- 4:30 h
- 16.94 km
- 75 m
- 40 m
- 525 m
- 567 m
- 42 m
- Start: Münsingen
- Destination: Thun
Culture, nature, city life: The lively, if not to say spirited, Thun, often called the gateway to the Bernese Oberland, can be considered exemplary when it comes to the combination of mountain and lake landscapes and the connection of historic and contemporary buildings. Cafés and restaurants adorn the Aare riverbank with its many cozy corners; picturesque alleys with boutiques invite you to stroll and shop. In a very small area, a fantastic abundance of offerings can be discovered. On a city tour, also guided, you gain insights into the history of the city and the castle on its sturdy hill. Museums and very well-preserved houses transport you to past centuries. A walk by the lake or in Schadau Park is relaxing, as is, of course, a boat trip on the lake. Thun is also ideal as a starting point for diverse excursions and experiences on water and land. In short: Thun is a city to fall in love with. And to stay in.
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
The hiking trail leads from Münsingen train station (530 m) down to the Aare and then well marked continues along the riverbank all the way to the city center of Thun (559 m).
Equipment
For a day hike, normal hiking equipment; for multi-day hikes, including spare clothing and provisions. Hiking poles are recommended. And today, a bathing suit might also be needed.
Directions & Parking facilities
Arrival: By train to Bern.
Return: By train from Thun.
Additional information
Bern Tourism, Tel. +41 (0) 31 328 12 12, www.bern.com
Thun-Thunersee Tourism, Tel. +41 (0) 33 225 90 00, www.thunersee.ch
Literature
Jochen Ihle / Toni Kaiser: The 101 Most Beautiful Hikes of Switzerland. ISBN 978-3-03865-041-6, Rothus Medien, Solothurn, www.wandershop-schweiz.ch
Hiking magazine SWITZERLAND, Special edition 1/2022: ViaBerna. Rothus Medien, Solothurn, www.wandermagazin-schweiz.ch
License (master data)
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Two cultural highlights in Thun are the castle from the 12th century and the city church with a baroque nave from the 14th century.
Safety guidelines
Easy hike on marked hiking trails. Difficulty: T1.
Map
Map scale 1:50,000, 243T Bern, 253T Gantrisch.
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