314 Hotels in Interlaken, Berne (Bern)

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At a glance

Climate

Alpine

Languages

German and French and Italian and English

Local currency

CHF (CHF)

Local time

19:15 (GMT+2)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

4 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Interlaken Ost

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

Not expected, appreciated

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 90 · Outstanding

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Cheese Fondue Rösti Swiss Chocolate Raclette

When to visit Interlaken

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: July, August Busiest: Jun-Aug

Jan

40

Cold, snowy, winter sports
Feb

45

Cold, snowy, winter sports
Mar

50

Cool, snow melting
Apr

60

Mild, spring blooms
May

75

Pleasant, greening, hiking
Jun

85

Warm, sunny, busy
Jul

90

Hot, peak season
Aug

90

Warm, peak season
Sept

80

Mild, autumn colors
Oct

65

Cool, crisp, fewer crowds
Nov

45

Cold, quiet, early snow
Dec

50

Cold, festive, snow

40

Jan Cold, snowy, winter sports

45

Feb Cold, snowy, winter sports

50

Mar Cool, snow melting

60

Apr Mild, spring blooms

75

May Pleasant, greening, hiking

85

Jun Warm, sunny, busy

90

Jul Hot, peak season

90

Aug Warm, peak season

80

Sept Mild, autumn colors

65

Oct Cool, crisp, fewer crowds

45

Nov Cold, quiet, early snow

50

Dec Cold, festive, snow

Things to do in Interlaken

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

1 place

Hiking in Lauterbrunnen Valley

Lauterbrunnen 4 hrs

Discover the Valley of 72 Waterfalls, including Trümmelbach Falls.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

4 places

Paragliding over Interlaken

Interlaken 1.5 hrs

Soar above the town and lakes with breathtaking alpine scenery.

Outdoors

Harder Kulm Panoramic View

Interlaken 3 hrs

Take a funicular to a viewpoint overlooking Interlaken, Lake Thun, and Lake Brienz.

Outdoors Good for children

Lake Thun & Brienz Cruise

Interlaken 2 hrs

Relax on a scenic boat trip across the turquoise waters of the alpine lakes.

Indoors Good for children

Canyoning/Rafting

Interlaken 3 hrs

Experience thrilling water sports in the stunning Swiss canyons and rivers.

Outdoors

Any time of day

2 places

Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

Jungfrau Region 6 hrs

Ride a cogwheel train to Europe's highest railway station for panoramic glacier views.

Indoors Good for children

St. Beatus Caves

Lake Thun 2 hrs

Explore fascinating limestone caves with waterfalls and underground lakes.

Indoors Good for children

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Culture and history

3 Days in Interlaken — Culture & History

Uncover the rich heritage and captivating stories nestled between Interlaken's two stunning lakes.

This 3-day itinerary invites you to delve deep into Interlaken's past, exploring its monastic roots, the evolution of Swiss tourism, and traditional alpine life. Perfect for history buffs and culture enthusiasts eager to discover the heart of Switzerland beyond its adventure sports.

3 Days 15 Stops

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