Lauterbrunnen: E-Bike Waterfalls Tour & Swiss Picnic

Summary

Ride past waterfalls and taste real Swiss cheese in Lauterbrunnen Valley

You’ll cycle past Lauterbrunnen’s famous waterfalls on an e-bike with a local guide, step inside thundering Trümmelbach Falls, and share a real Swiss picnic surrounded by alpine meadows. Expect glacier water so cold it stings and stories you’ll want to remember long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

Picture this: you’re gliding along a narrow path in Lauterbrunnen Valley, cliffs rising up like something out of a fantasy movie, and Staubbach Falls tumbling down right there in front of you. I could hear the water before I saw it — this constant hush that somehow made everything else quieter too. Our guide, Andreas (who grew up nearby), had us stop to refill our bottles straight from a glacier stream. The water was so cold it almost hurt my teeth, but honestly? Best water I’ve ever tasted.

The e-bikes made the ride feel almost too easy at first — until we hit a little uphill stretch where I realized, yeah, you still have to pedal! Andreas kept us laughing with stories about the valley’s old legends. We parked outside Trümmelbach Falls and went inside the mountain. It’s loud in there — like standing next to a jet engine but wetter. The air smells like stone and moss. My shoes got splashed (should’ve worn boots), but I didn’t really care because watching 20,000 liters of water thunder through rock is kind of hypnotic.

I didn’t expect to love the picnic as much as I did. They spread out a cloth right in the middle of these wildflower meadows — bread that actually crackled when you broke it, smoked sausage that tasted smoky for real (not like supermarket stuff), and cheese with this nutty bite. There were vegan things too, which my friend was relieved about. I just sat there for a while looking at those impossible cliffs and thinking how small you feel in places like this. Not sure why that feels good, but it does.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — E-bike tour through Lauterbrunnen Valley

• Start guided e-bike tour to Lauterbrunnen
• Visit Staubbach Falls landmark
• Explore Trümmelbach Waterfalls inside mountain
• Enjoy Swiss picnic in Lauterbrunnen Valley

Top questions

Is the Lauterbrunnen e-bike tour suitable for beginners?

No, this tour requires at least intermediate biking skills and confidence riding a bicycle. A short test is done before starting.

What age do you have to be for the Lauterbrunnen Valley e-bike tour?

Participants must be at least 16 years old and accompanied by an adult who signs the disclaimer.

Are vegetarian or vegan options available for the Swiss picnic?

Yes, vegetarian or vegan options are available on request for the picnic lunch.

Is entry to Trümmelbach Falls included in the tour price?

Yes, your entry fee to Trümmelbach Falls is included in the tour package.

What happens if it rains on the day of my Lauterbrunnen bike tour?

The tour operates in light rain with free rain gear provided; heavy rain means cancellation at no charge.

Are there weight or health restrictions for joining this e-bike tour?

Yes, maximum weight is 110 kg (240 lbs) and participants should have moderate fitness without spinal or serious heart issues.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel?

No hotel pickup is included, but public transportation options are nearby for easy access.

Can children join this Lauterbrunnen Valley waterfalls bike tour?

No, children under 16 are not allowed on this tour due to safety reasons.

What’s included

Your day includes use of an e-bike (with helmet), bottled water you can refill from glacier streams along the way, entry fees for Trümmelbach Falls inside the mountain, guidance from a local expert who shares stories as you go, plus a full Swiss picnic served outdoors among waterfalls and meadows before heading back together.