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Take a tour of exploration to the magical world of stone and water that is the St. Beatus Caves and hear the rushing and dripping of water. Prepare to be fascinated by the incredible shapes and colours of the grottos.
You can reach the entrance to the caves from a path that takes you from the car park and through the forest. Along the way, you’ll cross several bridges over the waterfall as it exits the cave and hear the rushing and dripping of water. The St. Beatus Caves make for one of the most popular day-trip destinations around Lake Thun. So far, roughly 14 km of the extensive cave system has been mapped. It is possible to explore one kilometre of this on your own when you visit.
The pathways through the cave are secure and easily accessible thanks to modern electric lighting. Take a tour (approx. 45 min.) of the mighty limestone formations, and be enchanted by the unique shapes and shades on view in the series of grottos. The mountain is filled with stalagmites and stalactites that have taken millions of years to form. To this day, the St. Beatus Caves with their interior gorges,imposing halls and the effervescent waterfalls remain radiating a particular power. As you proceed, 25 information boards in German and English impart useful information on the St. Beatus Caves. Complete your tour with a visit to the caves museum to learn all you need to know about cave exploration.
You can reach the entrance to the caves from a path that takes you from the car park and through the forest. Along the way, you’ll cross several bridges over the waterfall as it exits the cave and hear the rushing and dripping of water. The St. Beatus Caves make for one of the most popular day-trip destinations around Lake Thun. So far, roughly 14 km of the extensive cave system has been mapped. It is possible to explore one kilometre of this on your own when you visit.
The pathways through the cave are secure and easily accessible thanks to modern electric lighting. Take a tour (approx. 45 min.) of the mighty limestone formations, and be enchanted by the unique shapes and shades on view in the series of grottos. The mountain is filled with stalagmites and stalactites that have taken millions of years to form. To this day, the St. Beatus Caves with their interior gorges,imposing halls and the effervescent waterfalls remain radiating a particular power. As you proceed, 25 information boards in German and English impart useful information on the St. Beatus Caves. Complete your tour with a visit to the caves museum to learn all you need to know about cave exploration.
A natural experience for all ages
For an unforgettable experience of nature, the St. Beatus Caves are well worth a visit. There is even a large playground with a dragon slide for children to enjoy. Amid this stunning natural landscape, the Panorama Restaurant is the ideal place to spend some time, enjoying fine food while gazing at Lake Thun and the breathtaking peaks beyond.Open all year long
The St. Beatus Caves open daily during the summer season (April to October). During winter season (November to March), they open on weekends only. Group events can also be arranged outside of normal opening hours. Find out about a wide range of group packages and events under www.beatushoehlen.swiss.Your highlights at a glance
- Imposing limestone caves with magnificent grottos, halls and chasms
- Individual tour through a magical world of stone and water
- Eat amid nature and overlooking Lake Thun at the Restaurant STEIN & SEIN
- Exclusive candlelight cave raclette in winter
- Choice of group packages and guided tours on request
To ensure that your trip is perfect in every way, please note
- Open daily in the summer season from 9.00 am and every saturday and sunday from 9.30 h in the winter season
- Photography and filming is allowed in the caves; tripods are not permitted and must be left at the till
- Warm clothing is recommended with caves temperatures at 8 – 10°C
- Accessible by bus, boat and car, parking spaces nearby
- Combination offers for boat journeys
Good to know
Openings
Summer season (mid-April - early November):
Daily from 9.00 a.m. to 5.15 p.m. (Friday & Saturday until 8.15 p.m.)
Winter season (end of November - mid-April)
Daily from 10.00 a.m. to 4.15 p.m. (Saturday until 5.45 p.m.)
Due to maintenance work, the St. Beatus Caves and the Stein & Sein restaurant will be closed from November 10 to 21, 2025!
Daily from 9.00 a.m. to 5.15 p.m. (Friday & Saturday until 8.15 p.m.)
Winter season (end of November - mid-April)
Daily from 10.00 a.m. to 4.15 p.m. (Saturday until 5.45 p.m.)
