Things to Do in Interlaken
Plan your days in Interlaken, your way
Interlaken gives you a little of everything, and it all fits together easily.
Ride the funicular up Harder Kulm for the view that explains the whole town at once, two lakes, one river, mountains everywhere.
Spend a slow morning on Lake Brienz by boat, hopping off at the Giessbach Falls for the spray and the terrace.
Lunch on rösti or fondue at a terrace on Höheweg, watching paragliders land on the meadow.
Afternoon is for wandering Unterseen's old lanes across the river, quiet, pretty, and unhurried.
If the mood strikes, Lauterbrunnen's waterfall valley is twenty minutes away by train.
The Höhematte at sunset needs no plan at all, just a bench and some ice cream.
One big excursion, one gentle wander, one great meal: the rhythm writes itself.
Nothing here is extreme unless you want it to be.
It is simply a beautiful place that makes deciding easy.
Top attractions and places to eat in Interlaken
Giessbach Waterfalls
A series of cascading waterfalls on the shore of Lake Brienz, accessible by funicular and scenic trails, with a historic grand hotel nearby.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Oeschinen Lake
A stunning turquoise mountain lake near Kandersteg surrounded by steep peaks, reached by gondola and hiking trails, popular for hiking and boating.
attraction · 4.8 rating
Jungfraujoch
The 'Top of Europe,' a high-altitude saddle reached by cogwheel railway, home to a glacier, an ice palace, and observation decks with sweeping Alpine views.
attraction · 4.5 rating
Panoramic Viewpoint - Harder Kulm
A mountaintop viewpoint reached by funicular, offering panoramic views over Interlaken and the surrounding lakes and peaks. Travelers go for the sweeping alpine vistas and the famous viewing platform.
restaurant · 4.5 rating · CHF 44
First
A mountain summit above Grindelwald reached by gondola, known for its cliff walk, panoramic Alpine views, and adventure activities like the First Flyer zipline.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Lake Brienz
A vivid turquoise glacial lake east of Interlaken surrounded by mountains and waterfalls, popular for boat cruises, swimming, and scenic shorelines.
attraction · 4.8 rating
Schilthorn
A 2,970m summit crowned by the revolving Piz Gloria restaurant made famous by a James Bond film, offering 360-degree panoramic Alpine views.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Lake Thun
A large Alpine lake west of Interlaken dotted with castles and villages, ideal for boat trips, swimming, and lakeside walks against a mountain backdrop.
attraction · 4.8 rating
Männlichen
A mountain ridge above the Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald valleys reached by cable car, offering panoramic viewpoints and gentle high-altitude walking trails.
attraction · 4.8 rating
First Cliff Walk by Tissot
Metal walkway suspended from the cliffside at the top of Grindelwald First, offering panoramic mountain and valley views.
landmark · 4.6 rating
Schynige Platte
Scenic mountain reached by historic cogwheel railway, popular for hiking and panoramic views.
trail · 4.6 rating
Höhematte Park
A large open green meadow in the center of Interlaken with sweeping views toward the Jungfrau. Travelers visit to relax on the lawn, picnic, and watch paragliders land.
park · 4.2 rating
Interlaken
A resort town in the Bernese Oberland set between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, serving as a gateway to the Jungfrau region (duplicate entry). Travelers use it as a base for alpine excursions, adventure sports, and scenic mountain access.
neighborhood · 4.4 rating
Reformierte Schlosskirche
A reformed castle church in Interlaken notable for its historic religious architecture. Travelers visit for its heritage and quiet interior.
church · 4.1 rating
Swiss Helicopter
Helicopter tour operator offering scenic flights over the Alps.
trail · 4.6 rating