinations.
2. Move
Public transport in Switzerland is very popular, available almost everywhere. You should choose trains, buses to travel or you can also rent a car to explore. However, the cost will be a bit high.
3. Best time to travel to Switzerland
In summer (mid-May to mid-September), the weather is sunny and cool, suitable for sightseeing and experiencing. Around September to November, the temperature is colder when Switzerland enters autumn, which is also a suitable time choice. You should limit your travel in March - April because of the changing seasons, unpredictable rain and sunshine.
The sun is out from around 6am to 9pm in the summer, so your day is longer. Even though it is summer, the nighttime weather is quite cold, so be sure to bring warm clothes for your trip.
4. Closing Hours
Most shops here close at 6pm. They may close earlier or not open on holidays. They are closed on Sundays.
