Switzerland The Giessbach Waterfalls
The Giessbachfälle is one of the most famous waterfalls in Switzerland, located near Brienz in the region of Berner Oberland.
These falls tumble in 14 stages, over a length of 500 meters out of the high valleys of the Faulhorn area down to Lake Brienz.
These falls tumble in 14 stages, over a length of 500 meters out of the high valleys of the Faulhorn area down to Lake Brienz.
Photography Tips
These Waterfalls can be a great spot to exercise with long exposure photography and capture the details of the flowing water. the area itself is also offering a pretty good view from Behind the waterfall where you can shoot a wider angle image.
The area is easily accessible and does not require crazy skills to photograph, however, for the silky effect, a tripod is a must.
The area is easily accessible and does not require crazy skills to photograph, however, for the silky effect, a tripod is a must.
Travel Information
The Giessbach waterfalls are located 20 mins' driving distance from Interlaken and 50 mins from Luzern. They have a parking spot on-site and they are free to visit, meaning you don't have to pay to access the area.
The trail around the waterfalls is about 2 km and quite easy to walk with some steeper sections.
The trail around the waterfalls is about 2 km and quite easy to walk with some steeper sections.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Daytime in summer
Sunrise & Sunset
07:30 - 16:54
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Photo Themes
flowing
Forest
hike
Hiking
Lake Brienz
Long Exposure
long exposures
Longexposure
nature
nature landscape
switzerland
tourist
Tourist Attraction
tourists
viewpoint
Waterfall
waterfalls
Locations
Brienz Rothorn
Brienz
Brienz Giessbach
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