One Day in Interlaken, Switzerland

  • 9:00AM: Harder Kulm
    20 minutes (1.7 miles) from Interlaken Town Center

    Take a funicular up to the top of Harder Kulm and enjoy panoramic views of Interlaken and the surrounding mountains. It's an incredible way to start the day.

  • 11:00AM: Lake Brienz Boat Tour
    10 minutes (0.7 miles) from Harder Kulm

    Take a scenic boat tour on Lake Brienz, admiring the stunning views of the turquoise water and surrounding mountains. Keep an eye out for the waterfalls!

  • 1:00PM: Lunch at Restaurant Silberhorn
    15 minutes (0.8 miles) from Lake Brienz Boat Tour

    Enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine at Restaurant Silberhorn, with outdoor seating and views of the mountains.

  • 3:00PM: Jungfrau Railway
    10 minutes (0.6 miles) from Restaurant Silberhorn

    Ride on one of the world's most famous railways up to the Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe. Witness the stunning Alpine scenery and breathtaking views from the top.

  • 6:00PM: Dinner at Restaurant Mercato
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from Jungfrau Railway

    End the day with some Italian cuisine at Restaurant Mercato, which offers indoor and outdoor seating.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Harder Kulm Funicular (2 hours, CHF 32)
  • Lake Brienz Boat Tour (2 hours, CHF 30)
  • Restaurant Silberhorn (1 hour, CHF 40-60)
  • Jungfrau Railway (3 hours, CHF 235)
  • Restaurant Mercato (1 hour, CHF 50-70)

  • Total Estimated Costs: CHF 407-447

Transportation

Interlaken is easily walkable, but for longer distances, consider using the local bus system or renting a bicycle. Taxis are also available, but can be expensive. All the transportation costs are already included in the above Time and Cost Estimates.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the nearby towns of Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald, both of which offer stunning scenery and hiking opportunities. If you have less time, consider skipping the Lake Brienz Boat Tour and heading straight to the Jungfrau Railway.

Airports

The nearest airport to Interlaken is Bern Airport (BRN) which is about 45 minutes driving distance. Another option could be Zürich Airport (ZRH) which is about 2 hours away by train. Both airports offer various flights to domestic and international destinations.

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