About This Waterfall
Schmadribachfall is a moderate to high volume waterfall found near the head of Switzerland's famous Lauterbrunnen valley. The falls drop a total of about 270 meters in three distinct steps, with the largest part of the fall coming as a single booming horsetail type fall which drops about 210 meters by itself. The remainder of the height is split between two smaller tiers upstream of the main drop, plus some minor cascades in between each.
Waterfall Details
Waterfall Form
Tiered Horsetails
Best Time to Visit
May to October
Total Height
890ft
Tallest Drop
700ft
Number of Drops
3
Run
830ft
Avg Width
55ft
Max Width
120ft
Pitch
70°
Getting There
GPS Coordinates
46.507698, 7.894101
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Tips
Best photos during golden hour or after rain.
A hike may be required to reach the falls.
Safety Info
Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.
Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.
Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.