A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Grindelwald vs. Levi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Grindelwald or Levi?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Grindelwald and Levi can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Grindelwald or Levi?

Grindelwald

Grindelwald, Switzerland is a glacier village located in the picturesque Jungfrau Region of the Swiss Alps. The Jungfrau Region encompasses many small villages and was chosen as the first Alpine UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. This Alpine paradise has been a popular destination since the 17th century, due to its natural beauty and fantastic hiking and skiing trails.

Levi

Levi is a micro city or resort town in the village if Sirkka in Finnish Lapland. In Levi, being impressed by the natural surroundings is inescapable: from river valleys and frozen lakes up to the fells with spectacular views over the Lappish landscape, Levi is all about northern nature at its best. During the winter months, from mid-November to mid-May, Levi is Finland's most popular ski resort with a total of 44 runs serviced by 28 lifts. Its Samiland Exhibition explores the culture of the indigenous Sami people through photos, objects and recreated buildings. Nearby is Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, with its Arctic fells and remains of the Linkupalo Volcano.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Switzerland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Switzerland, The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grindelwald and Levi, we can see that Grindelwald is more expensive. And not only is Levi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Levi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Levi and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Grindelwald would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grindelwald than you might in Levi.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grindelwald Expensive? and Is Levi Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Grindelwald or Levi?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Grindelwald or Levi in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Grindelwald as well as Levi. Many visitors come to Grindelwald in the summer for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Grindelwald is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Grindelwald in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Levi averages at about 15°C (59°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Levi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Grindelwald this time of the year. In the summer, Grindelwald often gets less sunshine than Levi. Grindelwald gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 274 hours of full sun.

Grindelwald receives a lot of rain in the summer. Grindelwald usually gets more rain in July than Levi. Grindelwald gets 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Levi receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Grindelwald or Levi in the Autumn?

Both Levi and Grindelwald are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Grindelwald for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

The weather in Levi can be very cold. In October, Grindelwald is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Grindelwald average around 15°C (58°F), and Levi fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).

Grindelwald usually receives more sunshine than Levi during autumn. Grindelwald gets 152 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 59 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It's quite rainy in Grindelwald. In October, Grindelwald usually receives more rain than Levi. Grindelwald gets 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Levi receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Grindelwald or Levi in the Winter?

Both Levi and Grindelwald during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Grindelwald because of the skiing, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

It's quite cold in Levi in the winter. The weather in Grindelwald can be very cold. Grindelwald is much warmer than Levi in the winter. The daily temperature in Grindelwald averages around 5°C (41°F) in January, and Levi fluctuates around -15°C (5°F).

In the winter, Grindelwald often gets more sunshine than Levi. Grindelwald gets 119 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 11 hours of full sun.

Grindelwald usually gets more rain in January than Levi. Grindelwald gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Levi receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Grindelwald or Levi in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Grindelwald and Levi. The small town charm and the natural beauty are the main draw to Grindelwald this time of year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Levi. In the spring, Grindelwald is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Grindelwald in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Levi averages at about -1°C (30°F).

Grindelwald usually receives less sunshine than Levi during spring. Grindelwald gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 196 hours of full sun in the spring.

Grindelwald gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Grindelwald usually receives more rain than Levi. Grindelwald gets 152 mm (6 in) of rain, while Levi receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Levi and Grindelwald