Interlaken

Nature-lovers long for beautiful, secluded spots in and around Interlaken that are perfect for recharging their batteries: gentle activities, dreaming, experiencing, celebrating enjoyable moments. Families want to spend time together and are looking for entertaining activities and adventures: experiencing, discovering and learning together. The brave and the active are looking for sporting challenges, variation and even the ultimate adrenaline kick: faster, higher, further.

Interlaken is Europe’s number one adventure destination. Such a range of professionally organised adventure activities in a small space, set in perfect landscapes, glaciers and lakes is absolutely unique. The town is the ideal starting point in particular for everyone wanting to see the tourist highlights and the well-known excursion destinations of the holiday region such as, for example, the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe in eternal ice and the Schilthorn – Piz Gloria with its 360-degree panorama. A holiday in Interlaken remains an unforgettable experience whatever the season. What are you looking for?

Do you want to experience water? Then you could not choose a better place than Interlaken. Lakes Thun and Brienz are linked by the Aare which consequently flows through the charming town of Interlaken. Playful mountain streams and spring water which cleave their way down into the valley from the adjacent mountains converge in the Aare. Close by and just a few metres of altitude away, clear mountain lakes glitter and send thunderous waterfalls over rugged cliff edges down into the depths. Untiringly, mineral water gushes from the numerous countryside standposts, usually in the very best, healthy drinking water quality. A genuine privilege: in your hotel or holiday apartment, you only need to switch on the tap to get top-class drinking water. It is healthy, tasty and what's more extremely sustainable and good for the environment.

Water, particularly the Aare, was always a central element in the history of Interlaken. The current town of Interlaken used to be called Aarmühle. From 1562, the monastery mill which gave the town its name belonged to the bailiffs. From 1708, however, the four millwheels of Aarmühle stood still. In 1891 the name was then changed to "Interlaken". The name is derived from the Latin “Inter Lacūs” which means between the lakes.

Interlaken stands for variety, contrast and individualism in different areas. Diverse activities and possibilities, but also coloured contrasts created by the scenery of the surrounding mountains, nearby glittering waters, green forests within walking distance and lush meadows with grazing cattle. But you will also be inspired by Interlaken's urban flair. The picturesque old town of Unterseen is a veritable insiders’ tip. Charming restaurants and cafés invite you to dream and enjoy. A gentle walk along the Aare or into the Weissenau nature reserve close by on the shores of Lake Thun helps you to switch off and recharge your batteries.

Unterseen is connected to the bustling centre of Interlaken by the Marktgasse. On the popular Höheweg and on the Höhematte, you will find the complete opposite to the quiet old town. Hustle and bustle is the order of the day here whatever the season. Guests from all over the world marvel at the picture-postcard setting, created by the famous white giants Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Taking a snapshot of the Three Peaks is bound to be on your to-do list regardless of the season. Take your perfect souvenir photo.