Interlaken – My Favorite Destination In Switzerland  

Interlaken is the most famous tourist attraction in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. This extravagant landmark is beautifully squeezed between two bodies of water; Lake Thun to the west and Lake Brienz to the east. The region is surrounded by three mighty mountains: Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau. Interlaken is undoubtedly a heaven on earth where you’re not only welcomed by the jaw-dropping exquisiteness of nature, but also have the opportunity to enjoy the best adventure activities and fun leisure events. A perfect getaway from the noisy life with your family and kids offers you your life moments irrespective of the weather. Summer brings their charm and winter provides the best winter sports opportunities. 

It’s Easy to Reach Interlaken 

You can reach the central town by road, railway, and plane at your convenience. Bern has the closest airport to Interlaken, from where you can take the enjoyable and scenic train ride of fifty minutes. However, Zurich is a comparatively larger airport, and you can find more international flights, from where you can reach Interlaken in 2 hours. You can plan to get to either of the two railway stations in the town, but it’s better if you plan to arrive at the western Station as it’s in the center and close to many tourist areas. 

Best Time to Visit Interlaken 

Interlaken is an all-weather tourist spot. Lush green mountains and turquoise colored lakes are the best eye-catching sights from June to August; though July is hot, the fun activities in the surrounding mountains have no match. During the summer trip you can plan hiking, cycling, mountain trekking, camping, and adventure sports. The fun opportunities in the winter season make the region even more compelling. The Swiss Alps remain snowbound throughout the winter. During a winter trip, you can fulfill your ski and snowboarding craving in Interlaken and surrounding areas. Additional layers of clothing are a must for you when planning to enjoy the below-freezing temperatures of Interlaken.  

Most Visited Landmarks and Fun Activities 

Interlaken serves as a base for those tourists who want to explore the beauty and exquisiteness of the surrounding mountains and region. Landmarks that make this region one of the top travel destinations globally are mentioned for your guidance and knowledge. 

Taking a 64-degree uphill climb to Harder Kulm via funicular is a phenomenal experience. You’ll witness panoramic views of Interlaken and the twin lakes, discover trails to see views of the region, and will find the Harder Alpine Wildlife Park along a route where marmots and ibexes are occasionally sighted. 

Discovering the Alpine region in a rack railway to Schynige Platte is a lifetime experience. This one hour ride will present some of the most incredible panoramic sights of the Alps, Lake Thun, and the Jungfrau region.  

Sigriswil Panoramic Bridge is fun to cross over. You won’t forget walking across the 182 meters deep Gummischlucht gorge for 330 meters above Lake Thun.  

Led by a paid guide, walking to the St. Beatus Cave and Waterfalls will open new avenues of exploration for you. Trekking and staying around the underground waterfalls, mirror lakes, and stalagmites is nevertheless a unique and nostalgic experience. 

Interlaken sky is always full of bright and colorful paragliders surfing the air in the most adventurous style, and it’s one of the most popular and loved adventures to pay for here. You can go solo if experienced; if not, you can have tandem paragliding to fly through the Alpine air with all-around panoramic views of the snow-capped Alps, great lakes, and the lush green Jungfrau region. 

Surrounded by mountains, Cruising Lake Thun is the best way to enjoy the luxury and serenity of this beautiful natural feature. And for those who are more into adventure, you can head to Lake Brienz for kayaking, rowing, and pedalos fun.  

Gimmelwald is a small mountain town you must encounter while cycling and hiking in the Lauterbrunnen region, the cutest and traffic-free zone in Interlaken. You pass through this town to reach the cable car for Jungfrau. Aare River is the crystal clear river connecting the two lakes running through the city.  

And adventure lovers know what makes Grindelwald a great town to reach. The best adventure and sports opportunities for summer and winter are here, like skiing down the Kleine Schheidegg, trekking, and hiking the trails.    

