This is a beautiful small alpine town with natural hot water springs that feed several nice baths…read more The town has many family friendly accomodations, shops and restaurants and is a great destination for winter sports at all ages. We have been here a couple times and have always had a great time.

WOOOOW! Absolutely incredible experience. The caves themselves are stunning. They were full of…read morebeautiful grottos, unique rock formations, and breathtaking scenery throughout. The views from the top and outside are truly magical, overlooking a massive lake that makes the entire visit feel surreal. QUICK heads-up... there is quite a bit of walking and many steps, and some areas can be slippery, so it may not be ideal for anyone with limited mobility. That said, if you're able to do the walk, it's 100% worth it. A truly beautiful and memorable experience.

Advertised as one of the largest cave systems in Switzerland, St. Beatus is a unique experience, a…read morebreak from the blue lakes and green hills. Just so others don't get bamboozled like me, just be aware that there is an intense hill to walk up, just to get to the entrance. Our group was not prepared at all and being in the middle of the summer, everyone was sweating by the time we got to the top. It doesn't seem like there's much parking and the caves are a popular tourist attraction. We took the bus from Interlaken for free with the guest cards and I would say it's the least amount of hassle since you don't have to fight for parking. Sit or stand on the right side of the bus on the way back to Interlaken for views of the lake. You can buy tickets online but if you're staying in Interlaken, wait until you get your free guest card before buying tickets in-person for some discounts. Unfortunately, there are no discounts with the Half Fare or Swiss Pass. There were two places that I could tell that sold tickets on-site. One was a gift shop halfway up the hill and the other was right at the top. Once inside the caves, the temperature drastically drops. I saw some people in thicker jackets but it was such a cool relief from hiking up and I never felt like it was too cold. Wear shoes with decent grip because it can be slippery walking in the caves. Overall, it took about an hour to go in and out. There's a couple of good photo spots and informational boards scattered throughout the path. When we were done with the cave, we stayed for a bit at the restaurant to enjoy the views and some refreshments. For starters, it sits on top of a beautiful waterfall and you can see the beautiful, blue waters of Lake Thun.

Such a great way to see Gimmelwald, Murren and the summit of the Schilthorn. When you arrive, you…read morehave the option to going to any or all of the stops. This was by far the easiest way of getting to Gimmelwald or Murren without hiking and it is the only way to the summit of the Schilthorn. The cable car takes about 6 minutes to get to Gimmelwald and about 12 to Murren. The summit is a 30 minute ride. You will need to stop at each stop and transfer to another cable car to go up higher. Buying tickets was easy and the associates speak multiple languages. We took the cable car to Murren and it was €22 round trip. We were also able to get off in Gimmelwald for a peek around the village. The staff are very friendly and each station has restrooms and are clean. The cars are a less than 20 minute drive from Interlaken on a beautiful mountain road. Try out this cable car and you won't be disappointed.

We had an excellent time at Schiltorn!! Truly Breathtaking views of the mountain…read more The cable cars are truly worth it in order to see the views of the Swiss Alps. You won't regret paying the money. You just can't appreciate the beauty of these mountains until you get up there. You can buy your ticket for the cable car at the local train station or at the park. There is more to do than just look at beautiful scenery 1. Cliff walking (Free) 2. impressive, modern, interactive, fun James Bond exhibition to commemorate the making of part of the 1967 OHMSS 007 movie (Free) 3. Several restaurant 4. Rotating 360 degree Restaurant Check the weather forecast, as there's no point in going up if the mountains if they are covered in clouds. I would try to go when there are clear skies (no rain/clouds), so you can truly appreciate the sky views. You can find a 24hour live web- footage of the Views from the website to see if the skies are clear. Snow blindness is also very real. Bring your sunglasses and sunscreen. FYI VERY IMPORTANT - if you are a tourist in Switzerland - consider buying Travel pass when you go based on the number of days you stay. You get several perks of buying the Swiss Pass. 1. With this Pass- you get to ride all trains boats and buses for free. 2.With the pass you also get 50% off all Skylifts/trams taking you up to the mountain tops. FYI if you think you will save money by buying Swiss train tickets individually, you probably wont. The individual price value for a single train ticket is very expensive. Especially if you are going from major cities to country side. You may need to use several trains.

Staubbach Falls is absolutely breathtaking and feels straight out of a postcard. The waterfall…read moredrops dramatically from the cliff into the Lauterbrunnen Valley. It's an easy walk from the village, which makes it accessible for all ages, and there's a short path that lets you get closer for an amazing view (and a little splash!). There are also several other less famous falls in the area as well as cows grazing in the field if you walk or bike into the village. The surrounding scenery is unreal: green meadows, steep cliffs, and charming Swiss chalets everywhere you look. It's peaceful, awe-inspiring, and perfect for photos.

