In August 2007, we celebrated at the Regina a very important wedding anniversary, and were so impressed that we returned in September 2008. It is la grande dame of the hotels in Wengen, with arguably the best view of the impressive Jungfrau-massif and the Staubbach Valley south of Lauterbrunnen. Built in the fin-de-siècle style, it exudes charme and atmosphere, with geranium-flower boxes below every window on the south side. It is competently owned and operated by the Meyer family. Its staff is experienced, friendly and courteous.
Dinners at the elegant Chez Meyers are excellent. The wine list is impressive, and includes a carefully-chosen assortment of Swiss wines. Breakfast is buffet-style, with egg dishes prepared individually. The bread is very tasty and healthy. So are jams and marmalades. The only surprise is that in the country that created “Bircher Müsli” it is missing. Instead, raw oats are available. In comparison with Germany, Austria and the Alsace, cold-meat offerings are somewhat limited. However, nothing is perfect, not even in Switzerland, but, in the grand scheme of things, it does not detract from the splendid experience of the Regina.
Wengen has no private automobiles, a real bonus, especially for North Americans, for whom this is virtually unimaginable; however, it is an important element of Wengen’s atmosphere. It is simply wonderful to be lying in bed with the windows open and nary a noise outside.







