Top 16 destinations in Interlaken and surroundings

Romantic and nostalgic. Imposing and breathtaking. Discover the most beautiful spots in the Jungfrau region.

Interlaken, Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen are ideal starting points to explore one of the most impressive mountain landscapes in Europe. To discover the most exciting hotspots in the Jungfrau region. To keep re-experiencing the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

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1. Jungfraujoch – The most beautiful panoramic view of the Alps

 

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View of the Aletsch Glacier from the Jungfraujoch Sphinx observatory deck

It doesn’t get any higher. Nor faster or more convenient. An ultrafast lift takes you to the 108-metre-high observatory of an international research station in just 25 seconds. The lift doors open, you enter the Sphinx viewing terrace and all that’s left to do is enjoy the unique panoramic view. On one side you have a view of the Swiss Mittelland all the way to the Vosges, on the other the UNESCO World Heritage Site with the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand metre peaks. You won’t get a better view anywhere else. Take a few pictures for your friends.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost station to Grindelwald (fast option) or Lauterbrunnen via the Bernese Oberland Railway. In Grindelwald, change to the Eiger Express tricable gondola, then from the Eiger Glacier station take the Jungfrau Railway to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Travel time from Interlaken Ost: 1 hour and 36 minutes. 

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2. Jungfraujoch with the Swiss flag

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Swiss Flag Jungfraujoch

When you get off the Jungfrau Railway at Europe's highest railway station, you still won’t know the feeling of being at the Top of Europe. It takes ten minutes on foot to get to the top and experience this feeling of endlessness, this panoramic view in a class of its own. That's the moment you want to cherish for you and your friends. Get photographed in front of the emblem of Switzerland. Now you have the right to claim on social media that you were at the highest point in Europe, at 3,454 metres above sea level. Simply the Top of Europe.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Lauterbrunnen or Grindelwald via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change to the Wengernalp rack railway and go to Kleine Scheidegg. Ride the Jungfrau Railway directly from there to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Journey time from Interlaken Ost: 2 hours.

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3. Glacier tour in the Ice Palace on the Jungfraujoch

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Jungfraujoch Ice Palace

You have admired the UNESCO World Heritage Site Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch with the largest glacier in the Alps. And now you want to know how this icy splendour feels up close. Welcome to the Ice Palace, another attraction on the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. On a mirror-smooth tour through a frosty world, you will find works of art by local artists. The eagle, penguin and bear look like they have just turned to ice. Charlie Chaplin also makes you melt at minus three degrees Celsius. To warm up after your icy walk, treat yourself to a coffee or grog in one of the restaurants.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost station to Grindelwald (fast option) or Lauterbrunnen via the Bernese Oberland Railway. At Grindelwald Terminal, change to the Eiger Express tricable gondola, then from the Eiger Glacier station take the Jungfrau Railway to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Travel time from Interlaken Ost: 1 hour and 36 minutes.

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4. Eismeer: on the way to the Jungfraujoch

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View from the Eismeer station

So far you have only seen the white splendour of the Alps from a distance. When you travel to the Jungfraujoch, you get an impression of what this unique world looks like up close for the first time at Eismeer station. Erratic ice blocks under a blanket of eternal snow, the panorama of the impressive four-thousand metre peaks a little further away – a picture that could be thousands of years old. This is what you get to see during the 5-minute stopover at 3,160 metres above sea level. Use this stop on the way up to take a personal souvenir picture. It will always remind you of how ice and rocks shape the Swiss Alps.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost station to Grindelwald (fast option) via the Bernese Oberland Railway. At Grindelwald Terminal, change to the Eiger Express tricable gondola, then from the Eiger Glacier station take the Jungfrau Railway to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Travel time from Interlaken Ost: 1 hour and 36 minutes.

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5. Eiger Express: touch the Eiger North Face

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Eiger Express in front of the North face of the Eiger

At 1,800 metres, it is by far the highest of the famous north faces in the Alps. And it has fascinated mountaineers as well as other visitors for generations: the mighty Eiger North Face. With the Eiger Express, you can reach this imposing wall of rocks and ice. The most modern tricable gondola in the world, which connects Grindelwald with Eiger Glacier station, will bring you within touching distance of the “wall of walls”. The sight will leave you in awe and admiration of those who dare to climb it. Courageous mountaineers have developed more than 30 routes. The fascination and respect for the Eiger North Face remains unchanged to this day.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Grindelwald Terminal via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change there and take the Eiger Express tricable gondola directly to the Eiger Glacier. Journey time from Grindelwald Terminal to Eiger Glacier station: 15 minutes.

