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WiseChoices t1_itvza4m wrote

Wonderful.

But Bob Ross would add some happy little trees.

  • Maybe a waterfall.

  • Maybe a cozy cabin.

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Fleadip t1_itw7k0m wrote

Walked up the hill from Grindelwald to the resort where you catch the train to The Top of the Alps. Right next to The Eiger. Epic hike and unforgettable vistas. Very few places come close to how magical it is there.

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MotheroftheworldII t1_itw7paw wrote

This is such a beautiful area in Switzerland but, I don't remember any place in Switzerland that is not beautiful. We we lived in Europe many, many decades ago we would ski in this area and would ski from Kliene Scheidegg to Grindelwald for lunch. We had a local instructor who loved just skiing through the mountains on trails to get to another town for a great meal.

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TravelingTJ OP t1_itw9odq wrote

I took this photo while on an incredible 10 day journey around Switzerland. It was one of the most amazing trips I've ever taken and the scenery was absolutely stunning. This particular photo was along a hike to Bachalpsee and it was certainly a highlight.

If you'd like to follow along and see more of my photos from Switzerland and other travel adventures, check out my instagram @switchbackimages

Thanks for stopping by :)

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jumpup t1_itw9r86 wrote

surprised they would name a mountain range after a harry potter villain, but it looks quite nice

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MotheroftheworldII t1_itwa375 wrote

Replying to TravelingTJ (#243,933)

We were lucky to live in Germany for 3 years. This was so long ago that we were in West Germany. We got to ski in Switzerland, Austria, and Germany. It was an amazing experience. Especially glacier skiing in August.

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ZonalMithras t1_itwap1l wrote

Dumbledore digs these epic views of Grindelwalds slopes 🧙‍♂️

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Idzabun t1_itwb6fy wrote

Nature is so beautiful it sometimes look unreal

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Darathin t1_itwgvl1 wrote

Replying to LeroyoJenkins (#242,952)

My wife and I summitted Schreck Schilthorn on the hiking trail from Lauterbrunnen. Four to five hours my ass. We were pushing at the top to catch the last gondola down.

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escaperexcavator t1_itwoyxh wrote

I visited this very spot in July but it was a very cloudy day. Seeing pictures of the region with clearer skies is giving me the biggest FOMO of my life. I'll be back, Jungfrau...

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cmcdonal2001 t1_itwq57y wrote

This is an awesome view. I can't imagine what it looks like for that paraglider.

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reecewagner t1_itwtx5q wrote

I thought Grindelwald was a Harry Potter thing

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msptk t1_itx26q4 wrote

I hiked this same path in August and it was crazy how empty it was. Every one too the Cable-car up and leaving a beautiful and empty hike. I can't recommend Grindelwald enough.

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iTwango t1_itx2ndg wrote

Love Grindelwald!

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DieLegende42 t1_itx2r8a wrote

Replying to Darathin (#244,934)

There's a few things that don't quite check out here:

>on the hiking trail

You don't hike up the Schreckhorn. It's a serious mountain that requires rock climbing of UIAA degree III at the very least

>from Lauterbrunnen

You wouldn't ascend the Schreckhorn from Lauterbrunnen. You'd just have to cross into the Grindelwald valley first

>Four to five hours

Obviously not. It's almost 2000 metres above the closest hut, nevermind Lauterbrunnen, which is another 1500 metres further down and 15 kilometres away as the bird flies

>the last gondola down

There are no gondolas anywhere near the Schreckhorn

I heavily suspect you are not actually talking about the Schreckhorn.

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McFlyyouBojo t1_itx78b2 wrote

Oh no! Run away! It's got crimes there! I e seen the movie!!!!

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appenz t1_itx7bc1 wrote

Replying to DieLegende42 (#247,290)

Maybe Schilthorn? Also starts with "Sch" and is doable in a half day from Lauterbrunnen.

And 100% agree that he wasn't talking about Schreckhorn. I have hiked in the Bernese Alps and done some of the easier technical climbs. Schreckhorn is one of the hardest peaks in the area.

