«Crash Landing on You» Filming Locations in Switzerland: Every Spot in the Bernese Oberland with Directions, Iseltwald Fee and Best Time

Quick answer: According to the Jungfrau Railways, the South Korean series «Crash Landing on You» was filmed on the Jungfraujoch, at Grindelwald-First, at Kleine Scheidegg and at Eigergletscher. According to the Jungfrau Zeitung, the jetty in Iseltwald, a boat on Lake Brienz, the Grandhotel Giessbach, the Sigriswil Panorama Bridge and the Victoria-Jungfrau hotel in Interlaken were also used.
Key facts at a glance
- Mountains: You reach the Jungfraujoch, First with Schreckfeld, Kleine Scheidegg and Eigergletscher from Grindelwald by train or gondola (jungfrau.ch).
- Lakes: Iseltwald and Giessbach are on Lake Brienz, the Sigriswil Panorama Bridge is above Lake Thun.
- Iseltwald: Since spring 2023, the jetty costs CHF 5, paid by card at the turnstile. In 2024, the turnstile was used almost 50,000 times according to blue News.
- Sigriswil: The suspension bridge is 340 m long and crosses the 182 m deep Gummischlucht gorge. Adults from 16 pay CHF 8 according to freizeit.ch, children are free (as of June 2026).
- Best time: early morning for Iseltwald, a clear day for the Jungfraujoch and First. The boat and the Giessbach funicular mainly run from April to October.
- Outside the Bernese Oberland: Lungern in Obwalden and several spots in Zurich.
All filming locations in the Bernese Oberland
| Location | Area | How to get there | Cost | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jungfraujoch | Jungfrau Region | from Grindelwald Terminal by Eiger Express and Jungfrau Railway, about 45 min | CHF 249.20 return from Grindelwald incl. reservation, from CHF 129.60 with Half Fare Card | only on a clear day |
| Eigergletscher | Jungfrau Region | Eiger Express from Grindelwald Terminal, 15 min | part of the Jungfraujoch ticket | change here to the Jungfrau Railway |
| Kleine Scheidegg | Jungfrau Region | Wengernalp Railway from Grindelwald or Wengen | from CHF 40.60 | on the way back from the Jungfraujoch |
| Grindelwald-First and Schreckfeld | Jungfrau Region | First gondola from Grindelwald, 25 min to First, Schreckfeld is the station before | from CHF 38 with Half Fare Card | First gondola closed for maintenance until 27.11.2026 |
| Iseltwald jetty | Lake Brienz | from Interlaken Ost by boat in about 45 min (April to October) or by PostBus | CHF 5 at the turnstile | early in the morning |
| Boat on Lake Brienz | Lake Brienz | from Interlaken Ost | boat ticket | April to October |
| Grandhotel Giessbach | Lake Brienz | boat to Giessbach See, then 5 min by funicular | funicular ticket per giessbach.ch | funicular in 2026 from 03.04. to 06.12. |
| Sigriswil Panorama Bridge | Lake Thun | bus from Thun or Gunten to Sigriswil, timetable on sbb.ch | CHF 8, children free | open all year |
| Victoria-Jungfrau hotel | Interlaken | in the center of Interlaken | – | on good days, paragliders land opposite |
Sources: jungfrau.ch (filming locations, prices), Jungfrau Zeitung of 09.09.2020, blue News (July 2025), freizeit.ch (June 2026), giessbach.ch (funicular flyer 2026), interlaken.swiss and sbb.ch (boat), switzerlanding.com (directions to Sigriswil and Iseltwald). Prices as of October/November 2026.
Day 1: the mountain locations from Grindelwald
- Eiger Express: 15 minutes from Grindelwald Terminal to Eigergletscher, change there to the Jungfrau Railway.
- Jungfraujoch: Plan about 2 hours at the top. In clouds the day is less worthwhile, so check the webcams. Tickets and routes on Jungfraujoch: tickets and prices.
- Kleine Scheidegg: Ride the Jungfrau Railway down to Kleine Scheidegg and continue by Wengernalp Railway to Grindelwald. That way you see both sides. Tips on Kleine Scheidegg and Männlichen.
- First and Schreckfeld: Next morning or in the afternoon, take the First gondola up. Schreckfeld is the station before First. Prices on Grindelwald-First: tickets and prices.
In good weather, paragliders take off at First. If you want to fly yourself, see the tandem flight from First, and for a thrill on the zip line there is First Flyer & Cliff Walk.
