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Harder Kulm in Interlaken bei Sonnenuntergang mit Eiger, Mönch und Jungfrau im Hintergrund
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Bernese Oberland

The Bernese Oberland offers breathtaking mountain panoramas, glistening lakes and unforgettable adventures. Here you will find an overview of the most beautiful places and activities in the crown jewel of the Swiss Alps.
Lauterbrunnen, Jungfrau Region
The Lauterbrunnen Valley is one of the most beautiful places in Switzerland.

The Bernese Oberland awaits you with spectacular mountain views from the Jungfraujoch and Schilthorn, leisurely hikes along the shores of Lake Brienz to Interlaken, hidden gems such as the Kiental and world-famous ski events.

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You should definitely not miss these spectacular places if you are planning a trip to the Bernese Oberland.

Jungfraujoch

Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

The Jungfraujoch is a synonym for records: guests arrive at the highest-altitude railway station in Europe and come face to face with the Aletsch glacier which is unrivalled throughout Europe.

Schilthorn – Piz Gloria

Until 1967, the Schilthorn was treated as an insider tip among alpinists and mountaineers. Thanks to the Schilthorn cable car it is now also accessible to the broader public.

Lake Oeschinen

With its moss-covered rocks, a magnificent view on the Bernese Alps and crystal-clear water, it doesn’t come as a surprise that the Lake Oeschinen is said to be one of Switzerland’s most beautiful lakes.
Lauterbrunnen

Lauterbrunnen

“Valley of the waterfalls” is a perfect name to describe Lauterbrunnen; after all, there are 72 waterfalls in the area.

Lake Thun

On more than 47 km² and surrounded by castles, picturesque villages and imposing mountains, the “Riveria of Lake Thun” welcomes its guests.

Grindelwald-First

If you always wanted to soar into the sky, you should head to the First. Various activities allow visitors to achieve the feeling of gliding through the air like a bird.
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Experiences

Hiking in the Bernese Oberland

Here you will find 10 of the most beautiful hikes in the Bernese Oberland, from the Jungfrau Region via Interlaken and Kandersteg to Gstaad. If you want to hike in the Bernese Oberland, you should definitely not miss these highlights.

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World-famous places in the Bernese Oberland

Sights in the Bernese Oberland

Far away from the crowds, these tranquil and authentic Oberland mountain landscapes await you.

Der Engstlensee im Haslital im Frühsommer mit Wald und schneebedeckten Bergen im Hintergund

Haslital

Haslital is located between the mountain passes Brünig, Grosse Scheidegg, Susten and Grimsel. The landscape which is full of contrasts offers activities in every season.
Sibe Brünne, Lenk-Simmental

Sibe Brünne and Simmen Falls

As a part of the Simme, the Simmen Falls flow into the valley floor of the Lenk. They enchant observers with their mighty swooshing and thundering as they crash down.

Kiental

Kiental is a holiday destination and home to 210 inhabitants. It is also a side valley of the Kandertal, at the end of which a part of the UNESCO World Heritage site “Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch” is located.
Aussicht Stockhorn, Lenk-Simmental

Stockhorn

The Stockhorn invites you to climb, hike or be amazed. Every hour, up to 330 persons arrive at 2,190 m on the mountain via the Stockhorn cableway.
Thunersee mit Niesen im Hintergrund

Niesen

Almost like in Egypt: The Niesen at Lake Thun is shaped like a pyramid. It is a 30-minute ride by funicular from the valley station in Mülenen to the summit.

Diemtigtal Nature Park

Schynige Platte mit Zug
The ticket for the Bernese Oberland for 3, 4, 6, 8 or 10 days

Bernese Oberland Pass

Everything is included: Train, bus, boat & mountain railways as well as attractive discounts. Discover the Bernese Oberland now!

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ViaBerna hiking trail

The ViaBerna is an impressive multi-day hike through the Canton of Bern. Over around 300 kilometres and 20 stages, it showcases the full diversity of the region and passes through four landscape types: the Jura, the Swiss Plateau, the Pre-Alps and the Swiss Alps. The route is signposted as route number 38.

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Gelmerbahn, Haslital

Summer and autumn offers

Discover our summer and autumn offers and get to know the Region of Bern on a refreshing trip to a lake, a culinary excursion or on active holidays that bring you closer to nature.

