Excursions In The Bernese Oberland

The Bernese Oberland offers an incredible range of things to see and do, from soaring mountain peaks to jaunts on the lake, from thundering waterfalls to scenic walks. The Half Fare Card included with your holiday allows you to explore to your heart's content, with the travel being offered at a great discount. We can also recommend the Bernese Oberland Regional Pass and the Jungfrau Travel Pass for visitors planning daily excursions. We will be happy to help you with your plans on 0800 619 1200.

Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe

Jungfraujoch

All year. An unforgettable experience including a train journey to Europe's highest railway station and a vantage point at 3,571m. This land ice and snow offers magnificent views of the Aletsch Glacier and the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau massif.

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The Eiger Express offers fantastic views

Eiger Express

All year. New cableway between Grindelwald and the Eigergletscher with a comfortable ride and spectacular views, passing in front of the famous north face of the Eiger. Follow the Eiger Trail or continue your journey by rail to the Jungfraujoch.

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Schilthorn cable car

Schilthorn-Piz Gloria

Jan-Oct. The famous Schilthorn mountain is a 'must do' excursion. Journey from Mürren by cable car to the Piz Gloria revolving restaurant and the most amazing views of the Jungfrau region including the famous trio - the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

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Lake Thun

Lake Cruises

All year. Two beautiful lakes surrounded by stunning scenery and a scheduled boat service on each. Whether you take a quick hop to a nearby resort or enjoy a full day round trip, this is a must do while you are in the region.

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Brienzer Rothorn steam train

Brienzer Rothorn by Steam

Jun-Oct. A favourite steam train journey from the lakeside town of Brienz up to the Rothorn mountain summit. The panoramic views on arrival are beautiful - including Pilatus, Rigi and Titlis as well as the nearby Bernese Alps.

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Schynige Platte train

Schynige Platte

Jun-Oct. A wonderful day out! Walkers can hike up to the summit and enjoy the silence and the stunning views of the mountain scenery - or you can journey up by the cogwheel train. The alpine garden is also most enjoyable.

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Kleine Scheidegg and the Eiger

Kleine Scheidegg

All year. Kleine Scheidegg is located above the Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald valleys - 2,061m above sea level and nestling at the foot of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. A popular meeting point for climbers and hikers from around the world.

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Männlichen

Männlichen

May-Oct & Dec-April. Fantastic views can be enjoyed from the top of the Männlichen over the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau and surrounding mountains. The station at the top is an ideal starting point for scenic hikes or for relaxing with a drink on the sun terrace.

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Tissot Cliff Walk, Grindelwald First mountain

Grindelwald First

Dec-Oct. There is plenty to see and do on the First mountain, one of the most scenic areas in the Jungfrau region with its crystal clear lakes. The Cliff Walk by Tissot is a suspension bridge with an amazing 45m long observation platform.

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Pfingstegg views

Pfingstegg

May-Oct. The Pfingstegg is the ideal departure point for unforgettable walks to the glaciers. This is also Grindelwald's vantage point above the village and has unique views of the whole valley of Grindelwald and the high Alps.

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Allmendhubel

Allmendhubel

Jun-Oct. A few minutes from Mürren is the fabulous Allmendhubel at 1,907m - a perfect place to relax and enjoy splendid views of the snowcapped alpine peaks on the opposite side of the valley. An ideal starting point for hikes.

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Harder Kulm

Harder Kulm

Apr-Nov. This is an excursion not to be missed and is ideal even for those who are just passing through Interlaken as it is so easily reached from the town. Harder Kulm has fantastic views, walks and a restaurant.

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Heimwehfluh

Heimwehfluh

Apr-Oct. Heimwehfluh offers magnificent views, with a panoramic restaurant and historic lookout tower above the Bernese Oberland mountains and the lakes of Interlaken. There is also a summer toboggan run and a model railway display.

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Mount Stockhorn

Stockhorn

May-Feb. The Stockhorn mountain in the lush Simmental region offers the opportunity to take the cable car from Erlenbach to the summit - which lies at 2,190m and boasts walking trails and magnificent views over 200 mountain peaks.

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Niederhorn

Niederhorn

All year. Plenty of hiking and walking opportunities on the Niederhorn, also activities for families and children and the chance to relax at Beatenberg on its sunny terrace, where you can stop for a drink amidst the stunning scenery.

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Iconic Niesen mountain

Niesen

Apr-Nov. From the pyramid shaped Mount Niesen, you can see stunning views of the Bernese Alps - on some days you can even see as far as the Jura Mountains in the north. Enjoy your journey to the summit on the Niesen funicular.

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Trümmelbach Falls

Trümmelbach Falls

Apr-Nov. This unique spectacle in the Lauterbrunnen Valley comprises 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 every second!

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Reichenbach funicular

Reichenbach Falls

May-mid-Oct. The ride up in the nostalic wooden wagon, which is a replica of the original, will take you to the base of the impressive 120m high waterfall. Wonderful views of the waterfall and the Hasli Valley from the viewing platform.

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Aareschlucht

Aare Gorge

Apr-Oct. The Aare Gorge is situated in the Haslital Valley near Meiringen and offers a wonderful way to experience the power of nature with many paths and tunnels to walk through. The gorge is 1,400m log and 200m deep in places.

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Rosenlaui region

Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge

Late Jun-Oct. Visitors have been awed by the natural energy at the Gletscherschlucht (Glacier Gorge) for over 100 years. Walk through the gorge for an amazing experience, set in the middle of magnificent mountain scenery.

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Oeschinensee

Oeschinensee

May-Oct. Lake Oeschinen - lies at 1,578m in the UNESCO World Heritage region of the Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch. This stunningly beautiful lake is surrounded by mountains. Also available Dec-Mar for a completely contrasting panorama.

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Ballenberg

Ballenberg

Mid Apr-late Oct. Ballenberg is living testimony to Switzerland's rich cultural heritage. The clock is turned back as visitors are given a vivid glimpse of what it was like to live and work in the countryside in the old days. A wonderful day out.

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