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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Staubbach Falls

Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 35 2026
Staubbach Falls

A free-falling drop of about 297 metres from a sheer cliff sends fine spray across pastures in the valley. A flat path from Lauterbrunnen station leads to the falls, then stairs and a tunnel climb to a platform behind them.

Highlights

  • Free-falling drop of 297 metres
  • Viewing platform behind the falls
  • Fine spray near the base

Good to know

  • Walk of about 10 minutes from the station
  • Stairs and a tunnel to the top
  • Expect long queues in peak season

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