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

Should you visit Kemi or Grindelwald?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kemi and Grindelwald. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Kemi or Grindelwald?

Kemi

Kemi is a town on Bothnian Bay in Lapland, Finland. It's known for the massive Sampo icebreaker, a giant ship built to ply the Arctic waters. The main economic activity in Kemi is centered on two large paper and wood pulp mills and on the only chromium mine in Europe. Kemi also has a claim to fame as the home of the world's largest snow castle (reconstructed every year with a different design). The SnowCastle is usually located at the inner harbor of Kemi.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Switzerland, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Switzerland.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kemi and Grindelwald, we can see that Grindelwald is more expensive. And not only is Kemi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kemi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kemi 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 Kemi.

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

Which is Bigger, Kemi or Grindelwald?

Kemi has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Grindelwald. When comparing the sizes of Kemi and Grindelwald, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Kemi or Grindelwald?

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 Kemi or Grindelwald in the Summer?

Both Grindelwald and Kemi during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Grindelwald in the summer for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Kemi is cooler than Grindelwald. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kemi in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Grindelwald averages at about 23°C (73°F).

In Grindelwald, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kemi. In the summer, Kemi often gets more sunshine than Grindelwald. Kemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Grindelwald receives 250 hours of full sun.

Grindelwald gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Kemi usually gets less rain in July than Grindelwald. Kemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Grindelwald receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kemi or Grindelwald in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kemi and Grindelwald. Also, 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.

Kemi can get quite cold in the autumn. In October, Kemi is generally much colder than Grindelwald. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around 2°C (36°F), and Grindelwald fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).

Kemi usually receives less sunshine than Grindelwald during autumn. Kemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies, while Grindelwald receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Grindelwald receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Kemi usually receives less rain than Grindelwald. Kemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Grindelwald receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Kemi or Grindelwald in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Kemi as well as Grindelwald. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Grindelwald because of the skiing, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Grindelwald can be very cold. Kemi can be very cold during winter. Kemi is much colder than Grindelwald in the winter. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around -12°C (10°F) in January, and Grindelwald fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

In the winter, Kemi often gets less sunshine than Grindelwald. Kemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Grindelwald receives 119 hours of full sun.

Kemi usually gets less rain in January than Grindelwald. Kemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Grindelwald receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kemi or Grindelwald in the Spring?

Both Grindelwald and Kemi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the small town charm and the natural beauty are the main draw to Grindelwald this time of year.

The weather in Kemi can be very cold. In the spring, Kemi is much colder than Grindelwald. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kemi in April average around -1°C (31°F), and Grindelwald averages at about 13°C (55°F).

Kemi usually receives more sunshine than Grindelwald during spring. Kemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Grindelwald receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Grindelwald. In April, Kemi usually receives less rain than Grindelwald. Kemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Grindelwald receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Grindelwald and Kemi