Summer operating times of mountain railways

Webcams

Here you will find live webcams from the Bern region and the Bernese Oberland. Find out what the current weather is like and enjoy the best views in real time.
Grandhotel Giessbach, Brienz

Accommodations

Choose the perfect accommodation for your unforgettable stay in the Region of Bern here.

From June to September 2026

Open air theatres in the Bern Region

Open-air theatre brings the stage outdoors, combining summer atmosphere, unique venues and memorable performances for a special cultural experience.
Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy
16 July –  5 September 2026

Gstaad Menuhin Festival

What began with two concerts in the church in Saanen in 1957 with Yehudi Menuhin, the violinist of the century, has become one of the largest music festivals in Switzerland: the Gstaad Menuhin Festival.
1. August in Spiez, Ferienregion Interlaken
1 August 2026

National Day in the Canton of Bern

Swiss National Day is celebrated in style in the Bern Region – check out the highlights of the festivities.
Seaside Sessions auf dem Niesen mit Panorama
6 & 7 August 2026

Niesen Sessions

Bring friends and family and enjoy great music set against a spectacular panoramic backdrop – at the Niesen Sessions on the Swiss pyramid on Lake Thun.
Rennstrecke auf der Scheidegg am INFERNO Triathlon, Jungfrau Region
14 – 16 August 2026

INFERNO Triathlon

INFERNO – An experience like no other! One of the world’s most scenic as well as toughest endurance events takes place against the stunning backdrop of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
28 – 29 August 2026

Seaside Festival in Spiez

From rock legends to chart toppers and Switzerland’s very own: the Seaside Festival in the bay of Spiez on Lake Thun features an excitingly varied programme set in a unique atmosphere.
Teilnehmende am Jungfrau-Marathon im Berner Oberland
4 & 5 September 2026

Jungfrau Marathon

42.195 kilometres and 1,953 metres in altitude – the participants in the Jungfrau Marathon tackle this impressive route, accompanied by the breathtaking panorama of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
June & September 2026

Alpine cattle ascents and descents

The spectacular alpine ascents and descents in the Bern Region mark the start and end of the alpine summer, when animals move up to the alps and return decorated in autumn.
Simmentaler Bier-Festival an der Lenk
3 – 6 September 2026

Simmental Festival

Surrounded by a stunning mountain backdrop, the Simmental Festival offers a fabulous atmosphere, the pleasure of listening to a wide range of live music from chill-out sounds to rock, great food with comfortable seating and a hip beer-garden feeling. And thanks to a broad array of entertainment, the festival is ideal for families too.
Gstaad Züglete
5 September 2026

Gstaad Züglete

Cowbells tinkling high and low, dairy cows festooned with flowers – Gstaad’s traditional Züglete is an event well-worth experiencing. It’s the time when local farmers bring their herds of cows back down to the valley and lead them through the village in a colourful procession.
11 September – 25 October 2026

Wine festivals in the Bern Region

Wine festivals in the Bern Region celebrate local winegrowing traditions in spring and autumn. Around Lake Biel and Lake Thun, parades, open wine cellars, tastings, market stalls, concerts and regional specialities await.
Country Night Gstaad
11 & 12 September 2026

Country Night Gstaad

Each year Europe’s premier country event draws the big stars of the country scene to Gstaad. Over three whole days the prestigious holiday resort in the Bernese Oberland is entirely given over to cowboys and cowgirls.
Chästeilet Justistal
18 September 2026

Chästeilet in the Justistal

Every year in September, the farmers of the Justistal come together for the Alpabzug, the day the cattle is brought back down to the valley from the summer pastures. In the idyllic valley of Sigriswil, in keeping with a century-old custom, farmers then share the alpine cheeses produced over the summer.
Thunersee Wasserzauber, Ferienregion Interlaken
25 September – 25 October 2026

Thuner Wasserzauber

Thuner Wasserzauber in Thun is a free open-air water show with music, lights and lasers in the Aare basin, with two shows daily in all weather conditions.
26 & 27 September 2026

Chästeilet in Wengen

The Chästeilet in Wengen celebrates Alpine traditions with cheese sales, folklore, a food market and live music. A lively festival for locals and visitors alike.
AlpKultur® Tage Lenk, Lenk
10 – 11 October 2026

