Winter excursions in Bern Region

Animal experiences: a hike across the snowy hills that overlook Lake Brienz in the company of creatures that seem almost cuddly.

Tramp through the night and the snow under the full moon or the new moon in style.

The velogemel is a cross between a bicycle, a sled and skis – the ideal choice for fun in the snow, even though that wasn’t its original purpose.

The frozen waterfall is a winter challenge for climbers. And Gstaad offers a number of icy obstacles to really put them to the test.

Kayaking in winter? Absolutely! A kayak tour on Lake Brienz offers a clear view of the winter world from a unique perspective.

Glide over the quiet, white mountain landscape of Lenk and into the valley at night.

In the igloo village of Gstaad, simply getting close to nature and a feeling of comfort are equally important. What you end up with is a romantic night under a wintry starry sky.

Half boat, half bathtub: that’s the Hot Tug. Sitting comfortably in 38-degree water, gliding across Lake Brienz while snowflakes melt on your forehead. Winter bathing has never been cooler.

Exploring the Lake District from its waterways: On this audio tour, passengers experience the Three Lakes Region with all senses.

Start with the guided village tour "Discovering Adelboden". You've never seen Adelboden like this before!

Your trampoline venue in the Swiss Family Center

From a brewing course to the “ZAPF! Craft Beer Festival” and the Bern brewery walk, these 12 experiences are the perfect way to immerse yourself in Bern’s beer culture.

Team up with a seasoned beer sommelier and embark on a beer fact-finding tour: learn some interesting insights and anecdotes that are bound to impress people.

A varied and moderately difficult tour high above the Lauterbrunnen valley.

A visit to Bern in December is particularly magical thanks to the many Christmas markets and pop-ups. The numerous Advent experiences are within walking distance in Bern's UNESCO-listed Old Town. And many villages around Bern also offer enchanting markets and experiences during the Advent season.

Once the lake has frozen and is safe to walk on, it becomes a breathtaking backdrop for enjoying a spot of ice skating. When the ice is thick enough, there is also a Bavarian curling area available every day.

Not a train wreck: BLS can look back on a history spanning 100 years.

Stories from the night watchman. The “Unheimliches Thun” (Dark side of Thun) city tour offers titillating tales and a look into the world of the night watchman.

You can take the cable car from Wengen to the 2343-meter-high Männlichen in just a few minutes. Once at the top, a unique view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau awaits you. A short marked hiking trail leads to the summit.

Transform a simple, angular piece of wood into a creative masterpiece. You will be introduced to the art of woodturning and learn how to sharpen tools and treat surfaces. You don't just watch, but also put simple woodturning techniques into practice on the professional woodturning lathes.

Discover the magical world of papercutting. Under the guidance by an experienced course leader, you will create your first artistic papercutting. The prerequisites for the fine details are patience and precise work. Each work of art created is framed and becomes a souvenir. The cure not only teaches traditional artistic handicrafts, but also creates an inspiring environment to strengthen teamwork.