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Interlaken is the city/resort
in the Jungfrau
offering, and as such it offers probably the widest
range of accommodation.
This does not however hold true in winter as
many of the hotels close for the period. The
ones that
remain open however tend to be quite good value when the snow
flies. You might look into
that.
The Jungfrau Region trains run from
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Interlaken winter highlights
Ski & Snow
All
aboard the boards, sample our snowboards, sunbathe on
our snow beaches, hike along a snowy pike. There’s no
business like snow business. When will you be ready for
the sun-kissed slopes?,, More |
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Interlaken
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How
to get to Interlaken
Come to Interlaken - captivating "capital" of
Switzerland's beautiful Bernese Oberland. Interlaken is
a delightful destination for memorable holidays and
conventions. The town is located between the lakes of
Thun and Brienz, at the foot of the towering trio of the
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Interlaken, cultural highlights
William
Tell Open-Air Theatre - Interlaken
Schiller's drama, recounting the exploits of
Switzerland's legendary national hero, has been
performed at the William Tell Open-Air Theatre at
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Interlaken Summer Highlights
Crystal-clear lakes, sparkling streams and fantastic
falls, caressed by the rays of the sun. The towering
trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, standing like
stately sentinels over a wonder world of eternal snow.
And between these captivating contrasts, a treasure
trove of holiday delights just waiting ,, More |
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The lake's there, heck the name Interlaken
even gets its name from its proximity to these beautiful bodies of water. What a great way to visit the towns of Thun and Brienz to name but two. |
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Railways
 The highest railways in Europe are, reportedly,
those owned by the Railways
of the Jungfrau Region. This super
sightseeing train takes you all thought the Jungfrau region and
spring and summer is a great time to ride it. They have an office in
the town center where helpful and knowledgeable people will help you
decide and buy your most price-advantage ticket. Use it to see all
of the villages in the Jungfrau region, including but not limited to
Wengen, Murren, Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. |
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 Hiking& Walking
There are plenty of well-marked trails for hikers
in Interlaken and nearby resorts as these are suitable for all ages
and all standards. There are even paved footpaths along Lake Thun
and Lake Brienz that are suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, and
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Sightseeing
 I would stay in the Jungfrau region to do my
sightseeing from Interlaken, regardless of the weather. This
especially if my visit is short. There are still boat trips around
the lake, train trips to Grindelwald, Murren, Wengen and Interlaken.
Heck you can even visit Sheidegg during those days. Wonders never
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Jungfraujoch
 And then there is the creme de la crème the
Jungfraujoch, top of Europe at 3454 meters. As the highest railway
station in Europe just being there is worth the effort. Nonetheless
things that await are ice caves and other active pursuits. Cheap
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Day Trip
In Interlaken and open from April, a half-day
excursion to Harderkulm (1322 m/4337 ft) is a great day out and a
remarkable Interlaken vantage point. The mountain is smack between
the lakes of Brienz and Thun and from there feast your eyes on the
great mountains of the Jungfrau region, the Eiger, The Monch and The
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Interlaken is the
city/resort in the Jungfrau offering,
and as such it offers probably the widest range of
accommodation.
This does not however hold true in winter as
many of the hotels close for the period. The
ones that
remain open however tend to be quite good value when the snow
flies. You might look into
that.
The Jungfrau Region trains run from
Interlaken and connect directly to any of the ski areas on the lift map.
Trip duration if memory serves is about thirty minutes. Although many of
the hotels close in winter there is still ample action to occupy your
time during the non-ski hours too.
However it is really in summer when this famous city by the lake takes on its
best hue. Everything you
could possibly ask for to indulge in is available, except summer skiing
and beach life.
Still all this information does not preclude you giving
the city a look-see to use as a base for your downhill operations. If you
are travelling to the Jungfrau Ski Region by train, Interlaken is the
place you will arrive. From
there the Jungfrau trains will take you to your chosen resort.
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Interlaken winter highlights
Ski & Snow
All aboard the boards, sample our snowboards, sunbathe on our snow
beaches, hike along a snowy pike. There’s no business like snow
business. When will you be ready for the sun-kissed slopes?
Jungfrau-Top- Ski-Region
Choose your favourite of three glorious ski areas "Mürren-Schilthorn",
"Kleine Scheidegg-Männlichen" and "Grindelwald-First". More than 45
cable cars and lifts, 213 km downhill ski slopes, 100 km scenic
hiking trails, 50 km sledging trails, 30 km cross country runs.
Valley stations accessible by train, bus and car.
