UNESCO World Heritage Site

Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch

Luftaufnahme des Jungfraujoch im Winter. Im Hintergrund ist neben dem Bergpanorama der Aletschgletscher zu sehen.
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Briefly explained

Diversity worth protecting

The UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch covers an area of 824 km2. 85 per cent of the area lies at an altitude of more than 2,000 m above sea level. The World Heritage label is the highest distinction that can be bestowed on a natural landscape and it comes with an obligation to preserve its splendour for the next generation.

Summer hiking

Explore a world heritage site

Explore our UNESCO World Heritage Site this summer: check out the themed trails, multi-hour hikes, leisurely walks and digital puzzle and adventure trails.

Im hinteren Lauterbrunnental fliesst die Lütschine. Ein Haus ist von Bäumen und steilen Felswänden umgeben.
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Guided tours

Across the Aletsch Glacier in two days

Hike across the largest glacier in the Alps with an experienced mountain guide. Or why not climb the Finsteraarhorn, the tallest peak in the Jungfrau Region? Get expert advice by clicking below.

Partnership

Grindelwald’s partnership with UNESCO

In 2001, the area around the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau and the Great Aletsch Glacier was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Grindelwald and UNESCO are now ramping up their cooperation on three fronts. One of the initiatives is the launch of four new themed trails.

Das Dreigestirn Eiger, Mönch und Jungfrau in den Wolken.
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