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- Grindelwald
Grindelwald
The holiday destination of Grindelwald is a picturesque,
traditional mountain settlement at the foot of the Eiger Mountain,
surrounded by spectacular alpine landscapes. Popular as both a
summer and winter holiday spot, it offers miles of slopes and
hiking trails across the Alps, and for non-skiers there are a huge
variety of winter activities, from tobogganing to groomed winter
hiking tracks. For skiers there are three distinct areas to choose
from, with slopes for beginners, intermediates and the challenges
of the Eiger glacier for the experienced; as well as lift links to
Wengen and Mürren, making this one of the best holiday resorts from
which to explore the Jungfrau region.
Information & Facts
Language
The three official languages are Swiss German, French and
Italian. A few people speak Romansch, but this is confined to the
southeastern corner of the country. Most people know at least three
languages, including English.
Money
The official currency is the Swiss franc (CHF) divided into 100
rappen (German) or centimes (French). Although not part of the EU
many prices are nonetheless indicated in Euros and some merchants
may accept Euros. Visa, MasterCard and American Express are widely
accepted and ATMs are widespread; many are equipped with the Cirrus
or Maestro system. Banks offer the best exchange rates for
travellers cheques and foreign currency, but it is also possible to
exchange money at major hotels, main train stations and airports.
Banks are open Monday to Friday.
Time
Local time in Switzerland is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between March and
October).