Cross-Country and snowshoeing (2007/08 prices)

Grindelwald: This area has approximately 15.5 km of cross country trails including a few sunny runs up on Bussalp and skating and cross-country runs in Grindelwald Grund. Use of the slopes are free although it is recommended that you buy a cross country sticker as a donation to for the maintenance of the trails. The sticker costs CHF35 per week.

Here a map of the Grindelwald cross-country terrain.

Wengen and Mürren: Wengen does not have a cross-country run, but cross-country skiers are well catered for in the lovely Lauterbrunnen Valley. The 12 km Lauterbrunnen - Stechelberg piste glides along the banks of the Weisse Lütschine River into the far end of the valley, catering for both classic and skating styles. In Blumental, high above Mürren, you'll find the sunny 2 km Mürren -Sonnenberg run.

The Ski and Snowboarding Schools, the Tourist Information Centers and various sports shops organzie various snowshoeing treks including a one day trek around snow covered villages or a two day trek with a fun-filled fondue evening and overnight accommodation in a high-Alpine mountain hut.