Wengen Things To Do

With its traditional ambience, quaint cog railway and wooden chalets, the car-free town of Wengen is an idyllic Swiss ski resort, and boasts spectacular scenery and a host of non-skier activities.

 

Scenic railway rides

Tobogganing

Ice skating

Torch light descents

Sleigh rides

Winter walking trails

Curling

Paragliding

 

Swimming

Bowling

Gym

Cinema

 

The car-free town can only be reached by cog railway, which offers a scenic ride up the mountain, and a great chance to explore the area. There are health clubs in various hotels, and a Wellness Centre in Grindelwald offering a selection of relaxing treatments, such as saunas and massages. The cities of Bern and Lucerne are ideal day trips, both less than 2 1/2 hours away.

 

The dining in Wengen is varied and priced to suit all budgets, offering casual snacks and pizzas, as well as gourmet fare. Specialties include fondue and raclette, with many dishes featuring regional Swiss cheeses as well as smoked meats, sausages and mushrooms. Don't miss a trip to the Schilthorn revolving restaurant that featured in the Bond film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service' - the scene of the famous ski chase.

 

The bars and cafes get busy at the end of the day, but in general, nightlife in Wengen is fairly subdued. There are a handful of bars and a couple of discos, but most skiers choose to have a low-key evening after dinner. Evening activities include torchlight descents and local folk evenings.