We are a family of 5 (3 college kids) looking to visit a beautiful snowy spot, ideally with views and possible day trips (car, train, or lift). Snow activities could be fun but we won’t be skiing unless everything (including ski clothes) is readily available and easy to rent. We are open to all the French Alps and western Switzerland. Our travel in that region will be Jan 2-5, after which we head to Colmar.
We are definitely open to staying in a city or valley (eg Annecy) if there are trips we can take by funicular or cog railway, or leaving our car somewhere while we travel by rail. We were considering doing this in Lauterbrunnen and heading to Murren or Gimmelwald because we love those towns, but we’re trying to reduce travel time a little.
Especially grateful if anyone has specific lodging recommendations. We will probably need 4 beds - at least 2 hotel rooms or a very large suite. Our kids are over 6 feet tall and no one wants to share a bed!
Thanks very much.