Schynige Platte
Top of Swiss Tradition

  • 1,967 m
  • Live alphorn concert
  • Botanical Alpine Garden

When hiking on the Schynige Platte you don't get very far. Every few steps you stop to admire the stars, umbels and bells that bloom on the meadows. Or you can stop to admire the panorama. Everyone starts to slow down the pace. If they have not already done so: in the nostalgic trip on the Schynige Platte Railway or later in the restaurant with its breathtaking view.

Prices and tickets

  • Schynige Platte Railway ticket
    From CHF 32

    Schynige Platte Railway ticket

    Nostalgic return trip on the Schynige Platte Railway from Wilderswil up to the best view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau on the Schynige Platte.
    • 15.06.24 - 20.10.24
  • Jungfrau Travel Pass (3-8 days) including boats
    Evening-Morning Mood, Offers, Lake Bachalpsee, Experiences-Activities, Grindelwald-First-Summer, Season, Jungfrau-Travel-Pass, Summer, Conditions, jungfrau.ch
    From CHF 165

    Jungfrau Travel Pass (3-8 days) including boats

    Three to eight days of unlimited travel on all Jungfrau Railway experience mountains (Jungfraujoch excursion available at extra cost) and with the boats on Lakes Thun and Brienz with the «Jungfrau Travel Pass».

    • Available from 29.03.24 - 27.10.24
    • Multi-day pass (3-8 days)
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Highlights

  • Floral splendour with panorama

    Floral splendour with panorama

    The Schynige Platte is home to a unique floral display in the Alpine region. Those who follow the Swiss Flower & Panorama Trail are right in the middle of the rich alpine flora. What there is to admire changes from month to month. The trail leads from the railway station to the mountain hotel.

    • 1,967 m
    • Time required ~ 30 minutes
  • A classic among high-altitude hikes

    A classic among high-altitude hikes

    The Schynige Platte is the starting point for one of the most beautiful high-altitude hikes in Switzerland. The scenic tour leads in around 6 hours along the Loucherhorn and over the summit of the Faulhorn to the Bachalpsee and to Grindelwald-First.

    • 2,681 m
    • Time required ~ 6 hours
    • Open from 12.07.24
  • Lily the cow, the companion

    Lily the cow, the companion

    As the mascot, Lily the cow accompanies little visitors to Schynige Platte on the whole journey: on the train journey, at the photo point at the mountain station and on the varied paths through her home.
    • 1,967 m
  • Live alphorn concert

    Live alphorn concert

    Every day between 11.00 and 14.00 h, alphorn players give a free concert near the railway station on Schynige Platte. There is no more harmonious way to experience the warm sounds of the traditional Swiss musical instrument.

    • 1,967 m
    • Time required ~ 15+ minutes
  • Hike with plenty of panorama

    Hike with plenty of panorama

    Flowery alpine meadows, exhilarating views of the lakes below and the grandiose panorama of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau: the panorama hike with the mountain station as start and finish offers so much Switzerland in a short time.

    • 2,230 m
    • Time required ~ 2.5 hours
  • Puzzle fun for children

    Puzzle fun for children

    Lily’s treasure hunt satisfies children’s curiosity and urge to run around (4 - 11 years). Those who answer all the questions correctly at the nine posts can choose a treasure from the treasure chest.

    • 1,967 m
    • Time required ~ 45 minutes
  • A tour through Swiss flora

    A tour through Swiss flora

    Around 800 alpine plants can be discovered in the Schynige Platte Botanical Alpine Garden. The extraordinary botanical garden shows the abundance of colours and scents of the Swiss flora above the timberline on a varied tour.

    • 1,967 m
    • Time required ~ 1 hour
  • Schynige Platte Alpine Playground

    Schynige Platte Alpine Playground

    The playground at the mountain hotel Schynige Platte offers younger guests a balancing trail, an eagle’s nest and a slide, while the adults can gaze in wonder at the panorama.
    • 1,967 m
  • Circular trail with nature cinema

    Circular trail with nature cinema

    The easy “Naturkino” circular trail connects picturesque vantage points with views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Two huge picture frames with this panorama as the photo background make for really great cinema.

