Questions and answers about your hiking tour in Bernese Oberland
Our most beautiful hiking tours in Bernese Oberland
Via Alpina „Bärentrek“
As diverse as Switzerland itself, the popular Eurohike trekking tour along the Via Alpina “Bärentrek” and the Via Alpina “Bärentrek” with Charm offer two exceptional hiking adventures. Along the route, countless highlights await—stunning panoramic views, breathtaking gorges, and the magnificent alpine landscapes of Switzerland.
Your journey begins in Meiringen, leading you straight over the Grosse Scheidegg to Grindelwald. Right from the first stage, spectacular vistas unfold before you, including the iconic trio of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The next day, the trail takes you into the Lauterbrunnen Valley, where you can marvel at sheer rock faces and impressive waterfalls. From Wengen/Lauterbrunnen, you continue through stunning alpine scenery toward Griesalp/Kiental.
Via Alpina "Bärentrek"" with Charm
Experience that extra touch of comfort on our Via Alpina “Bärentrek” with Charm tour. Handpicked hotels and accommodations—some featuring award-winning restaurants or relaxing spa and wellness areas—ensure perfect relaxation after a demanding day on the trail.
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Top Attractions in the Bernese Oberland
Jungfraujoch
Spectacular train ride at over 3,454 meters
Lauterbrunnen
Picturesque valley in Switzerland, surrounded by steep cliffs and spectacular waterfalls.
Harder Kulm
Scenic viewing platform in Interlaken
Aare Gorge
A narrow, spectacular rock gorge shaped by thousands of years of erosion.
Useful information about your hiking holiday in Bernese Oberland
Facts About Bernese Oberland
- Location: Canton of Bern, Switzerland
- Area: Approx. 6,070 km²
- Population: Around 700,000
- Well-known places: Interlaken, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Mürren, Wengen
- Highest mountain: Finsteraarhorn (4,274 m)
- Lakes: Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, Oeschinen Lake
- Special features: Home to the famous trio Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau
The climate in Bernese Oberland
The Bernese Oberland is shaped by an alpine climate that varies depending on the altitude. In the valleys, such as around Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, summers are pleasantly warm, and winters are relatively mild. In higher elevations, like in Mürren or Grindelwald, temperatures are cooler, and in the winter months, the region transforms into a true snow paradise. For those looking to explore the Bernese Oberland on foot, the ideal conditions for a hiking trip are from June to October. During this time, the mountain meadows are in full bloom, the temperatures are pleasant, and the panoramic views of the majestic peaks are at their most impressive.
Culture and Traditions
In the Bernese Oberland, traditions are not just memories of the past, but a way of life. Here, between majestic peaks and idyllic valleys, old customs are passionately preserved. A special highlight is the Alpabzug, when festively adorned cows return from the lush summer pastures to the valley—an event celebrated with music and festivities in many places, including the car-free mountain village of Mürren. Additionally, yodeling, flag waving, and intricate wood carving are all part of the region’s cultural heritage. For those who want to dive deeper into history, local museums and traditional festivals offer a firsthand experience of how alive the culture of the Bernese Oberland remains to this day.
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Cuisine in the Bernese Oberland
When the scent of melted cheese fills the air and crispy Rösti steams on the plate, you know you're in the Bernese Oberland! Here, indulgence is taken to the next level—whether it's the tangy Berner Alpkäse directly from the mountain farm, tender Simmental beef, or the light Meiringen meringues that melt on your tongue. A visit to the region's small dairies is a must: true craftsmanship has been practiced here for centuries. And when paired with a glass of fine wine from the nearby Bernese Seeland, you'll know: This is the taste of Switzerland!
Did you know...
- ... that Grindelwald is home to Europe's first cable car built to a glacier?
- ... that the Jungfraujoch is the highest railway station in Europe, located at 3,454 meters?
- ... that Lake Brienz is one of the cleanest lakes in Switzerland?
- ... that Mürren is home to the famous Schilthorn revolving restaurant, Piz Gloria, known from the James Bond film On Her Majesty's Secret Service?
- ... that the Lauterbrunnen Valley, with its 72 waterfalls, is considered one of the most impressive U-shaped valleys in the Alps?
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