Beatenberg- Niederhorn
Families are most welcome! The ski areas of Beatenberg and
Niederhorn have lots to offer for parents as well as kids. 1 gondola
cableway, 4 lifts. 20 km of downhill slopes, 22 km hiking trails, 4
km sledging trails, 15 km cross country runs. Valley stations
accessible by bus and car.
Wilderswil / Saxeten
Children’s ski area & ski school in Saxeten. Accessible by bus or
car from Wilderswil. 1 small skilift, 4 km romantic sledging trail.
Come to Interlaken - captivating "capital" of Switzerland's
beautiful Bernese Oberland. Interlaken is a delightful destination
for memorable holidays and conventions. The town is located between
the lakes of Thun and Brienz, at the foot of the towering trio of
the Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau.
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Interlaken live Web Cam |
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How to
get to Interlaken
Come to Interlaken - captivating "capital" of Switzerland's
beautiful Bernese Oberland. Interlaken is a delightful destination
for memorable holidays and conventions. The town is located between
the lakes of Thun and Brienz, at the foot of the towering trio of
the Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau.
by air
Zürich Kloten / all major airlines
Train: Distance 198 km / Travel time 2 h 25' Street: Distance 175 km
/ Travel time 2 h 15'
Geneva / all major airlines
Train: Distance 226 km / Travel time 2 h 40' Street: Distance 186 km
/ Travel time 2 h 30'
Bern-Belp / regional and Swiss airlines
Train: Distance 60 km / Travel time 1 h 10' Street: Distance 48 km /
Travel time 35 Min.
Basel Mulhouse / European airlines
Train: Distance 175 km / Travel time 2 h 15' Street: Distance 152 km
/ Travel time 2 h
by rail
Integrated part of the Swiss Travel System network with more than
20'000 km of railroads, boat and postal routes
Direct train connections from and to Zurich Airport and all major
Swiss cities every hour
Daily direct trains from foreign countries to Interlaken
- Kiel-Hamburg-Frankfurt/Main-Basel-Bern-Interlaken (ICE 73)
- Amsterdam-Düsseldorf-Köln-Mainz-Basel-Bern-Interlaken (EC 105)
Daily direct trains from foreign countries to Interlaken (with
changing)
- Mailand-Spiez-Interlaken
- Prag-Dresden-Frankfurt/Main-Basel-Spiez-Interlaken
- Paris-Bern-Interlaken
- Wien-Salzburg-Innsbruck-Zürich-Interlaken
- Bruxelles-Luxembourg-Bern-Interlaken
by car
Road connections link Interlaken with the airports of Zurich,
Geneva, Basel and Berne as well as with all major European cities by
the well developed road system of Switzerland.
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Interlaken, cultural highlights
William Tell Open-Air Theatre - Interlaken
Schiller's drama, recounting the exploits of Switzerland's legendary
national hero, has been performed at the William Tell Open-Air
Theatre at Rugenwald (near Interlaken) since 1912. The auditorium
provides covered seating for up to 2300 people.
Swiss Folklore Show
This traditional evening show at Interlaken's Casino-Kursaal is
always a popular attraction with vacation visitors. The programme
combines colourful folklore entertainment with a wide choice of
Swiss culinary creations.
Interlaken Music Festival
The Interlaken Music Festival is one of the most important events on
the Swiss classical calendar. Performers at this annual summer
spectacle always include leading international orchestras and
soloists.
St. Beatus Caves - Half-day excursion
Switzerland's first and only underground cave museum - spectacular
but safe. Explore this mysterious maze of stalactites, stalagmites,
lakes and waterfalls to a depth of 3000 metres. From Interlaken by
ship, car, bus - or on foot along the historic Pilgrims' Path.
Jungfrau Region Museum of Tourism
The first regional museum of its kind in Switzerland, this museum
traces the history of travel and tourism to the Jungfrau Region.
Many exhibits date back some 200 years and range from handicrafts
and hotel interiors to folklore, fashions and means of
transportation.
Tin Figure Museum (Interlaken Castle)
Get a new perspective on world history - visit the Tin Figure Museum
in Interlaken. You'll be mesmerized by the multitude of miniature
figures on display. This remarkable exhibition is a beautiful blend
of art and entertainment, comprising some 150 scenes from world
history.
Ballenberg Open-Air Museum Ballenberg (near Brienz)
Half-day or full-day excursion
This unique museum offers a fascinating insight into Swiss rural
dwellings and lifestyles dating back several centuries. The many
attractions include some 90 buildings, plus demonstrations and
displays of farming trades and traditional crafts.
