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The best of Switzerland: Bernese Oberland Switzerland This unique region attracts visitors as magically as no other region in Switzerland. The Bernese Oberland has everything you imagine an authentic mountain world to be. Great views, impressive mountain scenery, pristine nature and sparkling lakes. The picturesque landscapes surrounded by countless mountain peaks with over 800 lakes are simply fascinating. They evoke peak experiences, moments of enjoyment and feelings of happiness in everyone. Lived traditions and palpable customs are highly valued here: the Bernese Oberland is one of the most diverse regions in Switzerland. Not only mountains of superlatives like the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau impress humanity. But also mountains "in the second row" like the Schynige Platte, the Stockhorn and the Brienzer Rothorn. It stamps and steams, it squeaks and smokes: the only Swiss rack railway with daily steam operation is already a "pretty crazy idea" and has been so since 1892. Berner Oberland Switzerland: Summer delight in the mountains: Whether you're a hiker, a mountain flower botanist, a peak bagger or simply an enjoyer: high up in the mountains you discover wild nature in all its facets – animals, alpine pastures, mountain lakes, beautiful alpine rose bushes, wild streams, majestic mountain peaks in the gleaming sunlight, green alpine meadows and impressive glaciers. To explore the secrets of nature in the mountains with friends – that's what people love. From Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg, ibexes, cows and chamois cross the path. Beautiful alpine flowers enchant the mind. We hike to the idyllic postcard view. And for those who want to go even higher, the train takes you to the "Top of Europe". This is also the name of the Jungfraujoch. At the 3,454-meter summit, visitors are immersed in a high-alpine world of ice, snow and rock. Where Swiss weather is made: The Niesen is the weather mountain of the Bernese Oberland. An old farmer's rule usually hits the nail on the head. "If the Niesen has a sword, there will be rain. If the Niesen has a hat, the weather will be good". The almost perfect pyramid shape of the Niesen mountain has inspired artists time and again, including Ferdinand Hodler (1909), Paul Klee (1915) or Cuno Amiet (1926). But not only artists, but also me. Since my childhood, I have been in love with this mountain. Lake Thun and Lake Brienz: Gentle riverbanks rise up, wild rocks reach for the sky. Nestled in a beautiful mountain panorama, both lakes lie in deep valley cuts before you and invite you for a refreshing swim. The Aare swim from Thun to Bern has meanwhile become a national sport. It is an unforgettable experience to drift along in the turquoise water from one moment to the next towards Bern. All of this, of course, under the watchful eyes of a trained guide. A boat trip is also an experience and relaxation at the same time: while enjoying a refined meal, a glass of wine or simply the sunshine on deck, your gaze glides over the charming shores with the romantic villages, the magnificent historic castles up to the peaks of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.