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6. Eiger Glacier: right in the heart of the High Alps

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Eigergletscher station

The Eiger Express summit station, starting point for the trip to the Jungfraujoch, all around one of the most impressive views of the high Alpine mountain world: that is the Eiger Glacier station. It connects the hiking and skiing area at the foot of the Eiger North Face with the fascinating world of ice and snow of the Jungfraujoch. From here, it continues to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. If you are out and about in winter with skis, snowboard or sledge, there are numerous downhill routes, hiking and sledging trails. In summer, you can choose between alpine hiking trails and gently sloping footpaths. But before you move on, you should treat yourself to a little refreshment in the bistro and simply take in the magnificent view.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Grindelwald Terminal via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change there and take the Eiger Express tricable gondola directly to the Eiger Glacier. Journey time from Grindelwald Terminal to Eiger Glacier station: 15 minutes.

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7. Enchanting reflections on the Kleine Scheidegg

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Fallbodensee Kleine Scheidegg

Many have found the Eiger North Face a tough nut to crack. At the Fallbodensee lake above the Kleine Scheidegg, an exhibition at the “Chilchli” (small church) shows the rise and fall of famous mountain heroes. Things aren’t so tough for you. You can comfortably walk from Kleine Scheidegg railway station to the former transformer station in 30 minutes. Right next to it, the Fallbodensee lake offers the chance to take a breather. The interesting thing about it is that in its clear, still waters, the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau reflect more enchantingly than in any other water – and on a water surface whose turquoise colour is more reminiscent of the South Seas than of the monumental Alpine panorama. From the Fallbodensee lake you can hike on various easy routes to Grindelwald or Wengen.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Lauterbrunnen or Grindelwald via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change to the Wengernalp rack railway and go to Kleine Scheidegg. With connections to the Jungfraubahn to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Journey time from Interlaken Ost: 1 hour and 15 minutes

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8. Royal panoramic view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau

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Royal Walk view point

The panoramic view from Männlichen is glorious in itself: Kleine Scheidegg, the triumvirate of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, the Lauterbrunnen valley with the mountain ranges of the Bernese Oberland. However, the “Royal Walk” is the icing on the cake. The themed trail leads from the Grindelwald-Männlichen Railway summit station via a comfortable 25-minute walk to the summit. At the entrance gate, the path begins through your future Kingdom. On the way, you will meet a court painter, explore a variety of treasures and get to know your court. At the end, a crown-shaped summit platform awaits and offers you nothing less than a royal panoramic view. By the way: The “Royal Walk” is also a highlight in winter.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Grindelwald Terminal via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change there and take the Grindelwald-Männlichen cable car up to Männlichen. Travel time from Grindelwald Terminal: just under 20 minutes.

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9. Train journey with a view like a poem

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View of the Lauterbrunnen valley from Wengwald

The journey that offers you the finest viewing experience takes just 20 minutes. In this time, the train will take you from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen, where you transfer to the Wengernalp Railway. Then your journey of discovery begins. And there’s a lot to discover: the Jungfrau in the background, flanked by the mighty panorama of the Bernese Alps, at its feet the spectacular Lauterbrunnen Valley, opposite the Staubbach Falls glowing in white, plunging over the cliff face into the valley. In the completely car-free Wengen, an unadulterated mountain experience awaits you. Time to relax or continue up to the Männlichen or towards the Jungfraujoch. On foot or by train.

By rail
Via Bern or Lucerne to Interlaken Ost. Change to the Berner Oberland-Bahn to Lauterbrunnen. Change to the Wengernalp Railway to Wengen.

By car (Wengen is car-free)
Via Bern or Lucerne to Interlaken. Or from the south, via the Grimsel Pass (summer only) or the Simplon Pass and the Lötschberg car-transport train to Interlaken. Then follow the signs to Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. Parking is available in the car park at the railway station. With the Wengernalp Railway to Wengen Wengen is car-free.

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10. Winteregg: family experience with a view

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Winteregg

Dig a fork into the Black Forest gateau, squint into the sunlight and let the panorama work its magic as the children lose track of time at the playground. This is what an afternoon at Winteregg looks like. Located halfway between Grütschalp and Mürren, Winteregg offers you a complete family programme. While the kids at the “Auf der Alp” children’s playground get up close and personal with lovingly carved animals, scramble up the climbing frame and whizz down the slide, you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The Detective Trail, a top-class mystery trail, also captivates the more discerning youngsters – and also provides insights into the diversity of the Jungfrau Region.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Lauterbrunnen via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change to the Lauterbrunnen-Mürren mountain railway. In Grütschalp, switch from the aerial cableway to the narrow-gauge railway or walk for about half an hour on foot on a simple footpath to Winteregg.