Due to maintenance work, the St. Beatus Caves and the Stein & Sein restaurant will be closed from November 10 to 21, 2025!
Eligibility
Bad Weather Offer
Suitable for any weather
for Groups
for Class
Pet allowed
Suitable for the Elderly
for Children of the age of 3-6
for Children of the age of 6-10
for Children of the age of 10 upwards
Other Furnishing/Equipment
Children's Playground (outdoors)
Toilet
Baby Change
Handicapped accessible WC
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Reviews
- Yas46October 19, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Amazing 1km walk through the caves at all times of yearHaving paid 7CHF for parking at the bottom, we walked up the steep steps with such a lovely view of lake Thun and the steep hillside. It cost about 20CHF each to get in and we really enjoyed it. The museum was very interesting, go there first, as it explains all about the rock formation and the changes over time about discovering the length of the cave. Then we walked the whole route- we were there on a Sunday lunchtime, but it did not feel too busy. Wear walking shoes and a jacket . Really beautiful on the inside seeing the grottos. Afterwards we had a tea at the cafe with the beautiful view of lake Thun in the sunshine. Definitely worth doing. Not as impressive as other caves we have been to but still worth seeing.More - oooooobadOctober 16, 2025 at 5:40 AMUnbelievably beautifulStunning beauty of the waterfall and although steep uphill but roads very well paved and every few steps you see new view of the waterfalls and the lake view, truly spectacular Cave is uphill as well but truly worth the hassle Do not miss it You can go easily by bus 21 from InterlakenMore
- summeredwardssSeptember 23, 2025 at 10:40 AMGreat place to seeGet here as early as you can as it can be very busy, bring warm clothing and good footwear as the caves can be cold and slippy. Very interesting site though and worth a visit. Bus stop goes right outside which is handyMore
- 45carolynsJuly 27, 2025 at 7:07 PMBeautiful place to visit even if you don't go through the caves!We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to St. Beatus Caves. We were able to park just down the road and then walked up to the entrance. It is a climb, but it's a beautiful walk along the waterfalls and across the bridge and you can take your time. My husband and I enjoyed the cave tour, although it was a little long. After the tour, we had a very nice lunch at the restaurant and enjoyed the unbeatable views across the lake. This is well worth the trip even if you decide not to go through the cave tour. (We went in June of 24 but I couldn't select that...)More
- DexterDunlopJuly 25, 2025 at 5:32 PMTravel there free on the bus with the Interlaken guest pass. Fantastic views across the lake. Fascinating caves which go on for almost a kilometre. Pretty reasonable value for money.More
- alextanmdJune 13, 2025 at 5:32 AMVery nice St Beautus CaveWe did a side trip to Switzerland after our conference. In interlaken, we went to st beautus cave via bus using our Swiss travel pass. It is quite a steep climb. But you can stop and take a rest along the way. Once inside you will see a natural wonder! It’s quite cold around 10-12C so a jacket might be helpful!More
- VLIKtravelerJune 4, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Be wareI want senior people to realise that you have to go up not only just to get to the caves but inside the cave itself So may be for someone it worth just to enjoy the view from outsideMore - mrc282February 13, 2025 at 2:58 AMside excursioni dont consider this a must-do, especially if it is your first trip to bernese oberland. but the cave with river system is more interesting than i thought plus, the bus route there is scenic since it goes along lake thun take note you have to hike a steep paved trail for 15 min once you get there, since the entrance to the cave is in the middle of a rock face.More
- Kohli-HouseNovember 23, 2024 at 3:39 AMNEVER MISS IT ON INTERLAKEN TRIPSt. Beatus caves are the place which majority of tourists miss out when they visit Interlaken. Its a short bus ride and NEVER TO MISS experience. The caves inside the waterfalls is an awesome experience. Even though steep walk but its comfortable and enjoyable. The rushing sound of water in the path at times creates eerie feeling but you shall.love it. Fantastic insta pics can be captured.More
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