The Best Tours in Interlaken  

Book yourself a place on any Swiss Food and Culture Tour to explore the great tastes of Interlaken, including the production of Swiss cheese and chocolate, and discover the culture.  

If you wish to remain wise and spend much on expensive beer and alcohol, plan to discover the Pub Crawl Interlaken. Make new friends at the pub and bars with likeminded travelers and enjoy the drinks for free. 

Tandem Paragliding is undoubtedly the best experience you can take home. 

Day Trips from Interlaken 

Taking a day trip to the Jungfrau Mountain is no less than traveling to the heavens on a mountain top. The tour will take you to the Jungfraujoch railway station, the highest in Europe and named Top of Europe. 

Schilthorn – Piz Gloria is known for the 1969 James Bond film, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. You will see the cute village Murren on your way to the Bond exhibit at the top. The views from Schilthorn are the best mountaintop views in Switzerland. 

For those who love nature strolls and photography, a day in Hohenmatte Park is as if wandering through a sacred valley. The intriguing view of the red huts among lush green trees surrounded by mountains and the Jungfrau region will make your day the most remembered.  

Exploring the Interlaken beauty in summers is incomplete without a day tour to Lauterbrunnen. The best way to explore the beauty of this wonderland is via e-bike or by cycling through the forest and checking out some of the 72 waterfalls of Lauterbrunnen.  

Best Places to Eat in Interlaken 

It might not be easy to list and categorize the best eateries in Interlaken, but we have top recommendations for you based on our shared experience. 

La Terrasse in Victoria Jungfrau Hotel & Spa, Hoheweg. 

Goldener Anker is a small, yet accomplished restaurant offering freshly prepared cuisines in Marktgasse. 

The 3 Tells Irish Pub has a laid-back atmosphere that tempts you to spend hours in Hauptstasse. 

Little Thai is a family-owned restaurant with great Asian taste. 

Husi Bierhaus is a beer paradise of Interlaken. 

Café de Paris in Marketplatz, close to west Station, is known to serve the best European foods. 

KM Taj Mahal is a vibrant Indian restaurant serving authentic Indian foods with genuine flavors of the Indian Subcontinent.  

Brasserie St. Georges is a high priced restaurant inside Hotel Royal St Georges Interlaken MGallery. It has a considerable serving variety of Swiss Food. 

Best Places to Lodge in Interlaken 

Interlaken is in no circumstance a cheap place to stay, but you pay for what you love. Despite being expensive, the Lodging in Interlaken is worth paying.  

Budget Options: Staying at hostels is suggested if you are traveling alone. Balmers Hostel is a classic spot five minutes from the Interlaken West station. Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof is yet another excellent offer with swimming pools that no hostels have. Other budget options include Hotel Chalet Swiss, Carlton-Europe Hotel, and Hotel Roessli.  

Mid-Range Options: Boutique Hotel Bellevue Interlaken is not only a gorgeous 4-star facility housed in the 19^th century stately home, but also offers fabulous views of the river Aare from the balcony of rooms. Hapimag Resort Interlaken and Hotel Interlaken are also some mid-range choices. 

Luxury Options: Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage is also located on the bank of River Aare, from where you will see the grandeur of Eiger Mountain and reach the Ost Station of Interlaken. Maison Bergdorf and Aparthotel Goldey are best known for their amenities and services. 

Additional Recommended Fun Activities in Interlaken 

It’s not possible to enjoy the captivating beauties and fun of Interlaken in a few days. It would be best if you had another life to fulfill your appetite for exploring the beauty of nature in Lauterbrunnen. Here are several other must-plan tours and fun activities to consider:    

Skydive in Interlaken if you seek an adventure. 

Book a Swiss Happening Tour to enjoy the fun and authentic Swiss food, drinks, and photography experience. 

Go bungee jumping in Stockhorn, Swiss Alps. 

Reserve a jetboat ride in the twin lakes, or tour Lake Brienz in a kayak. 

Soak yourself in a challenging white water rafting trip to the Lutschine River.