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Interlaken Summer Highlights
Crystal-clear
lakes, sparkling streams and fantastic falls, caressed by the rays
of the sun. The towering trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau,
standing like stately sentinels over a wonder world of eternal snow.
And between these captivating contrasts, a treasure trove of holiday
delights just waiting to be discovered. Here are just a few of the
many attractions which never fail to fascinate vacation visitors to
the Interlaken region of Switzerland.
Excursions
Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe (3454 m/11'333 ft) Full-day excursion
Snow and ice 100% guaranteed! The Sphinx observation hall,
impressive Ice Palace and hiking plateau - these are the year-round
attractions up on the Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in
Europe. Summer attractions include a ski lift, husky-drawn sledging
and adventure activities.
Schilthorn - Piz Gloria (2970 m/9744 ft) Half-day or full-day
excursion
The most spectacular 360° panorama in the Alps! Dine-and-wine in the
world's first revolving restaurant at an altitude of nearly 3000
metres. Impressive views embrace some 200 snow-capped peaks, ranging
from the Bernese Alps to Mont Blanc in France and Germany's Black
Forest.
Kl. Scheidegg (2061 m/6762 ft) Half-day or full-day excursion
The awesome Eiger North Wall. Kleine Scheidegg is located between
the Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald Valleys, at the foot of the
towering trio of the Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau. A popular meeting
point for cowherds, climbers and tourists from throughout the world.
Mürren (1634 m/5361 ft) Half-day or full-day excursion
Wonderful Winteregg, with its attractive mountain restaurant, lies
on the hiking trail high above "Waterfall Valley". The eminent
German poet Goethe penned his praise of this lovely landscape. Two
centuries later, this is still nature at its purest.
Schynige Platte with Alpine Garden (1967 m/6454 ft)
Half-day or full-day excursion. Take the cosy cogwheel railway to
this superb vantage point, where the views of the Eiger, Mönch &
Jungfrau are acclaimed as the finest. Other attractions include
extensive hiking trails, the Lowa Hiking Shoe Test Centre.
Alpine Garden: This famous botanical attraction comprises some 500
different flowering plants and ferns grouped in 15 groups of near
-natural locations. From mid-June until late September, the Alpine
Garden is an ever changing blaze of colour.
Männlichen (2227 m/7306 ft) Half-day or full-day excursion
The magnificent Männlichen is an ideal excursion destination for
rest and recreation. And a naturally superb sun terrace. Excellent
hiking country with views of the mighty Mönch, Eiger and Jungfrau.
Grindelwald - First (2168 m/7113 ft) Half-day or one-day excursion
90 kilometres of heavenly hiking trails. Crystal-clear lakes
reflecting snow-capped summits. And pure alpine air. Such delights
are waiting to be discovered in the Grosse Scheidegg-First-Bussalp
region.
Harder Kulm (1322 m/4337 ft) Half-day excursion
From Interlaken it is only a matter of minutes to the Harder Kulm.
This attractive vantage point offers fine views of the Bernese
Oberland "capital" (between the Lakes of Brienz and Thun) as well as
the entire Jungfrau Region. Particularly popular with children are
the trip to the top by funicular and the Alpine wildlife park at the
valley station.
Heimwehfluh (669 m/2195 ft) Half-day excursion
By old-timer funicular (built in 1906) to the beautiful Heimwehfluh
vantage point above Interlaken. Attractions here include beautiful
woodland paths, an open-air model railway, an exciting bob run and a
spacious play area for children. The summit restaurant serves a
choice of snacks.
Niederhorn (1954 m/6411 ft) Half-day or full-day excursion
You can get there by railway, by boat, by bus, by funicular and by
aerial cableway. The Niederhorn above Beatenberg is one of the most
popular vantage points in the Bernese Oberland. Fine panoramic views
extend from the Lakes of Thun and Brienz to the Eiger, Mönch &
Jungfrau.
Brienzer Rothorn (2350 m/7710 ft) Half-day or full-day excursion
Take a trip up to the Rothorn on Switzerland's only surviving
steam-driven cogwheel railway. The route passes through wonderful
woodland, over mountain pastures and past rugged rockfaces. The
scenic summit is an ideal departure point for memorable mountain
hikes.
Trümmelbachfälle Half-day excursion
This unique spectacle comprises no fewer than 10 glacier-fed
waterfalls inside a mountain. The impressive falls - floodlit and
accessible by a special tunnel lift - carry up to 20,000 litres of
water a second.
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