Interlaken, Switzerland

Your starting point for the wild side of Switzerland.

Interlaken sits between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, surrounded by some of Switzerland's most spectacular mountain scenery.

Its location makes it an ideal base for exploring the Jungfrau region, while the two lakes provide a quieter counterpoint to the area's mountain adventures.

Best for: 🏔️ Mountains · 🌊 Lakes · 🥾 Adventure · 🚆 Day trips

City Highlights

Lake Brienz

Known for its striking turquoise water and mountain
surroundings.

Lake Thun

A beautiful lake framed by mountains and historic towns.

Harder Kulm

A popular viewpoint above Interlaken.

Jungfrau Region

A gateway to Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, and other
Alpine destinations.

Things to Experience

🚢

Take a boat across the lakes

See the mountains from the water.

🚡

Ride up to Harder Kulm

Enjoy sweeping views across Interlaken and the
surrounding lakes.

🏡

Explore nearby villages

Use Interlaken as a starting point for Alpine discoveries.

🚆

Take the scenic route

Trains are part of the experience here, not simply
transportation.

Popular Ways to Explore

Interlaken Highlights

🏙️ Town → 🚡 Harder Kulm → 💎 Lake Brienz

Jungfrau Adventure

🏙️ Interlaken → 💦 Lauterbrunnen → 🏡 Grindelwald

Two Lakes Escape

🌊 Lake Thun → 🏙️ Interlaken → 💎 Lake Brienz

Things to Know

Think of Interlaken as a base, not just a destination.

Its real advantage is how easily you can reach the surrounding lakes, villages, and mountains.

Don't choose between the two lakes.

Lake Thun and Lake Brienz each have a different character, so try to experience both if you have time.

Give yourself more time if you want to explore the region.

A couple of days works well for Interlaken itself, but longer stays let you discover much more of the Jungfrau region.