Paragliding, Jungfrau & turquoise lakes
Interlaken
Interlaken · Adventure base between two lakes
Wedged between two brilliant blue lakes and overlooked by the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, Interlaken is Switzerland’s adventure capital. Paraglide off the ridges, ride the railway to Europe’s highest station, or just soak up the Alpine drama.
Top sightsSights
Jungfraujoch
“Top of Europe” — a railway to a glacier saddle at 3,454m.
Harder Kulm
A funicular to a viewing platform above the town and lakes.
Lake Brienz
A turquoise lake with cruises and the Giessbach Falls.
Grindelwald & First
A cliff walk, zipline and mountain carts near the Eiger.
Paragliding
Tandem flights soaring over the valley and lakes.
What to eatFood
Raclette
Melted cheese scraped over potatoes and pickles.
Rösti
Crispy potato cake served across the Bernese Oberland.
Meringue with Gruyère cream
A regional dessert of crisp meringue and thick cream.
Good to know
- The Jungfrau Travel Pass covers most trains and lifts in the region.
- Book Jungfraujoch early and go on a clear morning.
- Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald make stunning day trips.
Getting there
Direct trains reach Interlaken Ost from Zürich, Bern and Lucerne through classic mountain scenery.
Next city
Zermatt