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Best Places to visit in Interlaken

Nestled between the mountains of the Bernese Oberland region of central Switzerland, this mesmerizing traditional resort town is built on a narrow stretch of valley. Interlaken town looks down on the emerald-coloured waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, dotted with old timber houses and a beautiful parkland.

State Express Global Voyages takes you to explore the grand city of Interlaken and gives you a lifetime experience of its surrounding mountains, admiring nature with its dense forests, alpine meadows and magnificent glaciers which have numerous hiking and skiing trails.

1. Jungfraujoch

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Famously known as the “ Maiden Saddle ” that connects two major 4000ers of Bernese Alps – Jungfrau and Monch. It is easily accessible by tourists by the Jangfaru line, a railway from interlaken. The panoramic view of the place is sure to take your breath away!

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2. Lauterbrunnen

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Set in a beautiful valley , blessed by nature with rocky cliffs and high roaring waterfalls, Lauterbrunnen is a mesmerizing cozy little village. It qualifies as the biggest nature conservation area of Switzerland. Couple ofdays at Lauterbrunnen would really be worth it, to admire 72 majestic waterfalls pounding down the valley rocks.

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3. Casino Interlaken

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Given a healthy 5 star rating by the tourists and locals alike, this casino is located in Interlaken Convention Bureau. This is one of the places in Switzerland where you are bound to bump many people of Indian Origin, due to the Bollywood craze. With a gorgeous backdrop of mountains the place looks marvelous under the lights during the night time. Its beautifully trimmed gardens are definitely a cherry on top!

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4. Ropes Park Interlaken

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Ropes Park is an adventure park featuring treetop courses with different levels of difficulty including various swings, forest setting bridges and zip lines. This park, located in the midst of forest lying between Unspunnen meadow and the quiet road to Heimwehfluh, is definitely a fit to give yourself a boost of andre The park is one of its kind offering courses that include adventure at its best, like rock climbing, bungee jumping, water sports and much more.

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5. Lutschine River

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A mighty river running through the Bernese Oberland region of Interlaken, Switzerland. This river is a combination of multiple tributaries joining it from mountains that surround the river, in a mesmerizing panoramic scene.

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6. Harder Kulm

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Harder Kulm is a funicular station situated at a mighty height of1,322 meters providing a stunning view of the entire region of Berner Oberland. This can safely be termed as the highest point accessible to humans in Interlaken. The views from this point are absolutely breathtaking, even if you visit on a rainy day.

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7. Stockhorn

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Overlooking the majestic River Thun, Stockhorn is yet another mountain of the Bernese Alps range. It stands tall in the cozy town of Erlenbach im Simmental, from where it is easily accessible via a cable car ride.

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8. Lake Brienz

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Known for its extraordinary turquoise coloured clear waters, Lake Brienz is nestled with two mountain ranges of imposing nature. The shores of this eloquent lake are lined with picturesque villages with houses incorporating traditional rural wooden architecture. On a sunny day it is perfect to take a dip in the lake and enjoy the cool glacial waters. The site is also equipped with cozy covers right by the lake for tourists to relax and enjoy warm sun with some swiss wine.

9.Lake Thun

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Lake thun is an alpine lake of the Bernese Oberland region. It is dotted with small cozy towns incorporating rich architecture and a vibrant culture. The beauty of this lake is a sight to behold. The scenery around is extremely beautiful and serene. The swimming is absolutely free of charge. It can be reached through a boat trip from Interlaken which takes 4 hours and 40 minutes including various refreshment stops.

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10. Schilthorn

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The summit of Schilthorn is included in the mountain range of Bernese Alps which looks down at the valley of Lauterbrunnen. This qualifies as the highest mountain range in the northern area of the region. It can be reached by a cable car from the village of Murren.

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11. Grindelwald First

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The mountainous region of Bernese Oberland is home to yet another majestic summit, Grindelwald First, which happens to be the destination of the classic Schynige Platte-Faulhorn- First, an annual hike competition. This summit is a house to many adventure sports too like paragliding, Cliff walkin, zip-lining, Hiking among others. The forest-like setting gives it a chic value.

12. Schynige Platte

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To enjoy a typical Swiss landscape experience, one must definitely visit Schynige Platte, a small mountain ridge, well connected by most mega cities of switzerland. Although the train connectivity works well, an off season visit might even need a hike of around 1 and a half hours. This peak provides a picturesque view of the lakes underneath and in clear weather the views to many neighboring mountains.

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13. Spiez

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Picturesquely placed on the shore of Lake Thun, the cozy town of Spiez is known for its Medieval Castle dating back to the 16th Century. The grand halls of this Castle are thrown open to visitors including the Baroque banquet hall which is a sight to behold. This castle is also a place to experience the magnificent view of Lake Thun and the surrounding area. Much to our comfort this town is just a train ride away from Interlaken which can take as less as only 19 minutes to complete the journey.

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14. St. Beatus Caves

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This range of caves is one of the largest caves in all of switzerland. Situated on the shores of Lake Thun, this is a perfect destination for a day out when in Interlaken. This is an exclusive heritage site, one of its kind open to the public up to 1 Kilometer of the total cave area. This underground wonder is illuminated by many lights giving it a magical aura.

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  1. Table of Content

    1. Jungfraujoch
    2. Lauterbrunnen  
    3. Interlaken 
    4. Ropes Park Interlaken 
    5. Lutschine River 
    6. Harder Kulm 
    7. Stockhorn 
    8. Lake Brienz 
    9. Lake Thun 
    10. Schilthorn 
    11. Grindelwald First 
    12. Schynige Platte 
    13. Spiez 
    14. St. Beatus Caves  

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