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Experience Interlaken: A Spectacular Destination in the Bernese Oberland

By the early 19th century, Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland was already celebrated for its stunning mountain scenery. Renowned figures such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Felix Mendelssohn journeyed through these breathtaking landscapes, leaving inspired by their beauty.

Interlaken's rise as a sought-after tourist destination was further enhanced by the completion of the Bernese Oberland Railway in 1890 and the Jungfrau Railway in 1912. Today, it stands as an internationally important vacation spot and convention center, making it an ideal starting point for countless excursions.

With over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts, and ski lifts, visitors can access an impressive 200 kilometers of ski pistes alongside a rich network of hiking trails. Excursion ships, including historic paddle steamers, traverse the serene waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, providing charming experiences on the lakes.

From the Interlaken Ost railway station, trains depart towards the Jungfrau region, leading to Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen, with convenient connections to railways heading to Mürren, the Schilthorn, and the Jungfraujoch via Kleine Scheidegg. A fleet of ships, including a historic paddle-steamer on each lake, offers delightful cruises on Lakes Thun and Brienz.

Interlaken is also positioned along the renowned “Golden Pass” panorama route, which stretches from Montreux on Lake Geneva, passes through the luxurious resort of Gstaad, and continues to Interlaken before crossing the Brünig Pass to Lucerne.

Located just ten kilometers away on a sunny south-facing slope, Beatenberg-Niederhorn is a paradise for paragliders, while hikers can explore an extensive network of trails. The Niederhorn is also home to diverse wildlife, including ibexes, chamois, and marmots.

Interlaken truly embodies the enchanting allure of the Swiss Alps, inviting travelers to immerse themselves in its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage.