Hike to iconic viewpoints of the Alps in Interlaken, Switzerland, an outdoor capital of the region. Dramatic peaks, alpine lakes, wildflowers, and wonderful trails characterize hiking in this area! Here are 10 of the best options for your next trip.
Harder Kulm
This 5.1-mile loop trail is considered challenging and usually takes hikers about 4 hours to complete. There is an elevation gain of 2,539 feet!
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This hike is about 3.5 miles long, passing along a rugged ridge and dramatic cliffs, surrounded by mountain peaks, and it's not as popular as other hikes in the area, making it quieter!
See MoreRothorn-Brienz Hiking Trail
Hike along this stunning ridge with views of the Alps and magnificent alpine lakes! The trail is about 7.3 miles long and has 1000+ ft. of elevation gain. The views will keep you moving along, breathless!
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This easy-to-moderate hike leads up to a beautiful alpine lake with mountain views plus a cliff walk, mountain scooters, zip line, and more! The hike is about 4 miles with 600 feet of elevation gain.
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Daube - Oberberghorn via Schynige Platte Panoramawanderungis 1.9 miles long and generally considered challenging due to its 400+ feet of elevation gain. There are amazing views of alpine lakes, wildflowers (during the right season), and surrounding mountains.
See MoreBerghaus Bäregg
If you ride the Pfingstegg cable car part of the way up, the hike is only about 3.35 miles there and back with 1000+ ft of elevation gain. The trail up can be quite exposed, but has been well-protected and maintained! Once you arrive sit out on the terrace overlooking the Ischmeer glacier.
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The Trift Glacier & Suspension Bridge hike is about 4 miles roundtrip and has a walk across a 170-meter-long suspension bridge! It is not for the faint of heart. Enjoy a simple lunch and sweet treats at the Windegg mountain hut on your way down!
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This hike can be customized to your groups ability and fitness levels, ranging from 2.5 miles to about 7 miles in length! The ridgeline has amazing views of rolling alpine meadows to one side and staggering peaks on the other as you climb.
See MoreHiking Path to Oeschinensee
A great day trip from Interlaken, take a train and then a cable car to this loop trail. You'll pass cascading waterfalls and through alpine meadows with sheep and cows along the way. There are amazing views of a turquoise alpine lake up here.
See MoreNiesen
There are furnicular rides and trains that will take you right to the top, but for a quieter experience, hike from the middle station to the peak! This mountain is known as the “Swiss Pyramid" for its distinct shape.
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