Posted by The Bernese Oberland is one of the most beautiful regions in Switzerland and offers tourists a variety of activities and sights. Hardly any other area in the country attracts more tourists. The starting point for visiting the Oberland or the Bernese Alps is the tourist hotspot Interlaken. Here are the top 10 things that you should experience as a tourist in the Bernese Oberland in our opinion:
1. Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe
The Jungfraujoch is the highest railway station in Europe and offers breathtaking views of the Aletsch glacier and the surrounding peaks. A must for every visitor! The highlight of the region. Unfortunately, the trip up on the cog railway is quite expensive, now over 250 euros round trip. But it is a unique experience that you will never forget for the rest of your life.
Tickets to the Jungfraujoch
Demand for the limited capacity on the train etc. is high, we recommend booking online in advance.
Only tickets for trains and cable car to the Jungfraujoch and back are available on this link: More info and booking
There are complete tours from Interlaken with guide, which are hardly more expensive than the tickets with the trains: More info and booking
This famous mountain offers a breathtaking 360-degree view of the Swiss Alps and is known from the James Bond film “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”. The revolving Piz Gloria restaurant is a highlight. Also accessible by train. Tickets from the valley to the Schilthorn with Thrill Walk etc. should be booked online in advance, unfortunately costing just over 100 euros: More info and booking
3. Lauterbrunnen Valley
This valley is famous for its 72 waterfalls, including the Staubbach Falls. The Lauterbrunnen Valley is also an ideal starting point for hikes in the surrounding mountains.
4. Thun Castle
The medieval castle offers great views of Lake Thun and the Alps. Inside the castle there is a museum that shows the history of the region. The old town of Thun is also worth seeing.
5. Brienzer Rothorn
A ride on the old steam train up the Brienzer Rothorn offers wonderful views of Lake Brienz and the Alps. Once at the top, there are numerous hiking trails.
6. Trümmelbach Falls
The Trümmelbach Falls are an impressive natural wonder. These waterfalls, which are located inside the mountain, are accessible via a system of tunnels and stairs. Absolutely worth seeing.
7. Schwarzsee
This picturesque mountain lake near Grindelwald is a perfect place for a relaxing stroll or picnic. The surrounding area is ideal for hiking.
8. Harder Kulm
The mountain near Interlaken offers spectacular panoramic views of Lakes Thun and Brienz as well as the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. A cable car on rails takes visitors directly from the town of Interlaken to the summit in just a few minutes.
Buy tickets for the Harderbahn online: More information and booking
9. Oeschinensee
The Oeschinensee is a great mountain lake in a magnificent landscape. It can only be reached on foot, but there is also a cable car nearby. No road.
10. Lake Thun and Lake Brienz
The two large lakes near Interlaken offer numerous opportunities for boat trips, water sports or relaxing days on the shore. Both lakes are surrounded by picturesque villages and impressive mountain landscapes.
There are of course many more natural wonders and sights in the Bernese Oberland. This is our personal list on the topic: Where to go in the Berner Oberland?