... Grindelwald is also home to the world's longest sledge run, at 15km long. (I think it is anyway, tell me if i'm wrong). Most of the time we were there, it was closed, as there was fresh snow which kept the piste-bashers away.
Thirdly, being based away from Grindelwald (towards the bottom ... Read review
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Advantages: Great Pistes, cracking scenary, highest pioint in Europe is here. Disadvantages: Snow not always guaranteed
...and everyone in between. Grindelwald is also home to the world's longest sledge run, at 15km long. (I think it is anyway, tell me if i'm wrong). Most of the time we were there, it was closed, as there was fresh snow which kept the piste-bashers away.
Thirdly, being based away from Grindelwald (towards the bottom of the valley, near Interlaken) I could not have access to the nightlife, so can't really judge. I did see several bars and ... more
When I informed my mates that I was going camping in The Alps, the majority laughed, the rest took the mick out of me. In all, this was a great holiday.
This was the second time that I went snowboarding, the first time was in the French Alps.
Firstly, Switzerland is renowned for being a very expensive country. This was definately not the case. A ski pass for one area of the resort cost me about £16. This lasted me for about 4 days, of non-stop snowboarding. Very cheap.
Secondly, this area has a maze of sledging runs, from devastatingly steep, to gentle, for beginners, and everyone in between. Grindelwald is also home to the world's longest sledge run, at 15km long. (I think it is anyway, tell me if i'm wrong). Most of the time we were there, it was closed, as there was fresh snow which kept the piste-bashers away.
Thirdly, being based away from Grindelwald (towards the bottom of the valley, near Interlaken) I could not have access to the nightlife, so can't really judge. I did see several bars and a cinema, so not all was lost.
This area is great for all skill levels, and one which is great value for money. If the snow comes, which is probably more often than not, then you will have a great, cheap time. Strongly recommend.
Advantages: Lovely scenery Disadvantages: Bad weather
grindelwald is an enchanting, pretty high up town in the country of Switzerland. It is also very busy with tourists from all over the World coming to pay a visit here. I can't blame them because when i went i was absolutely awe-struch at the amazing views. Towering above this lovely ski-resort is the North face of the immense Eiger. This is where the Clint Eastwood film 'The Eiger Sanction' was filmed. It is a great spectacle with an almost verticle ...
jonty.h 23.08.2000
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