Adventure world between mountains and lakes

Sport & adventure in Interlaken for mountaineers & water lovers

Experience action-packed adventures amid natural surroundings, with plenty of sunshine, fresh air and spectacular views guaranteed – whatever the season. Harmonise body and soul with sporting challenges, or set your pulse racing with adrenaline-charged adventure activities. A refreshing dip in the cooling waters offers a fitting conclusion to any activity. Follow your heart in the Interlaken holiday region to experience high-flying adventure and adrenaline kicks.

Interlaken is Europe’s number one destination for adventure sports
Numerous accessible activities in the immediate vicinity
Impressive panoramas and landscapes
Something to suit every need
Breathtaking encounters with nature at any time of year

360 days of adventure & sport in Europe’s number one destination

Looking for somewhere with a year-round buzz? You’ve found exactly the right place. Interlaken is Europe’s leading destination for outdoor and adventure sports. Whatever the season, all kinds of adventures await in and around Interlaken. Get your adrenaline kicks by skydiving, canyoning, river rafting or bungee jumping. For something a little less strenuous, experience more leisurely options like paragliding, hang gliding, a visit to the Ropes Park, an exciting quad tour and much more besides. Get your pulse racing and your heart jumping for joy – it’s an unbeatable feeling.

On solid ground – action-packed encounters with nature

The imposing mountain peaks of the Bernese Oberland spread against the skyline. Here you can embark on all manner of hikes, taking in lakeside shores, plunging ridges and peaks commanding unparalleled views. Easy circular trails will lead you back through resplendent meadows. Explore the varied terrain around lakes Thun and Brienz on two wheels. Various trails will challenge mountain bikers, while e-bike tours promising spectacular panoramas will take your breath away.

In the air – high-flying moments of joy

Feel free as a bird and let the fresh breeze put a smile on your face. Hang-glide through the air like an eagle or take a courageous leap into the void on a sky dive. Dare you try a bungee jump or canyon swing? Aerial sports enthusiasts can also enjoy the change of perspective on a memorable paragliding flight.

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On the water – the strongest element

Feel the power of water in the Interlaken holiday region. Climb through majestic gorges on a canyoning outing. Go river rafting and paddle through foaming rapids. Skim over Lake Brienz on a jetboat, passing thunderous waterfalls – then, for a change of pace, take a leisurely tour of Lake Thun by canoe or SUP. Wakesurfing and sailing on the lake give the impression of the open sea. Water is life – and Interlaken is surrounded by water. No wonder the range of experiences on offer is practically limitless.

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Winter activities – conquer a winter wonderland

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In winter, the mountains and lakes transform into a wonderful world of snow and ice; the only sound is the crunch of snow beneath your snowshoes. Discover winter hiking trails commanding superb views of snow-laden landscapes. A winter kayaking tour of Lake Brienz is a magical experience. Action-packed, enjoyable, homely – that’s winter in the Holiday Region Interlaken. Speedy descents of ski slopes and toboggan trails, breathtaking ski tours of untouched mountain peaks and beautifully prepared cross-country trails passing through fir forests all await.

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By water, land and air – conquer the elements in the Bernese Oberland

Action-packed, adventurous and breathtaking – experience the nature: