Top Things to do in Bernese Oberland
What to do and see in Bernese Oberland, Canton of Bern: The Best Things to do
This Swiss winter wonderland is also a summer playground. Snow-frosted peaks tower above charming towns and villages like Interlaken. Its position, between lakes Thun and Brienz, makes a perfect base for cable car rides up Jungfrau, MÂnch and Eiger or for hikes from traditional village Grindelwald. Thun offers exciting summer diving and sailing. To the west, the glitzy resort town of Gstaad attracts Europe's wealthy. Jungfrau Railway boasts Europe's highest station. The region is accessible by bus or car.
Restaurants in Bernese Oberland
1. Jungfrau
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4.5 based on 627 reviews
A mountain chain popular for its scenic beauty and great skiing.
Reviewed By Ivisitedtheplace - Israel, null
Yes- that’s the description of this this activity on this tripadvisor page. It is about the complete general area. It is not about the specific place known as Jungfraujoch, “the top of Europe,” so stop writing about that. Now back to business- this is a fantastic scenic lovely panoramic breathtaking glorious region of majestic towering snow capped mountains ... and so many mountain trails, hikes and excursions. Suffice to say that the people who ask me why I keep returning every year are the people who have never been here. It’s so worth a visit. So look at my many photos!!
2. Schilthorn
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4.5 based on 2,332 reviews
It takes you just 32 minutes by Cable car to reach the summit of the 2970 m high Schilthorn. Enjoy the beautiful view of Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau (UNESCO World Heritage) and on more than 200 other summits.
Reviewed By DanM-Bris
The Schilthorn on a cool clear day you really can see what looks for ever. Schilthorn is magnificent and view from the restaurant Piz Gloria is excellent well matching it’s beautiful setting.
3. Bachalpsee Lake
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4.5 based on 632 reviews
He painted the Jungfrau and the Schynige Platte, but Ferdinand Hodler never committed Lake Bachalpsee to canvas. The glacial water reflecting the Schreckhorn in the calm air would have been entirely in keeping with the taste of the well-known symbolist. Many others discovered the beauty of the "blue jewel". Lake Bachalpsee travels around the world as a postcard. However: no photo are able capture the radiance of the lake. You need to go there and see it for yourself. That doesn't require much effort. Lake Bachalpsee can be reached from First on foot in less than an hour.
Reviewed By Xabbu - Zurich, Switzerland
Bachalpsee is an extremely scenic lake and can be reached by an easy hike from First. Definitely worth visiting.
4. Jungfraujoch
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4.5 based on 3,044 reviews
Icy air streams across your face, snow crunches under your feet, and the view nearly takes your breath away: on one side the view of the Mittelland up to the Vosges, on the other the Aletsch glacier, bordered by four thousand metre peaks. Standing on the Jungfraujoch 3,454 metres above sea level, you can feel it with your first step: this is a different world. It's one you have to experience.
5. Harder Kulm
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4.5 based on 2,286 reviews
At an altitude of 1,322 m, the Harder Kulm offers the best view of Interlaken, Eiger Mönch and Jungfrau as well as the Thun and Lake Brienz. The palatial restaurant and the Two Lakes Bridge viewing platform are an enticing place to spend time. The cable car, not far from the Interlaken Ost train station on the Harder, has been operational for more than 100 years. The Talstation building has remained without major alterations to the original design as it was in the early years after the turn of the century, and is one of Interlaken's listed buildings. For connoisseurs and those in search of a view, the Harder railway takes just ten minutes to reach the Interlaken Hausberg. The 1,449-metre mountain journey largely goes through the forest, surmounting 731 metres in altitude at an incline of 64%.
Reviewed By sherryb136 - Kusadasi, Turkey
From very close to the town center you can take a funicular to the “Top of Interlaken” for stunning views of the 2 lakes and the landscape. It had rained earlier the day we went but had mostly cleared by the time we ventured out. Initially there were scattered clouds below us but they gradually disappeared...and then reappeared and disappeared again. Life in the mountains. A nice restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating and incredible views sits at the top after a short walk from the funicular terminal. The brave can opt to walk back down (2 1/2 hours I think it said) but it would have been slick that day.
6. Maennlichen
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4.5 based on 596 reviews
Reviewed By moleBath - Bath, United Kingdom
With the new cable car from Grindelwald the area is a must visit for skiing in the area.Especially if sunny weather is hitting the First ski area.The ski bus service from Grund to First and Mannlichen seems to have improved this year
7. Lake Brienz
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4.5 based on 814 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
A beautiful turquoise lake surrounded by the spectacular mountains of the Bernese overland. Until mid October, boats take you around to various towns.
8. Grindelwald-First
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4.5 based on 1,876 reviews
The key element of the First Aerial Cableway is the cableway with six-seater gondolas travelling from Grindelwald up to First via Bort and Schreckfeld. The gondola cableway has a capacity of up to 1,200 persons per hour with a travelling time of approximately 25 minutes. Aside from the gondola cableway, Firstbahn AG also has three chairlifts and two ski lifts.
Reviewed By kerrieg326 - Perth, Australia
A great day up the mountain , lots to do for family’s, wonderful views , loved the Gondola rides, did the zip line and the Cliff side walk , felt safe on the bridge as we walked around , great little restaurant at the end of the cliff walk , great mountain views.
9. Trummelbach Falls
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4.5 based on 2,030 reviews
Reviewed By Perthyte - Perth, Australia
The mighty Trummelbach Falls are cased inside the Lauterbrunnen valley wall and for a small fee, you can take a lift and walk higher up the falls to witness it gush, twist and turn all the way down to the valley floor. Amazing in any weather. It can get cool and wet inside, so be prepared with proper clothing.
10. First Cliff Walk by Tissot
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4.5 based on 446 reviews
Reviewed By Shaunsutton - Leicester, United Kingdom
Stayed here for four days in September, spent a day catching the cable car to First via Bort and Schrekfeld. The cliff walk was fantastic, amazing views over the mountains and valleys, really peaceful. Restaurants we very good. Zip wire from First to Schrekfeld was brilliant then three wheeled go cart down to Bort was great, finally the scooter down to Grindelwald was excellent.
