Traveling to the city of Interlaken is a trip to the world of nature and entertainment in Switzerland

Interlaken is located at the foot of one of the famous Jungfraujoch scenic regions in Switzerland

It is the gateway to the Berner Oberland. There, you can not only go boating on the lakes

You can even take a cable car ride to the top of the Swiss Alps and see the natural beauty of the Jungfrau

And when you add the fact that the weather is nice all year round and the environment is absolutely beautiful

You can see why the area has become such a popular European tourist destination.

Travel to Interlaken 

Interlaken website

As the name suggests, Interlaken lies on a narrow strip of land between two lakes, Lake Thun and Lake Brienz

Both are fed by the river Aar. The beautiful landscape provides tourists with plenty of places to visit in Interlaken within the city itself

As well as providing plenty of day trips from Interlaken.

It has a population of about 14000 people

Interlaken is one of the largest cities in the Bernese Oberland and offers a lot of services to both residents and visitors.

How to get to Interlaken

Interlaken is located about 50 km southeast of the Swiss capital, Bern, and 125 km from Zurich.

For visitors arriving by car, parking is available at most accommodations

There are also many public car parks in town (for a fee).

Getting to Interlaken by train is easy, with regular train services running daily between Interlaken and other towns and cities in Europe.

Interlaken is a destination small enough to get around

You also get a free city transport card (as you do in other Swiss towns and cities) to use on buses and get a discount on the funicular. In addition, bicycle rentals are available in many places at reasonable rates.

Shopping in Interlaken

If you are interested in shopping in Interlaken, here you will find everything from luxury stores to chain stores and souvenir shops. The main shopping strip, Hoheweg Street, is XNUMX km from the station Interlaken West .

Shops on this famous street in Interlaken sell watches and high-end jewelry, along with ice cream shops and souvenir shops, and there are plenty of cafes and restaurants that serve outdoor food in the summer, which makes Hohewig the perfect place to sit and watch the locals and tourists enjoying a nicer time. times.

Spa and wellness centers

If your body needs some rest, the spa and wellness centers in Interlaken are the place to visit. After a day of adventure or sightseeing, treat yourself to a massage or body treatment or just relax at one of the city's luxury spas.

Residence in Interlaken

As a holiday resort, there is a wide range of accommodation in Interlaken, including a wide range of luxury Interlaken hotels, mid-range hotels, holiday apartments, youth hostels and a number of camping grounds in the city.

And if you are looking for ways to save money, then the Backpackers Villa is a great place to stay, as it is centrally located between the city and the amazing mountains, this is the ideal place to stay on your budget trip to Interlaken, and the luxurious atmosphere and countless amenities make this hotel One of the city's best budget hotels.

This hotel offers free wifi, buffet breakfast, free coffee, tea and hot chocolate all day and a large kitchen with everything you need. The front desk staff can also help you book tours and activities during your stay.

Excursions from the city and the wonderful tourist activities that you can enjoy

Jungfraujoch from Interlaken

Undoubtedly, one of the most popular things to do near Interlaken is to take the train to the top of Europe's Jungfraugot, which is located at an altitude of 3454 meters, ensuring that you can enjoy an unparalleled range of stunning views, with many activities to keep you busy. For a few hours including snowboarding.

Grindelwald from Interlaken

There are many adventure activities to be found in Grindelwald; Including mountain biking, it is also a pleasant village for shopping and mountain scenery, as the village faces the massive north face of the Eiger, one of the most popular winter ski resorts in the region.

Lauterbrunnen from Interlaken

The pretty alpine village of Lauterbrunnen lies just 20 minutes from Interlaken, and is the gateway to some of the region's most popular attractions including the Schilthorn and Jungfraujoch.

Hiking in the city of Interlaken

If you're interested in hiking Interlaken, you'll be happy to know that there are many trails suitable for all fitness levels and all types of travelers.

The entire area is a glamorous destination for motorcyclists, as there are hundreds of well-maintained trails traversing the mountains and lakeside pastures, with trails to suit all levels of fitness. In addition, Interlaken offers hiking, from about XNUMX-XNUMX hours to a full day, providing plenty of opportunities for visitors to enjoy.

The city of Interlaken is the capital of adventure sports in the world, as it also includes many fun activities that are endless, which you can try, including skydiving, kayaking, surfing on lakes, riding helicopters, skiing and snowboarding in winter, it is even possible To come back to Interlaken every year and still have a new activity you would like to try.

Moraine Village

Interlaken is surrounded by many small towns and villages that offer attractive and traditional scenery of the Swiss Alps, including the completely traffic-free Mürren, which has picturesque streets that are fun to explore, with wooden houses lined with colorful flowers, flags and sculptures with unforgettable mountain scenery as a backdrop. .

Interlaken itself is a wonderful place to explore, full of traditional wooden Swiss architecture, lakes, rivers and gardens and surrounded by picturesque mountains. When walking around the city, you will really feel the liveliness and energy of it, where you can eat cheese, taste your favorite chocolate, or even join... To the list of adventurers who visit the city all year round