Bern · Switzerland
Interlaken.
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Interlaken sits dramatically between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, with the snow-capped peaks of the Jungfrau massif towering above. This legendary Alpine resort serves as the gateway to the Jungfrau region, offering access to mountain railways, hiking trails, and spectacular scenery. Beyond adventure sports, Interlaken features elegant belle époque hotels, lakeside promenades, and the beautiful Höhematte park with unobstructed mountain views. The town combines Victorian tourism heritage with Swiss mountain culture. This blend of stunning location, mountain access, and resort amenities makes Interlaken a classic Swiss destination.
Belle époque resort heritageMountain railway access
What you'll do here
Things to do.
- 01Take the cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch
- 02Walk along Lake Thun and Lake Brienz
- 03Paraglide from nearby mountains
- 04Explore Höhematte park
- 05Cruise on both lakes
- 06Visit Harder Kulm viewpoint
Within a short drive
Nearby attractions.
JungfraujochTop of Europe station at 3,454m
Grindelwaldcharming mountain village
Lauterbrunnenvalley with 72 waterfalls
Schynige Plattepanoramic railway and Alpine garden
St. Beatus Caveshistoric caves with waterfalls
A year in Interlaken
Monthly weather.
Best weatherLeast crowded
january2°/-4°
70mm
Cold with snow; winter sports season.
february4°/-3°
65mm
Cold winter; skiing and snow activities.
march9°/0°
70mm
Cool spring; quieter mountain access.
april13°/3°
Least crowded75mm
Mild weather; spring awakens.
may17°/7°
Least crowded100mm
Pleasant with rain; green Alpine meadows.
june20°/10°
Best weather115mm
Warm summer; excellent for hiking.
july22°/12°
Best weather110mm
Warmest month; peak tourism season.
august22°/12°
115mm
Warm with storms; great mountain weather.
september18°/9°
Best weather90mm
Pleasant autumn; beautiful fall colors.
october13°/5°
Least crowded80mm
Cool with colors; spectacular scenery.
november7°/1°
80mm
Cold and rainy; off-season quiet.
december3°/-2°
75mm
Cold with snow; festive Alpine town.
Averages from the last decade · source: local weather records
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Common questions
Asked & answered.
- In Interlaken, visitors can enjoy Take the cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch, Walk along Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, Paraglide from nearby mountains and Explore Höhematte park. Located in Bern, this destination is ideal for slow travellers seeking authentic, unhurried experiences.
- The best months to visit Interlaken include: May — Pleasant with rain; green Alpine meadows.. July — Warmest month; peak tourism season.. June — Warm summer; excellent for hiking..
- Interlaken offers scenic panoramic train rides and boat charters and waterway cruising. Located in Bern, Switzerland, it's ideal for travellers who prefer authentic, unhurried experiences over typical tourist itineraries.
- Near Interlaken, you can explore Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe station at 3,454m, Grindelwald - charming mountain village, Lauterbrunnen - valley with 72 waterfalls and Schynige Platte - panoramic railway and Alpine garden. These nearby destinations complement a slow travel itinerary through Bern, Switzerland.