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11. Float and fly on Grindelwald First

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First Cliff Walk Grindelwald-First

Gravity? Never heard of it. If you take a wander around the cliff on the First Cliff Walk on Grindelwald First, you'll forget about Earth's gravity. You seem to float. Directly under your feet, the cliff plummets vertically. But fear not, you are safe here and you can let your eyes wander freely over the magnificent Alpine panorama. The journey to this floating experience is really easy: trains run from Interlaken Ost to Grindelwald every half hour. The aerial gondola takes you from the valley station in the upper part of the village to First in 25 minutes. And away you go. By the way: if you feel like more flying or floating, you can try out the First Flyer and the First Glider right next to the mountain restaurant. You will fly down an 800-metre-long route at over 80 kilometres per hour.

Arrival
With the Bernese Oberland Railway or by car to Grindelwald. With the First Railway from the valley station in the upper village centre in three sections to Grindelwald-First. Journey time from Grindelwald: approximately 25 minutes.

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12. Blue gem near Grindelwald

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Bachalpsee Grindelwald-First

Lake Bachalpsee travels around the world as a postcard. However, no picture really does justice to the radiance of the mountain lake in all its stunning beauty. You just have to see the blue gem for yourself. A wide hiking trail leads you from the First Railway summit station in Grindelwald past beautiful flowers to the picturesque mountain lake. Postcard weather, Alpine glow or starry sky – whatever your thing, Lake Bachalpsee is worth the one-hour hike at any time of day or in any weather. Our tip: get up early in the morning, when the reflection of the Schreckhorn is the calmest. Then there’s enough time to explore the hiking paradise of Grindelwald First and fly back down from the summit station with the First Flyer.

Arrival
With the Bernese Oberland Railway or by car to Grindelwald. With the First Railway from the valley station in the upper village centre in three sections to Grindelwald-First. Journey time from Grindelwald: approximately 25 minutes.

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13. Alpine entertainment for the whole family

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Lily's Photopoint at Schynige Platte

At Schynige Platte, there is also “Top of Swiss Tradition” especially for young guests. This is embodied by Lily the cow. She is not just any cow, but one of the well-known originals from the children's dream factory of Trauffer wooden toys. A highlight is waiting for you at the photo point with Lily. Because you have to know one thing: Lily loves being photographed. After the photo session, a wonderful “Lily Ice Cream” awaits those with a sweet tooth in the restaurant. Schynige Platte is real Swiss “alpine-tainment” for the whole family. Just follow the Lily path.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Wilderswil via the Bernese Oberland Railway. The historic Schynige Platte Railway runs across the Breitlauenen Alp to the Schynige Platte. Journey time from Wilderswil: around 1 hour.

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14. Schynige Platte with a sea of flowers and Alpine views

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Schynige Platte nature cinema

You won't find anywhere else in the Alps that compares with the variety of flowers on the Schynige Platte. To immerse yourself in the flowers that change every month, you just need to follow the Swiss Flower & Panorama Trail. It starts right at the railway station. With the panoramic hike, you’ll take an extremely rich and varied short tour (1h 15m) that guides you through colourful flower displays. Including fantastic mountain scenery. We have framed the most impressive views for you there. Huge picture frames set the mountain landscape scene. Come up and create your own image.

Arrival
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Wilderswil via the Bernese Oberland Railway. The historic Schynige Platte Railway runs across the Breitlauenen Alp to the Schynige Platte. Journey time from Wilderswil: around 1 hour.

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15. Harder Kulm: Magical panoramic view with two lakes

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Two Lakes Bridge Harder Kulm

A 5-minute walk will bring you from Interlaken Ost railway station to the Harder Railway valley station, which will take you up to Harder Kulm. With an average gradient of 64 per cent, even the train journey is an experience. As you climb and the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau slowly move into view, you too will join in the chorus of enthusiastic oohs and aahs. It will absolutely take your breath away when you reach the top and lose the ground under your feet on the Two Lakes Bridge. The bridge at a lofty height offers you a unique view of Lake Brienz on the left, Lake Thun on the right, and Interlaken with the Höhematte in between. If you want more, follow the Panorama Trail or take a seat in the oriental-style Panorama restaurant.