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Mythdefied t1_itxat08 wrote

I wanna know how many people are having a TIL moment realizing Grindelwald is an actual place

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SanJOahu84 t1_itxbwhk wrote

I just watched that movie The Ritual so this part of the world is creepy to me now.

Is it always overcast?

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ConRS42 t1_itxby3s wrote

You gonna rish that airdrop to the left?

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TravelingTJ OP t1_itxd4ca wrote

Replying to SanJOahu84 (#248,329)

That was such a good movie, didn’t love the ending but the suspense through the rest of the movie was awesome.

It’s clear a lot of times, however in fall it can definitely be more wet and overcast.

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nomadofwaves t1_itxjbs4 wrote

we celebrated my gf’s25th bday in Switzerland. It’s so damn beautiful.

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Seppseb t1_itxkani wrote

Is there a sub for seeing faces in objects?

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kiki0xo t1_itxmf38 wrote

Beautiful picture 😻

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bman2881 t1_itxntda wrote

Anyone else see the dragon in the mountain near the bottom?

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jewbagulatron5000 t1_itxnuul wrote

I was just in this spot last week. Amazing, wish I would have had an extra day to do more hikes due to weather it was hit or miss.

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AgrajagTheProlonged t1_itxodib wrote

The Alps seem like they have some of the most dramatic landscapes on the planet

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pfresh331 t1_itxpb9j wrote

The lonely mountain, our homeland.

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boywindows10 t1_itxpiql wrote

Any Talk About Swiss Mountain's Like Any Swiss Mountain's

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R2collins1958 t1_itxqy4n wrote

From this location you can like up to the Bachalpsee and on to the Faulhorn. Wouldn’t be surprised if this is what OP meant. No one just hikes up either Schreckhorn and not in five hours!

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musical_hog t1_itxrzyy wrote

Grindelwald was the most breathtakingly beautiful place I've ever been. It was like a dream waking up to those mountains each morning.

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Ohio_Gothic t1_ity6wfo wrote

That place was amazing, even though it was mostly rainy the couple days I was there. Still the most beautiful place I've ever been.

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TravelingTJ OP t1_ity7cfi wrote

Replying to geniusdeath (#252,290)

This is actually on the hike to Bachalpsee. So taking the gondola from Grindelwald to First and then starting along the trail from there! I think it’s the other side of Grindelwald if I’m not mistaken. Cheers!

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king_gondor t1_ityaoxc wrote

Unbelievable!!!! TIL there's actually a place called GRINDELWALD in Switzerland. What's the favourite name for babies there then? Is it Gellert!?

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Chefnut t1_itycz6a wrote

I was there a few months ago. Most incredible and magical place I’ve ever been.

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BunniesAreReal t1_itye3lv wrote

it looks like a sleeping dragon. Nature be crazy beautiful

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o0- t1_ityj7p6 wrote

r/FarPeopleHate

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_maxx-power_ t1_ityqk0m wrote

Replying to LeroyoJenkins (#242,952)

My wife and I hiked to the Glecksteinhütte this past summer .. nice hike and as always, gorgeous views! Many do it as a day hike, but staying at the hut is great for the sunset / sunrise views. Can't forget to mention how the meals at these huts are also always great!

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gregorianballsacks t1_ityx9xr wrote

Replying to Darathin (#244,934)

Yep. Hiked a lot growing up and in my 20s. NW US into Montana.

Switzerland humbled me and my husband. Our Intro/warmup hike ended up being our only hike. Not only were we beat to hell by the trail that took much longer than we were told, our equipment gave out. His shoe broke. My walking stick ate shit. Our backpacks both ripped. All my research was fuck all. I'll join a tour next time with older people instead of trying to figure it out solo. Shits wild. And the $$$ is no fucking joke.

Humbled. And after driving through the country no wonder they are "neutral". Ain't nobody gonna attack that shit.

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cupris_anax t1_ityz6ty wrote

View from Dragonsreach. The shrine of Azura is somewhere on that mountain.

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9Skyline6 t1_ityzldg wrote

Awesome Photo! Love the composition and the colors.

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kesavadh t1_itzbh2h wrote

I know the lonely mountain when I see it.

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UmamiPrusik86 t1_itznjf7 wrote

Best view of Mailbox Peak that I've seen to date

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