Trümmelbach Falls
Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
A series of glacier-fed waterfalls that thunder through a narrow rock gorge, reached by a tunnel lift and a stepped path. The spray soaks the walkways, so bring a rain jacket; the site is seasonal and closed in winter.
The Trümmelbach Falls in the Lauterbrunnen Valley consist of ten cascades inside the mountain, reached by stairs, bridges and a lift. Interlaken Tourism calls them the largest underground waterfalls in Europe. At high water, up to 20,000 litres per second thunder through the rock, especially during the snowmelt from April to June and the glacier melt from June to September. The gorge was opened up to visitors from the late 19th century.
Expect wet, slippery paths and wear sturdy footwear. The site is open seasonally, from April to early November (as of October 2026). It is not suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs, and children under four and dogs are not admitted. There is a self-service restaurant with a terrace on site. From Interlaken, the valley takes about 40 minutes to reach.
- Nearest town
- Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 46.5994, 7.9094
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Switzerland: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t pay the heavy vehicle charge instead of the vignette. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Camping GletscherdorfCampsite11 km from Trümmelbach Falls · 60 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- JungfrauCampCampsite11 km from Trümmelbach FallsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Manor FarmCampsite12 km from Trümmelbach FallsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping au lac, RinggenbergCampsite12 km from Trümmelbach FallsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- FrutigresortCampsite19 km from Trümmelbach FallsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- GrassiCampsite21 km from Trümmelbach FallsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
All campsites in Switzerland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Trümmelbach Falls?
Trümmelbach Falls is in Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland, at GPS 46.5994, 7.9094. It is about 10 km from Interlaken.
Can you camp near Trümmelbach Falls?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Schützenbach, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 50 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Trümmelbach Falls?
Places worth a stop nearby: Lauterbrunnental (1 km), St. Beatus Caves (13 km), Iseltwald (14 km) and Giessbach Falls (17 km).
When is the best time to visit Trümmelbach Falls?
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)