Gimmelwald, Car-free mountain village in Lauterbrunnen Valley, Switzerland.
Located at 4,450 feet elevation, Gimmelwald consists of wooden chalets perched on a cliff edge overlooking the deep Lauterbrunnen Valley and surrounding peaks.
The settlement emerged as a therapeutic destination in the 1800s when visitors sought mountain air benefits and traditional Alpine experiences.
Families in Gimmelwald maintain traditional hay harvesting practices, with entire households working together to gather and store fodder for their livestock.
Access to Gimmelwald requires taking a cable car from Lauterbrunnen or Stechelberg, as the village remains free from vehicle traffic.
The village contains more water troughs for cattle than mailboxes, reflecting its commitment to preserving traditional mountain farming practices.
Location: Lauterbrunnen
Address: Kirchstatt 746a, 3826 Gimmelwald 3826
Phone: +41338551730
Website: http://hotel-pensiongimmelwald.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.54677,7.89237
Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:50
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