Ever since my first hike to Mt. Pinatubo’s crater lake some years back, I’ve been enamored with the mountains. I did some more hikes around the Philippines and a few places in Asia.
When I got the opportunity to visit Switzerland, I carefully planned the day hikes I wanted to do in one of the country’s most popular destination, the Jungfrau region.The hike to this scenic destination starts at Wilderswil Station, which is a few minutes away from Interlaken. I and other tourists waited for the train that would take us to the Schynige Platte. The railway dates to the 1890s when it used to be steam-powered.
The trail was a series of serpentine, rocky paths with sweeping vistas. The views of the mountains, rock formations, and the lake made me stop and stare to marvel at nature’s wonders. The inclines were manageable even for children and fit seniors. It was a beautiful day to go hiking, the skies were clear, and the autumn breeze kept me cool throughout. The climax of the hike was the top of a rock formation reaching out to the sky. The panoramic views, simply put, were stunning.
As I approached Alpiglen, the trail increased in difficulty. The inclines were steeper, and the precipitous cliffs made me think twice about rushing through some parts of the trail. The last leg of the hike was the hardest. It was a steep descent that tested my leg muscles. I was elated and relieved to have reached the station. I took the cable car back to Grindelwald after a tiring but satisfying day.The jump-off point for this hike is Lauterbrunnen.
Hiking in Switzerland is accessible because of the many cable cars and trains that can take you directly to viewpoints or the start of trails. Trails are clearly marked which makes unguided adventures possible.
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