Arrival
A 5-minute walk will bring you from Interlaken Ost railway station to the Harder Railway valley station, which will take you up to Harder Kulm. 3 minutes from the summit station, the Two Lakes Bridge is located directly at the Harder Kulm panorama restaurant.

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16. Largest souvenir shop in Interlaken

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Victorinox shop in the Top of Europe Flagship Store in Interlaken

In the middle of Interlaken, a special kind of Alpine wonderland awaits your discovery: the Top of Europe Flagship Store. In the most exclusive souvenir shop in Switzerland, over two floors you will find everything that makes Switzerland famous: chocolate, watches, Swiss army knives, snow globes, key chains and many more gifts. On the ground floor, you can stroll past watches through the Silberwald. On the way up you will climb rocks and glaciers, where 30,000 real Swiss army knives hang from the ceiling. Once upstairs, the largest Instawall in Switzerland will reward you with terrific views of the Jungfrau region. You are guaranteed to take a fantastic selfie here.

Location
On the strolling and shopping mile in the middle of Interlaken: Höheweg 35.

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Other excursion destinations in the Jungfrau Region

Paragliding in Interlaken

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View of the Jungfrau from Interlaken

What would the Höheweg be, indeed all of Interlaken, without the Höhematte? The large meadow, unspoilt to this day and lined with trees and flowers, lies between the East and West railway stations. It turns the hotel road into a promenade and gives the place an ingenious uniqueness. The unique view of the Höhematte across the Höheweg to the snow-covered Jungfrau is the symbol of Interlaken. This panorama is simply gorgeous and sumptuous. Here you can plan your next excursions to the local mountain Harder Kulm behind you and the Schynige Platte in front of you, to the Jungfraujoch and the adventure heartland of Grindelwald. While we are at it: adventures you can also have in the middle of Interlaken. If you book a paragliding flight, you will land on the Höhematte.

By rail
Via Bern or Lucerne to Interlaken Ost or Interlaken-West.

By car
Via Bern or Lucerne to Interlaken. From the south via the Grimsel Pass (summer only) or via the Simplon Pass and then the Lötschberg car-transport train to Interlaken.

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Fantastic panoramic view on the Jungfraujoch

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The view of the Aletsch Glacier from the Plateau Jungfraujoch

Ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station you will find the coolest hotspot in the Alps. On the plateau, on one side you have the view of the Mittelland up to the Vosges, on the other the Aletsch glacier, bordered by four thousand metre peaks. You won’t get a better view anywhere else. And once you've had your fill, there are other attractions around Europe's highest railway station: the Ice Palace, a journey through time to the beginnings of the Jungfrau Railway and a 360-degree cinema. Or simply some refreshment in one of the restaurants.

Arriving
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Lauterbrunnen or Grindelwald via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change to the Wengernalp rack railway and go to Kleine Scheidegg. Ride the Jungfrau Railway directly from there to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Journey time from Interlaken Ost: 2 hours.

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You and the Jungfraujoch

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Selfie Point

You have come a long way to see what Switzerland is made of. On the Jungfraujoch, you will find everything you love about this country, ten minutes from the railway station: snow, ice and the best panoramic views of the Alpine peaks. All that’s missing is you. Take the perfect picture of Switzerland at the Selfie Point with the Swiss flag and Sphinx research station in the background. If you want an even better view, take the fast lift to the vantage platform of the research station or take a seat in the restaurant with a view of the Aletsch glacier.

Arriving
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Lauterbrunnen or Grindelwald via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change to the Wengernalp rack railway and go to Kleine Scheidegg. Ride the Jungfrau Railway directly from there to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Journey time from Interlaken Ost: 2 hours.

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Emerald of the Alps on the Kleine Scheidegg

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Mountain lake Kleine Scheidegg

From the railway station on the Kleine Scheidegg, it is less than five minutes on foot to this gem next to the summit station of the Arven chairlift. The nameless mountain lake at Kleine Scheidegg shines an intense blue-green, and in windless weather the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau are reflected in its surface. Here you can relax, have a picnic or just take in the monumental alpine scenery. And when your stomach rumbles and your throat is dry, the Kleine Scheidegg mountain restaurant around the corner is there for you.