    • 1,967 m
    • Time required ~ 25 minutes

Restaurants

  • Traditional Panorama Restaurant and Hotel

    Traditional Panorama Restaurant and Hotel

    The Berghotel Schynige Platte and its sun terrace offer a magnificent view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau while enjoying delicious Swiss dishes. Other highlights: hotel rooms like in grandma’s time and spectacular sunrises and sunsets.
    • 1,967 m
  • The best fruit cake at Bistro Breitlauenen

    The best fruit cake at Bistro Breitlauenen

    Halfway from Wilderswil to Schynige Platte, a smart bistro at the Breitlauenen station invites you to stop for a snack. The highlights: fantastic deep views of the lakes and the best fruit cake in the Bernese Oberland.
    • 1,542 m
  • Bistro with a view

    Bistro with a view

    After your excursion, we invite you to recharge with drinks and snacks at our new bistro by the Schynige Platte summit station. Take in the view while you wait for the Schynige Platte Railway to depart for Wilderswil.
    • 1,967 m

Getting to Schynige Platte

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

Operating information
15.06.24 - 20.10.24

Timetable

Current offers

  • Dine & Sleep
    CHF 144 instead of CHF 199

    Dine & Sleep

    Take advantage of an attractive combo offer. The offer includes arrival and departure with the cogwheel railway from Wilderswil to Schynige Platte, a 4-course dinner, an overnight stay and a regional breakfast buffet.
    • Available from 15.06.24 - 20.10.24
  • Afternoon ticket Schynige Platte
    From CHF 39

    Afternoon ticket Schynige Platte

    Enjoy the train ride incl. aperitif plate with bacon, dried meat, game sausage and Alp Iselten mountain cheese, bread and butter at a special price.
    • Available from 15.06.24 - 20.10.24
  • Breakfast ticket Schynige Platte
    From CHF 39

    Breakfast ticket Schynige Platte

    Enjoy the train ride incl. regional breakfast buffet and 1 glass of Gletscherschuum sparkling wine.
    • Available from 15.06.24 - 20.10.24
  • Senior Special Schynige Platte
    From CHF 49

    Senior Special Schynige Platte

    The picturesque trip on the Schynige Platte Railway and a hearty lunch at the Panorama Restaurant with views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau at a special price.

    • Available from 15.06.24 - 20.10.24
    • For those aged 62 years and older, Tuesdays only
  • Hiking ticket Schynige Platte - First
    From CHF 38.10

    Hiking ticket Schynige Platte - First

    Hike over the classics of the Alps! The hiking trail leads from Schynige Platte via Faulhorn to the First Railway mountain station
    • Available from 12.07.24 - 20.10.24
  • Hiking ticket Breitlauenen - Schynige Platte
    From CHF 27.50

    Hiking ticket Breitlauenen - Schynige Platte

    The pleasure of hiking with a stunning panorama from the Breitlauenen Station up to the mountain station of Schynige Platte Railway.

Schynige Platte - Top of Swiss Tradition

The Schynige Platte Railway dates back to the 19th century and is reminiscent of bygone days. Lean back and enjoy the seven kilometre ride up the Schynige Platte high above Interlaken.

Interesting to know...

  • The Ferdinand Hodler lookout point: a source of inspiration not only for Swiss artists.

  • Spend the night there like in the good old days: rooms in the style of the founding period.

  • In the service of people and the environment
    Eiger Express Sommer Eiger Nordwand

    In the service of people and the environment

    Sustainability is part of our corporate DNA. Since the construction of the Jungfrau Railway over a hundred years ago, environmental and social concerns have been an integral part of our business activities. We actively live up to this responsibility today with numerous projects and measures.

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