Holiday destinations in Bern Region

Brienz looks like it could have been lifted straight out of a picture book. Be enchanted by the richly decorated wooden chalets in the village centre, by the glacier-blue lake and by the beautiful mountain backdrop. Discover Lake Brienz along with the Giessbach Falls and the Brienzer Rothorn.

Zweisimmen is part of the holiday region of Gstaad, famous as a hiking and winter sports paradise. The chalet village on the Rinderberg is known for alpine farms and mountain cheese, as well as its Simmental cows fed on lush pastures. Make sure to take a trip on the GoldenPass panoramic train to Montreux.

Adelboden, the chalet village on the Wildstrubel, inspires with panoramic hikes and the huge Adelboden-Lenk ski area. Experience adventures on the World Cup slope on the Chuenisbärgli or excursions to the Engstligen Falls and the Choleren Gorge.

Whether you're on a day trip or a few days' holiday, you certainly won't be bored in the Emmental region. Hiking, snow shoe walking, Nordic walks, panning for gold, golf, cycling, riding, pottery - something to satisfy virtually every desire.

Aeschi is situated on a panoramic terrace with a view of Lake Thun and the magnificent mountain landscape. Thanks to its sunny and central location, it is one of the most popular holiday resorts in the Bernese Oberland. The region's most famous and popular destinations are all within easy reach.

Interlaken is your starting point for unforgettable excursions to the Bernese Oberland and a world leader in adventure sports. Lakes, mountain villages and the Bernese Alps with their glaciers await you here – all accessible all year round by rail, road and mountain railway.

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.

Biel has many facets: you will find modern buildings on the lakeshore alongside historic buildings in the old town higher up. The centre of the watchmaking industry with the Cité du Temps will inspire you just as much as the winegrowing villages and the Taubenloch Gorge towards the Jura.

Profound encounter with nature and purely idyllic. The idyllic mountain village (922 m) lies at the entrance to the upper Lauterbrunnen valley.

The beautiful hilly landscape around Langnau in Emmental is characterised by lush meadows, quiet forests and breathtaking views of the tops of the Bernese Alps and the Jura mountains.

Nestled in a bend in the river Emme, the Zähringer town of Burgdorf is also known as the “gateway to the Emmental”. Burgdorf is best known for its castle, which with its positioning on a hill can be seen from far away.

Traveling from Lake Thun in a westerly direction, the Simmen Valley opens up. The pyramid-shaped Niesen and the Stockhorn preside over the imposing entrance to the valley. The hiking-mountain and vantage point beckon with an imposing panoramic view of 200 peaks.

The Swiss capital is a total work of art. With its UNESCO-listed old town, cathedral, clock tower, fountains and numerous arcades, Bern is one of Switzerland’s most beautiful cities. Between all of the sights on offer, the city also offers you plenty of nature and a chance to refresh yourself on the River Aare.

Thun is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. See for yourself by making a detour to mystical Thun Castle, taking a stroll through the enchanting old town or enjoying a boat trip on the deep, blue waters of Lake Thun.

Grindelwald is considered to be one of Switzerland’s most popular travel destinations. The Gletscherdorf resort makes for an ideal starting point for excursions across the Jungfrau region as well as the entire Bernese Oberland. What’s more, from Grindelwald you’ll be able to enjoy direct views of the imposing Eiger north face.

The Diemtigtal, winner of the 1986 Wakker Award, is an idyllic, 16-km long side valley of the Simmental Valley, which is noted for its natural beauty. There are many offers, which are compatible with sustainable tourism, all of them ideal for families and vacationers in search of rest and relaxation.

Perfect hiking and winter sports opportunities await you around the holiday resort of Lenk. Explore the area around the Wildstrubel with its glaciers, mountain lakes and the rushing Simmen Falls. Enjoy the hospitality in the alpine farms as you wander.

The picturesque village is nestled between two mountain chains, at the lower shore of Lake Brienz with meadows and picturesque wooden houses, some of which date back to the 16th century.

Who doesn’t know the sad folk song of «Vreneli ab em Guggisbärg» and her ill-fated love? But anyone choosing Guggisberg in the Bernese pre-Alps region of Gantrisch as a holiday or excursion destination will have absolutely no reason to sound sad!

In addition to Kandersteg and the world-famous Lake Blausee, Reichenbach and the Kiental Valley are true insider tips. The beautiful mountain villages have retained their rural character. A wide range of hotels, apartments, mountain hostels, campsites and cozy restaurants give the villages the typical charm of the Bernese Oberland.

Kandersteg, the idyllic mountain village in the Bernese Oberland, enchants visitors with its Lake Oeschinen and the Blausee Nature Park. From here, explore the mountains around the Blüemlisalphorn, the Gemmi Pass and the Lötschen Pass in Valais. Highlights include the cross-country ski trails and the Allmenalp via ferrata.

Habkern, a small, pretty mountain village, is situated seven kilometers from the international resort town of Interlaken. A stress-free sojourn in a traditional atmosphere and in the midst of a breath-taking natural world is guaranteed here.

A car-free mountain village featuring wooden chalets and plenty of sun: this is Wengen, at the foot of the Jungfrau. It serves as the ideal starting point for your excursions to Grindelwald, the Kleine Scheidegg and the Jungfraujoch. The view of the Bernese Alps and Lauterbrunnen is sure to inspire you.

Rüeggisberg is a small farming village on the southern slope of the Längenberg in the district of Seftigen, nestled among the gentle hills south of the capital, characterised by forests and fields.

The arrival alone is spectacular – a cable-car takes you high over the rocks to Gimmelwald (1400 m).

The tradition-imbued, Bernese Oberland holiday resort of Meiringen lies in the Hasli valley, south east of Lake Brienz. Sherlock Holmes met his maker here – only to be resurrected again several years later. In actual fact, Meiringen-Hasliberg almost offers the unbelievable – and not only in respect of its most famous fictional hero.

Ringgenberg-Goldswil (located near Interlaken) offers vacation visitors a special attraction overlooking Lake Brienz - a lovely lido, the "Burg-seeli". It enjoys a sheltered setting with pleasantly warm water tem-perature, and is popular among swimmers and sunbathers from early summer.

Meiringen-Hasliberg combines nature, action and Swiss tradition. Discover wild gorges, experience spectacular hikes and family fun in the ski area. In the middle of the Bernese Alps you will find excursion destinations such as the Reichenbach Falls or the Aare Gorge.

Lauterbrunnen has pretty much everything that makes Switzerland special, all in one place. Marvel at natural spectacles against an alpine backdrop. Stroll through picture-postcard villages. Take Switzerland’s most beautiful hiking and winter sports areas by storm. And experience the UNESCO World Heritage Jungfrau-Aletsch from up close.

Located at the foot of the Schilthorn, Mürren is considered one of the most beautiful mountain villages in Switzerland. The area around the car-free village boasts excellent hiking and winter sports opportunities, impressive waterfalls and an incomparable view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

The Kien Valley in the Bernese Oberland, a holiday resort with about 210 inhabitants, is a side valley of the Kandertal. The end of the valley is part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Kien Valley is within the administrative district of Reichenbach.