Bachalpsee Lake

Grindelwald, Switzerland

Bachalpsee is an alpine lake near Grindelwald, Switzerland, famed for its mirror‑like surface that reflects the Schreckhorn and nearby glacier‑capped peaks. Accessible by a well‑marked hike, it offers a quintessential high‑altitude experience without an entry fee.

Why choose Bachalpsee Lake

You’ll find a quiet, high‑altitude perspective that city views can’t match, with the lake’s calm surface turning the surrounding mountains into a living portrait. The hike itself adds a gentle workout and a sense of arrival that other lake spots lack.

Visit tips

• Start early in summer to avoid mid‑day crowds on the trail.
• Allow 2–3 hours for the round‑trip hike and lake time.

Plan your visit

• Entry: Free to visit
• Rated 4.8 by 658 reviewers
• Tags: hike, mountain views, photography, family friendly

More things to do in Grindelwald

• Glacier Canyon - Gletscherschlucht
• Wetterhorn Aufzug
• Alpiglen
• Pfingstegg - Grindelwald Paradise
• Museum Grindelwald
• Alpinhotel Bort

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