Is Grindelwald closer to Zurich or Geneva?

Nearest Airports to Grindelwald Therefore the main gateway airport is Zurich airport, which is about 2 hours drive away. Basel Airport (or “EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg” to give it its full name), and Geneva airports are slightly further away.



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Interlaken's nearest airport is 122 km/76 mi away located in Zürich with a travel duration of about 2 hours via car or train. Interlaken is 217 km/135 mi east of Geneva and 56 km/35 mi south of Bern.

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Travelling from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald by train You won't have to worry about airport transfers either – the train station is just a few minutes away by foot (located just below Terminal B). Sit back, relax and let the SBB train whisk you through the beautiful Swiss scenery in under three hours.

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Zurich is smack in the middle of Switzerland, and while this may not be a bad thing if you want to explore the inner parts of the country, if you are planning to have Switzerland as a stop-over on a Euro tour, Geneva may be the best option.

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The first step is to take a train from Zurich to Lucerne. Then you'll take the GoldenPass line from there to Interlaken. The last leg is from Interlaken to Grindelwald. Lucerne makes a picturesque stop on the journey between Zurich and Grindelwald.

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Swiss Travel Pass/GA travelcard: Your return ticket to the Grindelwald valley station is included in the price.

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From there, you can take a train to Zermatt, which is three and a half hours from Geneva and four and a half hours from Zurich by road.

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Long prominent in banking and business, Zürich has been energized by its emerging art scene, newly popular neighbourhoods, and an influx of immigrants that have contributed to its revived youthfulness and diversity. Zürich has become one of the most vibrant cities in 21st-century Europe.

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Geneva is on average 1-2 degrees warmer than Zurich throughout the year, although both experience warm summers and cold winters. In summer, Zurich's river/lake swimming and lido culture comes alive. It's also possible to swim in Lake Geneva, which is a popular summer destination.

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One of Europe's most cosmopolitan cities, Geneva has served as a model for republican government and owes its preeminence to the triumph of human, rather than geographic, factors. It developed its unique character from the 16th century, when, as the centre of the Calvinist Reformation, it became the “Protestant Rome.”

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You'll also have ample time to enjoy the stunning panoramic views and capture stunning shots. However, if you're unable to dedicate a full day, we suggest spending a minimum of 4-6 hours at Grindelwald First.

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