Very demanding and partly exposed trail to the Reeti, recommended only for experienced mountain hikers.
This technical summit trail starts in the village and leads up the sun-drenched slopes to the Reeti. The route is partly very exposed and requires experience and personal responsibility from the runner. Good shoes are essential on this route. From the summit, there is a magnificent view of the valley and Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The route continues to First, where you can take the gondola to the valley. The route is only doable under safe and very good weather conditions.
Author’s recommendation
- Free running shoe test at Backdoor Shop Grindelwald
- Refreshment & strengthening at Berggasthaus First
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Show elevation profileRest stops
Derby Hotel Bahnhof - GrindelwaldHotel Kreuz & Post - Grindelwald
Safety information
- Be cautious of streams during heavy rain
- In spring, watch for snowfields
- Beware of thunderstorms
- Exposed sections
Tips and suggestions
Roadbook
Village – Reeti - First
Reeti
Grindelwald, Bahnhof
Grindelwald
Bachseen
First
First Cliff Walk
Schutzhütte Fernandeshitta - Grindelwald
Grindelwald
Grindelwald
Derby Hotel Bahnhof - Grindelwald
Hotel Kreuz & Post - Grindelwald
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Thanks to its central location in Europe, Switzerland is served by international trains from over 12 countries. Within Switzerland, Intercity trains run directly from Basel and Lucerne to the Jungfrau Region. Travelers from Zurich change trains in Bern. The trains run every half hour.
Grindelwald
From Interlaken Ost station, we reach Grindelwald without changing trains by the Bernese Oberland Railway (BOB). Important: board the rear part of the train as it splits at Zweilütschinen. Those boarding the front go to Lauterbrunnen. The ride takes 30 minutes to Grindelwald Terminal (V-Bahn). Three minutes later, we arrive at the final stop in the village.
In Grindelwald, there are three stations (Terminal, Grund, and Village). The final stop (Village) is in the center of Grindelwald.
Directions
From Basel and Geneva, the fastest way to the Jungfrau Region is via Bern. From Zurich, the route via Lucerne and the Brünig Pass is recommended. The pass is open all year round.
From the south, the approach leads via Grimsel or Susten Pass into the Jungfrau Region. Both passes are open only in summer. Alternatively, the Simplon Pass with a subsequent car shuttle through the Lötschberg tunnel is an option.
Grindelwald
From Interlaken, follow the main road to Zweilütschinen. Here turn left towards Grindelwald. The whole journey takes about 30 minutes and leads over a partly winding route.
Parking
Grindelwald
There are three public parking garages: Eiger+ parking garage (252 parking spaces), Sports Center parking garage (160 spaces) and the new Terminal Parking (1000 spaces) of the V-Bahn. Alternatively, the parking lot in Grindelwald Grund can also be used.
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
- Trail running map Grindelwald
Equipment
- First aid kit
- Weather-appropriate clothing (always carry rain protection)
- Drink and provisions
- Mobile phone
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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