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Spiez

Spiez

Impressive vistas in all directions: nestled between mountain peaks, vineyards and a lake with beautiful bays, Spiez excites with a mild climate and many sunny days.

Like a gem, Spiez sparkles in the sun at the shore of Lake Thun. Declared a spa town in 1856, Spiez Castle is for many visitors the first stop on their discovery tour round town. Locations of bygone centuries, the park and the early Romanesque Castle Church act as witnesses of the town’s rich history. One of Spiez’s landmarks is the little blue train on wheels which carries visitors round town. Spiez has certainly earned its reputation as a source for recharging energy: hiking trails surrounded by ancient yew trees, the Katzenstein (Cat’s Rock) and the numerous churches and peaks are just some of the sources to boost your energy.

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Spiez, the gateway to the surrounding area

Spiez is the ideal starting point to explore the sights in the surrounding area. Both the pyramid-shaped Niesen or a boat trip on Lake Thun are only a stone’s throw away. In winter, the region’s most popular ski areas can be reached within an hour of the town. And when the weather is fine, the circular hike guides visitors for 14 km along the beach to the village of Faulensee.

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The Riviera of Lake Thun

Spiez’s heart and soul is the emerald bay at Lake Thun where, every summer, the Seaside Festival and the international beach soccer tournament excite music and sports fans. Thanks to the many activities on offer, the bay attracts young and old alike. The playground and climbing tower offer hours of fun for the little ones, while the not-so-little ones can challenge each other at a game of outdoor chess. The bay also invites visitors to relax at the “Buchtrondell”, or to soak in the atmosphere of the Rogglischeune, a former barn which now serves as a smaller event venue, available for hire.

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Thunersee mit Niesen im Hintergrund
Destinations

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.

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Thunersee
Experiences

Lake cruises

If you like being on water, the Region of Bern is the place to be. The different cruises transform the lakes of the region into fascinating attractions.

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Greenfield Festival, Ferienregion Interlaken
11 – 13 June 2026

Greenfield Festival

Since 2005, the Greenfield Festival in Interlaken has established itself as a musical highlight. Every year, around 40 bands send the crowds into raptures.
From July

Open air theatres

The stage is simply brought outside for the open-air theatres. The feeling of summer combined with dramatic performances possesses an irresistible appeal.
29– 30 August 2024

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.

Contact and information

Info-Center Spiez
Bahnhofstrasse 10d
CH-3700 Spiez