Arriving
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Lauterbrunnen or Grindelwald via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change to the Wengernalp rack railway and go to Kleine Scheidegg. With connections to the Jungfraubahn to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Journey time from Interlaken Ost: 1 hour and 15 minutes

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Magnificent views on the Schynige Platte

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View of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau after the Grätli tunnel at Schynige Platte

The view will enchant you as soon as you leave Wilderswil: with long bends, the historic railway winds its way through pastures and deciduous forests. You always have a magnificent view of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. But the view becomes really spectacular after the Grätlitunnel. After 158 metres in the dark, the magnificent surroundings reappear at the end of the tunnel – right in the middle the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Some say there is no better view of the triumvirate. See for yourself. The train takes you from Interlaken to Wilderswil in less than 5 minutes. After changing to the Schynige Platte Railway, the train will chug its way up to this panoramic mountain at a leisurely pace in 50 minutes.

Arriving
With the Bernese Oberland Railway or by car to Wilderswil. The historic Schynige Platte Railway runs across the Breitlauenen Alp to the Schynige Platte. Journey time from Wilderswil: around 1 hour.

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Inspiration and wonderful view down to Breitlauenen

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View of Lake Thun and Interlaken from Breitlauenen Schynige Platte

Breitlauenen, located halfway between Wilderswil and the Schynige Platte, is a special place: steep pastures, rocks, Lake Thun, Lake Brienz and mountain ranges. Such natural spectacles suited the tastes of Swiss painter Ferdinand Hodler precisely. As a mountain railway fan of the first hour, he travelled several times on the Schynige Platte Railway to Breitlauenen. There he found a perfect spot for his themes. If you stand a few metres away from the train station on the Ferdinand Hodler vantage point, you will understand why. And if later you have a hankering for something tasty, the pretty bistro at the train station has the best homemade fruit tart in the Bernese Oberland. Allow around 45 minutes for the journey from Interlaken to Breitlauenen.

Arriving
With the Bernese Oberland Railway or by car to Wilderswil. The historic Schynige Platte Railway runs across the Breitlauenen Alp to the Schynige Platte. Journey time from Wilderswil: around 1 hour.

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Walking facing the Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau

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View of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau from Winteregg

The Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau will be your faithful companions on the walk from Grütschalp to Winteregg. Sometimes the trio disappears behind spruce trees – only to show up again in full size when you cross an Alpine pasture. Nature always frames the three famous mountains differently. After 30 minutes, or longer if you stop often, Winteregg station awaits you with its mountain restaurant and children's playground. Here you can continue hiking to Mürren or take the train back to Grütschalp. You can reach Grütschalp from Lauterbrunnen in a few minutes by aerial cableway. Allow around 25 minutes for the journey from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen by train (including changing). 

Arriving
With the Bernese Oberland Railways or by car to Lauterbrunnen (car park at the train station / valley station). By cable car to Grütschalp. Change to the Lauterbrunnen-Mürren mountain railway (BLM) to Winteregg. Travel time from Lauterbrunnen: 11 minutes.

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Climb like an ibex high above Interlaken

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Augstmatthorn

On the Augstmatthorn lives the largest Alpine ibex colony in the Bernese Oberland. To visit them, you almost need to be as sure-footed and resilient as the mountain goats. The tour lasts at least six hours. From Interlaken you take the Harder Railway to the Harder Kulm. At the summit station, you take the path to the Panorama Restaurant – your chance for a last-minute refreshment. It then rises steeply up the magnificent mountain forest, along the ridge path on the right and steeply down to the left. So, keep your eyes open while enjoying the panorama: you will have the Brienzersee in front of you, with the Schynige Platte, Faulhorn chain and of course the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau behind. For this hike, you will need good shoes and experience as a mountain walker.

Arriving
The hiking trail from Harder Kulm summit station is well signposted towards Augstmatthorn and takes around 3 hours each way.  

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Location: Augstmatthorn

Kleine Scheidegg and Eiger North Face

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Jungfrau train at the train station Kleine Scheidegg

Half an hour from Grindelwald, just over an hour from Interlaken Ost, the monumental north face of the Eiger welcomes you. Get out and feel the Alpine wind in your hair. And be amazed. By the force of the ice-covered Eiger North Face. By the panoramic view. By the vastness of the sky. And, of course, by the legendary triumvirate of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Set against this backdrop, numerous excursions beckon: hiking on the Eiger Trail, conquering the Lauberhorn or continuing on to the Jungfraujoch.

Arriving
From Interlaken Ost railway station to Lauterbrunnen or Grindelwald via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change to the Wengernalp rack railway and go to Kleine Scheidegg. With connections to the Jungfraubahn to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Journey time from Interlaken Ost: 1 hour and 15 minutes

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Location: Kleine Scheidegg railway station