Here we are: Switzerland. The "Heidi" candy bars at the rest stop let me know we were getting close! The Lauterbrunnen Valley is everything spectacular and majestic. With my new mountain legs from the Crystal Baths, which path to take? I didn't venture to the Schilthorn, but decided to let the valley be my guide. For someone from Minnesota's north country (north of Duluth, that is!), I have never seen a place so pristinely beautiful in my life. Cowbells and all.
My first hike started at the top of the Kleine Scheidegg and down to Mannlichen. A fine trail with pops of wildflowers.
My second hike started at Allmendhubel, which takes the local train, lift, and funicular to reach.
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My legs happy and my heart full, I met up with my group companions for a traditional Swiss Rosti, curry style.
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My tummy is ready for Chamonix!