Lenk Alpine Festival

Traditional workshops, Miss Dairy Cow competitions, a hearty alpine farmer’s breakfast, and Hornussen sports: all that and lots more await you as an experience during the Lenk Alpine Festival.
November – 31 December 2026

Christmas markets in the Bern Region

As the days grow shorter and the nights grow longer, and as the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and those first tentative snowflakes are falling, it’s the time for the Christmas markets to open.
Altjahrswoche und Ubersitz, Meiringen
25 – 30 December 2026

Trychel Week and Ubersitz

At the end of each year Meiringen celebrates an ancient custom: Trychel Week and the Ubersitz. During these days the villagers use masks, bells and giant Trycheln cow-bells to cast out haunting spirits.
Touch the Mountains Festival, Interlaken
1 January 2027

Touch the Mountains in Interlaken

Celebrate the New Year on 1 January at the Touch the Mountains festival in Interlaken! You can look forward to a day full of free live concerts by great artists and a magical atmosphere under the open sky, framed by imposing mountains.
Ski World Cup, Chuenisbärgli
9 & 10 January 2027

Audi FIS Ski World Cup Adelboden

Every year, the FIS Ski World Cup in Adelboden attracts around 40,000 fans. For this one weekend, the village near the Wildstrubel mountain is turned into a hive of activity with fans cheering on the stars of the slopes.
FIS Ski World Cup Lauberhorn Wengen
15 – 17 January 2027

FIS Ski World Cup Lauberhorn Wengen

The FIS SKI World Cup Lauberhorn Wengen is a true crowd magnet with tens of thousands of spectators following the super-combined, downhill and slalom races every year.
20 – 23 January 2027

Inferno Race in Mürren

In January, all hell breaks loose in the foothills of the Bernese Alps. That’s when the legendary Inferno Race, the biggest amateur race in alpine skiing, takes place from the Schilthorn to Lauterbrunnen via Mürren.
24 - 31 January 2027

Belle Epoque Week in Kandersteg

Experience the Belle Epoque Week in Kandersteg. Step back into the years 1884 to 1914 for one week, with cultural, culinary and sporting activities.
19 – 20 March 2027

Adelboden Live Music Festival

Experience Adelboden Live on 19 and 20 March 2027 with a great lineup and mountain views.
Greenfield Festival, Ferienregion Interlaken
10 – 12 June 2027

Greenfield Festival in Interlaken

Since 2005, the Greenfield Festival in Interlaken has established itself as a musical highlight. Every year, around 40 bands send the crowds into raptures.
Niesen-Treppenlauf, Ferienregion Interlaken
11 & 12 June 2027

Niesen Stair Run

11,674 steps, 1,643 metres of ascent and one clear goal: the Niesen summit. The Niesen Stair Run is a true test of endurance.
Internationales Trucker & Country-Festival Interlaken
25 – 27 June 2027

Internationales Trucker & Country Festival

Giant trucks, motorbikes parked in precision lines, country music and line dancing: the International Trucker & Country Festival in Interlaken will quicken the pulses of modern-day cowboys and cowgirls.
30 June – 4 July 2026

International Woodcarving Symposium Brienz

Flying wood chips, the buzz of chainsaws and precision carving with a chisel: at the International Woodcarving Symposium in Brienz, artists will fashion large wooden sculptures within only five days.
30 June – 4 July 2027

Swatch Beach Pro Gstaad

The combination of fast action and a holiday atmosphere have turned beach volleyball into a trending sport. Thanks to the Swatch Beach Gstaad, this sport is also represented on an international level in Switzerland.
4 July 2027

IRONMAN® Switzerland Thun

An IRONMAN® triathlon will take place in Thun again this year. This top-ranking sports event will draw the world's best triathletes to the city – and many thousands of spectators to cheer them on along the route.
11 – 19 July 2026

EFG Swiss Open Gstaad

For one week, Gstaad is star-studded with top-class tennis players during the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad. The spectators are spoiled with electrifying rallies all the way from the first to the final match.
Eiger Ultra Trail, Jungfrau Region
14 – 18 July 2027

Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB

The Eiger Ultra Trail in Grindelwald is one of the most captivating trail running events in the world and is a series stop of the UTMB World Series. The event at the foot of the legendary Eiger North Face takes place annually in mid-July.