Summer destinations

The great thing about Haslital is the exceptional variety this valley offers. At the open-air museum in Ballenberg, for example, visitors can make a cultural journey taking in the whole of traditional Switzerland – all in a day.

Heidi would be thrilled if she could see her homeland now, in all its magical, natural summer beauty. Stretching beneath the mighty chain of the Churfirsten are Lake Walen and other smaller, sparkling mountain lakes.

Sometimes you don’t have to climb very high to get a bird’s-eye view of the world. The eight-minute ride on the brand-new funicular up the Harder Kulm, the 1,322-m mountain on Interlaken’s doorstep, is more than enough. At the charming panoramic restaurant you are greeted by an unparalleled view: far below, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, lies the world-famous resort of Interlaken.

The Jungfraujoch is the most famous excursion destination in Switzerland. As you alight at the highest railway station in Europe you are greeted by an unforgettable sight...

One’s spirit soars in this landscape with its austere charm, its wide-open expanses that seem to stretch for ever, beyond every hilltop and forest.

The Klosters "Active Summer" guest programme also offers a huge variety: cultural events, sightseeing, children's and family events, themed walks, and much more.

There cannot be many educational establishments where so much laughter is heard: for the students at the theatre school of the Teatro Dimitri – which also houses a Museum of Comedy – are training to be clowns and mime artists.

Both geographically and historically, Lake Lucerne is the heart of Switzerland.

The scenic boat routes on Lake Lucerne extend for 38 km; they in turn access hundreds of kilometres of footpaths leading to the most beautiful corners of the historic heart of Switzerland.