River and lakeside bathing spots

The popular Marzili open-air pool in Bern sits right on the banks of the Aare River and offers beautiful views of Switzerland’s Federal Palace. Its relaxed vibe, lush green surroundings and refreshing river water turn a city visit into a truly memorable experience.
Marzili in Bern

Biel lido offers a spacious sandy bay and a real holiday vibe right in the city. A diving tower, beach volleyball courts, kids’ slides and a large water park keep everyone entertained. Playground, kiosk and restaurant complete the offer for a relaxed day by Lake Biel.

Erlach lido is ideal for summer days on Lake Biel. The lakeside lawn offers plenty of space for picnics, games or barbecues. A playground and beach volleyball court add variety, and you can rent stand up paddleboards and pedal boats. The shallow shore makes swimming safe for children too.

This idyllic beach with shady trees is located directly next to Camping Sutz by Lake Biel. The more athletic-minded visitors can play a game of beach volleyball or discover the region from the water on a SUP board. Bistro and barbecue areas are also available.
Sutz-Lattrigen lido

This idyllic mountain lake nestled in a nature reserve invites you to enjoy relaxed and sublime bathing. It is the perfect destination for nature lovers and romantics alike. Our recommendation: Hire a rowboat at the Lauenensee restaurant to explore the lake from on the water.
Lake Lauenen

Leave the frenetic pace of life behind you and discover the tranquillity of the mountains. Water lovers can look forward to a refreshing break on and around the deep blue waters of Lake Oeschinen at this UNESCO World Heritage site above Kandersteg. In addition to fishing and rowing, this popular mountain lake is perfect to cool off on hot summer days.
Oeschinensee

From mid-summer, the Brandsee lake on the Elsigenalp invites you to take a dip and cool off. Take the plunge into its refreshing waters at 1800 metres above sea level or rent a stand-up paddle and enjoy the tranquillity of the lake. With the large water slide, fun for children is guaranteed. Several small fire places invite you to barbecue, wood is provided on site and the bistro is open for refreshments when the weather is good. The path from the top station to the Brandsee is also suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Brandsee 

At just under 3000 square metres in the size, this lake on the Hasliberg offers the enjoyment of a refreshing swim combined with a magnificent Alpine panorama. And together with its sunbathing lawns, wicker beach chairs and a kiosk with bistro, the mountain summer is perfect up here.
Hasliberg swimming lake

Situated directly on Lake Brienz, the small Bönigen lido inspires and thrills swimmers of all ages. On hot summer days, the crystal-clear water of Lake Brienz is a welcome refreshment. Alternatively, the heated swimming pool offers pleasantly warm temperatures.
The Beach Bönigen lido

The Burgseeli lido is situated in the middle of a nature reserve near Interlaken and promises bathing fun extraordinaire in this magnificent moor lake. With water temperatures of up to 26 degrees, the bathing season extends from May to September here.
Burgseeli lido

At the Schwäbis river pool in Thun, bathers can take a dip in a calm short stretch of the Aare river. The swimming pool has separate sections for swimmers and non-swimmers. Children are also well catered for, with a paddling pool, slide, sandpit and a play area with table tennis. And if you just want to sit back and relax in the shade, there are sun loungers and parasols available to rent.
Schwäbis river pool