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Mighty mountains and glaciers, crystal-clear lakes, rushing waterfalls and pristine valleys – the Bernese Oberland is the very epitome of Switzerland. Experience unforgettable excursions to Interlaken, Thun, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, the Aare Gorge or the Jungfraujoch.

Bernese Oberland at a glance

This is the Bernese Oberland

The Bernese Oberland can be found in the southwest of Switzerland. Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, Interlaken, the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau and the Aare Valley all come together to make this region one of Switzerland’s most popular excursion destinations.  

Discover the Bernese Oberland

From the Swiss capital of Bern, follow the River Aare to reach the city of Thun. This beautiful city with its castle is considered the gateway to the Bernese Oberland. Interlaken, situated between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, is another ideal starting point for your outdoor activities. Of course, a trip to the Jungfraujoch or the Schilthorn is a real must. Visit the Eiger village of Grindelwald and the Lauterbrunnen Valley with its waterfalls. Explore the Simmental valley with its chalet villages or the Kandertal valley with Lake Blausee and Lake Oeschinen. The top winter sports areas here are Adelboden/Lenk, Grindelwald/Wengen and Gstaad/Zweisimmen with Glacier 3000.

Lake Thun and Lake Brienz

Treat yourself to sightseeing from on board a boat: over the deep-blue Lake Thun or the emerald-green Lake Brienz, and past the Giessbach Falls. For a bird’s eye view of both lakes, head up the Harder. Looking for thrills and spills? Nowhere else in the world will you find such a high density of outdoor adventures as here in Interlaken. 

Spectacular locations in the Bernese Oberland

Enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience of seeing the idyllic mountain landscape of the Bernese Oberland against the incredible panorama of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Take in the views of the Aletsch Glacier from the Jungfraujoch. Rowing across Lake Oeschinen, standing in front of the Staubbach Falls or running through the Aare Gorge – dreams like this really do come true in the Bernese Oberland.

Around the Bernese Oberland

From the Bernese Oberland, it is well worth taking a detour to Bern with its UNESCO-listed old town and the River Aare. From Kandersteg, you can travel through the Lötschberg Tunnel and into Valais with its 41 four-thousand-metre peaks – one of which is the Matterhorn. Other highlights from the Bernese Oberland include the panoramic trips from Interlaken to Montreux on Lake Geneva or to Lucerne on Lake Lucerne

Experience the Bernese Oberland for less

The Bernese Oberland Pass is your all-in-one ticket for the region. It allows you to travel freely by train, bus, boat and on numerous cable cars and mountain railways for three to ten days. At certain locations, such as Interlaken, Grindelwald or Gstaad, you will receive a guest card that offers a number of different benefits when you stay for one night or more.

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  • Hotel Krone Thun 4 Stars

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    Thun, Bern Region

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  • Ferien- und Familienhotel Alpina 3 Stars

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    Adelboden, Bern Region

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  • Griesalp Hotels 1 Star

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    Kiental, Bern Region

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  • Hotel Restaurant Chartreuse 3 Stars

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    Hilterfingen-Hünibach, Bern Region

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  • Hotel Bernerhof 3 Stars

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    Grindelwald, Bern Region

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  • The Alpina Gstaad 5 Stars

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    Gstaad, Bern Region

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  • Hotel Kreuz & Post 4 Stars

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    Grindelwald, Bern Region

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  • Hotel Spitzhorn 3 Stars

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    Saanen, Bern Region

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  • Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa 5 Stars

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    Interlaken, Bern Region

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  • Beausite Park Hotel & Spa 4 Stars

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    Wengen, Bern Region

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  • Lauterbrunnen Switzerland Murren Private Alpine Adventure

    Your Lauterbrunnen Adventure begins in Lauterbrunnen village. Here you will meet your Private Guide... from CHF 350
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  • Spiez Sailing Taster Course on Lake Thun from Spiez

    During the taster course, you'll sail on the sailing school yacht ST-19 across Lake Thun. The... from CHF 260
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    valid: 19.07.2025 - 14.09.2025

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  • Niesen Niesenbahn ticket from Mülenen

    The Niesenbahn takes you from Mülenen to the Niesen in 30 minutes. The funicular has an intermediate... from CHF 40
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    valid: 15.07.2025 - 09.11.2025

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  • Wilderswil Schynige Platte Helicopter Skydive

    Jump out of the helicopter from 4000 meters height during this skydive over Interlaken. Enjoy a... from CHF 450
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    valid: 15.07.2025 - 30.04.2026

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  • Interlaken Jungfrau Travel Pass Summer - 3 to 8 Days

    With the Jungfrau Travel Pass, you can travel around the Jungfrau Region as much as you like on the... from CHF 210
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    valid: 15.07.2025 - 30.11.2025

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  • Thun Panorama Bike: Fribourg, 4 days

    Included: Overnight stays as listed incl. breakfast Daily luggage transfers Costs for luggage... from CHF 755
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    valid: 15.07.2025 - 12.10.2025

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  • Lenk i.S. (Lenk im Simmental) Hike: Via Alpina Vaud

    4 nights, The last section of the Via Alpina offers something for everyone. Peak climbers are delighted with... from CHF 699
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  • Interlaken Tandem Delta Flight from Interlaken

    Fly on this Delta tandem flight over the beautiful landscape of Interlaken. Experience flying in its... from CHF 260
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    valid: 15.07.2025 - 31.10.2025

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