Interlaken things to do take advantage of the area's scenery and love of the outdoors. There are many things to do indoors, too, during inclement weather.

View from the Top

For those wishing to get outside of Interlaken for a half day, the attraction Schilthorn Piz Gloria offers a revolving restaurant at a height of 3,000 meters. Count over 200 peaks, including France's Mont Blanc and the Bernese Alps. Another half-day trip is to Schynige Platte, where the journey is as good as the attraction itself. Take the old-fashioned railway to capture views of the area. In addition to the views and hiking trails, there is a playground, an alpine garden, and a restaurant. This is an excellent attraction for families.

For those who want slightly closer family attractions, great views of Lakes Brienz and Thun may be found at Harder Kulm. Ride the funicular to the top or stay at the ground level and visit the wildlife park near the train station. Another local option is comparable to Schilthorn Piz Gloria. Heimwehfluh offers views, a restaurant, hiking trails, and play areas for children, all of which are just above Interlaken.

Indoor Activities

Interlaken things to do also include indoor activities. Visit the Paul Klee Center to view some of the artist's most notable works. Visit one of the area's castles: Thun castle, Spiez castle, or Hunegg castle, among others. Some of the castles date back to the medieval period or earlier. Visit the Casino Interlaken or go to the cinema.

Skiing and Hiking

Depending upon the season, Interlaken offers plenty of skiing and hiking trails. The three most popular downhill skiing areas are Murren-Schilthorn, Kleine Scheidegg-Mannlichen, and Grindelwald First. All three offer a variety of skiing and snowboarding trails, schools, and restaurants.

Cross-country skiing is available in Bonigen, Beatenberg, Habkern-Lombachalp and the Jungfrau Region. Bonigen offers beginner trails, while the others are for more experienced skiers.

Hiking trails vary and may depend upon the weather. Hiking between communities is common, so a map is essential. Confirm which trails are open and know the elevation gain and conditions before you leave. Winter hiking is also available in several of these areas.

Other Activities

Although skiing and hiking are the most popular outdoor options, visitors to Interlaken will find plenty of mountain biking, rafting, and even golf courses.

Interlaken is also known for horse and buggy rides. Carriages may be chartered from one of the train stations.

Tandem Hang Gliding flights are a must for anyone who wants to fly like a bird and see the alps from above! Go to  www.hangglidinginterlaken.com for more information.