It's the iconic waterfall seen when walking through the village of Lauterbrunnen. It's named after…read morethe misty spray that blows away on windy days like dust. It's the inspiration of a Johann Wolfgang von Goethe poem named "Songs of the Spirits over the Waters." It was the very first waterfall that we visited during our trip. We didn't even attempt hiking up to the platform. Believe me, it's just as beautiful seeing it from every vantage point below. Just look up some of the videos online and you'll understand why it's not an easy climb up. It's steep on a slippery slope depending on the weather. You'll need waterproof shoes to wade through the puddles in the tunnel and along the steps leading up to the platform. Maybe this is the reason for it being a free attraction. Go at your own risk. Haha! But hey, you will get some beautiful views of the Lauterbrunnen Valley for your efforts. It's just a picture-perfect postcard view with the village in the foreground. There's even a second smaller waterfall that can be seen to the left of it (Spissbachfall). The cows that we saw along the way made the experience even more special. It was the perfect ending to a very long tour day in the Bernese Oberland region. It was a relaxing early evening walk!

Schiltorn is one of the highlights of visiting Switzerland. The cable car ride alone is incredible,…read morewith nonstop panoramic views of the Alps that only get better as you go higher. Once at the top, the 360° views are jaw-dropping -- snow-capped peaks in every direction, including the famous Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The attractions at the summit, including the James Bond-themed elements, add a fun and unique touch without taking away from the natural beauty. Dress warmly, even in summer. There was a long line. We decided not to eat at Piz Gloria, to manage our time with sightseeing. But we were able to get in the restaurant and wander around inside to see the food they serve and the views all around without any issue. Half thrill walk was closed due to construction - disappointing.

Honestly, if the review isn't five stars, then you should just nix that review. This is insane, I…read morehiked it from Murren, it took awhile but was amazing. Once I got to the top, you get once in a lifetime views for some people who are not from here. You are rewarded with buying a beer or even eating pastries. I had some, and yes it was perfect. You get to take the tram down or hike down. I hiked up and tram down. The service is amazing, I bought a coffee cup up here and a post card. It is about the experience, and honestly one of my top 5 vacation moments ever. Don't trust the other reviews.

This was such an awesome place to visit when in Hasli Valley in Bernese Oberland. It truly is a…read morenatural wonder, and no picture will really show the true beauty you will see in person. What's great about the Aares Gorge is that it can be visited rain or shine. You'll get a different perspective depending on the weather. Give yourself plenty of time here. It's about a mile walk (45-60 minutes) along the limestone gorge and through the tunnels. It's truly a unique experience that deserves a special trip. I've never seen anything quite like it. It really shows you the torrential power of glaciel water as it carves its way over time through the valley. There are 2 entrances with parking lots. We started at the west entrance and exited at the east side. There was so much to see in between (including a waterfall). There is also a view of cave entrances from the pathway that were built to house the military during WWII. Fortunately, they never had to use it. There are interesting facts displayed along the way. It's pretty much an easy walk until you get to the east side. There is more of an incline on your way up as well as some steps up the hill. Just plan your entrance accordingly if you have limited mobility. It worked out very well for us. We were rewarded with a beautiful view of the Alps when exiting at the east side. Our guide met us in the parking lot. You can return by train to your initial starting point as well. I also have one piece of advice that may be helpful to some. Don't even try to pronounce "Aareschlucht" if you're not proficient in German. It could come out sounding like another German word that is offensive. Lol! We were thankfully warned about it ahead of time. Just call it "Aare Gorge." Haha! I'm sure they here it all the time. We loved this experience so much!! There's so much to do here in the Canton of Bern. Make it a part of your trip when in Switzerland.

An absolutely beautiful canyon walk. The path takes you through towering rock walls with bright…read moreblue glacial water below. Very well maintained and easy to walk. One of the most memorable stops we had in Switzerland.

Gelmerbahn probably wouldn't have been on my radar if it wasn't for my kids finding it on TikTok…read morebut I'm so glad they found it. We based most of our Switzerland stay in Brienz and this was about 45 minute drive for us. The mountain roads leading up to the area are gorgeous. I guess because this is huge on TikTok you need to pre-book your tickets. Luckily I was able to book for a day out. I chose one of the earlier time slots so we could also spend some time at the top. Roundtrip price for adults is 36CHF and for kids 18CHF so this is not the cheapest activity but if you plan to spend some time at the top hiking and enjoying the scenery it's definitely worth it. Make sure to bring snacks or lunch because there is nothing at the top. If you plan to hike wear good shoes the paths are rocky. If you just want to walk around the lake and dam sneakers are fine. There is a bathroom and porta-potty at the top. Make sure to show up for your time slot early. You will need to park at the lot (free) and walk about 5 minutes uphill. If you miss your time slot you're walking. We found the staff friendly, helpful and spoke multiple languages.

So cool! A fun ride, even though it's slow. Be sure to wear comfy shoes because you'll want to…read morewalk around once you get to the top. You can use a credit card but the ladies that were working the ticket booth were NOT friendly. But that doesn't matter ... it's cool and a fun little activity. There is also a suspension bridge to walk across. Bonus!