Grindelwald Swiss Village

The basics

Around 1,000 people reside in Grindelwald Swiss Village, living in houses built in traditional Swiss fashion. Many more tourists visit Grindelwald each year, coming to the Tamar Valley Resort within Grindelwald. Visitors can play at the resort’s 10-hole golf course or the 18-hole miniature golf course, go paddle boating or canoeing on the lake, eat, and shop. Most visitors come on a day trip from Launceston or stay overnight in one of the resort’s hotel suites, villas, or chalets.

Things to know before you go

• Want to play golf but don’t have any gear? There’s an on-site pro golf shop where you can purchase whatever you need.
• Kids will love Grindelwald. As well as the mini golf course, there’s a huge bouncing pillow to play on, said to be the world’s longest.
• Overnight guests of the Tamar Valley Resort can use the gym and indoor pool.

How to get there

Grindelwald Swiss Village is just 9 miles (15 kilometers) northwest of Launceston city, in Northern Tasmania. Most visitors reach the village in their own vehicle as it’s a short drive of around 15 minutes. There’s also a bus that runs between Launceston and Grindelwald every couple of hours; it’ll take about 30 minutes to get there if you choose this route.

When to get there

Grindelwald is a year-round destination. Tasmania’s summers (December–February) are generally hot and dry, the winters (June–August) are mild and damp, and spring and fall conditions are in between. To best enjoy Grindelwald’s outdoor attractions—such as paddling on the lake and the golf courses—visit in late spring, summer, or early fall.

Other quirky attractions around Launceston

Grindelwald Swiss Village isn’t the only quirky attraction around Launceston. Visitors to the area can also check out the National Trust Old Umbrella Shop on George Street in Launceston, or visit the National Automobile Museum of Tasmania and the Launceston Tramway Museum, both in the suburb of Invermay.