Day 2: the locations on Lake Brienz and Lake Thun
- Iseltwald: Early in the morning by PostBus or later by boat from Interlaken Ost. According to swissinfo.ch, PostBus used larger vehicles in peak season, and coaches may only enter the village with advance booking (2023).
- Giessbach: Continue by boat to Giessbach See and ride the 1879 funicular up to the Grandhotel. According to giessbach.ch, it was the world's first funicular for tourists.
- Sigriswil: Via Interlaken and Thun, or by boat to Gunten and up by bus. According to freizeit.ch, the bridge is open all year.
- Interlaken: In the evening, walk past the Victoria-Jungfrau hotel. More ideas on Things to do in Interlaken.
More on Brienz, Iseltwald and the Giessbach Falls on Things to do in Brienz and Iseltwald.
Iseltwald: jetty rules and fee
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is there an entry fee? | yes, CHF 5 per entry |
| Since when? | since spring 2023 |
| How do I pay? | by card at the turnstile |
| How many people per ticket? | normally one person passes the turnstile |
| What is the money for? | upkeep of the site, cleaning of the toilets and extra staff |
| How many visitors? | almost 50,000 entries in 2024, revenue about CHF 244,000 |
Sources: blue News (July 2025), Jungfrau Zeitung (16.07.2023), swissinfo.ch (16.05.2023). According to swissinfo.ch, Iseltwald has just over 400 residents. Be considerate of the people who live there, and wait patiently for your turn.
Book matching experiences
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Best time for the filming locations
| Time | Good for | Watch out |
|---|---|---|
| May to October | all locations, boat on Lake Brienz | Jungfraujoch seat reservation mandatory from 1 May to 31 October |
| November to April | Jungfraujoch, Eigergletscher, Kleine Scheidegg, Sigriswil | boat and Giessbach funicular with little or no service |
| early morning | Iseltwald, Sigriswil | take the PostBus instead of the boat |
| a clear day | Jungfraujoch, First, Kleine Scheidegg | check the webcams in the morning |
Sources: jungfrau.ch, giessbach.ch, interlaken.swiss, freizeit.ch. The time windows are our recommendation.
Keep reading
- Things to do in Brienz and Iseltwald
- Things to do in Interlaken
- Eiger Express: route, prices, parking
- Grindelwald itinerary: 1, 2 or 3 days
- Jungfraujoch vs Schilthorn, Titlis, Pilatus or First
FAQ
Where was «Crash Landing on You» filmed in Switzerland?
According to the Jungfrau Railways, on the Jungfraujoch, at Grindelwald-First, at Kleine Scheidegg and at Eigergletscher. According to the Jungfrau Zeitung, also in Iseltwald, on Lake Brienz, at the Grandhotel Giessbach, on the Sigriswil Panorama Bridge and at the Victoria-Jungfrau in Interlaken. Lungern and Zurich were used too.
How much is the Iseltwald jetty?
CHF 5 per entry, paid by card at the turnstile. The fee has been in place since spring 2023 (blue News, July 2025).
How do I get from Interlaken to Iseltwald?
By boat from Interlaken Ost in about 45 minutes (April to October) or by PostBus. The current timetable is on sbb.ch.
Where is the suspension bridge from the series?
It is the Sigriswil Panorama Bridge above Lake Thun, 340 m long over the 182 m deep Gummischlucht gorge. Adults from 16 pay CHF 8 according to freizeit.ch, children are free.
Can I visit all filming locations in one day?
That is very tight. The Jungfraujoch, Kleine Scheidegg and First fill one day, Iseltwald, Giessbach and Sigriswil a second.
When is the best time for Iseltwald?
Early in the morning, before tour groups arrive. The boat mainly runs from April to October.
Do I need a car for the filming locations?
No. You reach all of them by train, gondola, boat and bus. A Swiss Travel Pass or Jungfrau Travel Pass saves money on many routes, details on Swiss Travel Pass, Jungfrau Travel Pass or Half Fare Card.
Can I reach Kleine Scheidegg in winter?
Yes. According to jungfrau.ch, the railway runs to Kleine Scheidegg from 21.11.2026 in winter 2026/27.
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Places
- Things to do in Brienz and Iseltwald
- Things to do in Interlaken
- Things to do at Kleine Scheidegg and Männlichen
- Things to do at the Jungfraujoch
Experiences on request
- Tandem paragliding from First On request
- First Flyer & Cliff Walk On request
About the author
Ramon Stüdeli is the owner of Grindelwald Experiences. He lives in Grindelwald and Lucerne, brings broad experience from tourism and other industries and has traveled to more than 60 countries.
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