Activities

Discover the surroundings at your own pace. From quiet mountain trails to experiences that bring you closer to nature, place and yourself.

Walkway above the river between the cliffs of Aare Gorge

Aare Gorge up close

April–November

Slow discovery of one of the most impressive gorges in the region.

Red funicular on a bridge near the Reichenbach Falls

In the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes

May–October

Iconic outing where mountain nature, history and the story of Sherlock Holmes meet.

Red Gelmerbahn carriage on a steep mountain track

Gelmerbahn and an alpine day at the lake

June–October

One of the most iconic mountain days in the region.

Rushing water between rocks in the Rosenlaui gorge

Tranquil exploration of Rosenlaui

May–October

A calmer, deeper encounter with wild alpine scenery.

Panorama of Alpine peaks and a green valley

Panoramic day on Hasliberg

June–October, partly in winter

An easy mountain day with views, cable cars and trails for all fitness levels.

Hikers beside Lake Engstlensee surrounded by mountains

Engstlenalp and Engstlensee

June–October

Alpine lake, mountain meadows and a day in a landscape that feels calmer and more remote.

Footbridge between rocks in the Alpbach gorge

Alpbachschlucht for the more adventurous

May–October

A rawer water experience for those seeking something more intense than a classic walk.

Snowshoes in deep snow with mountain views

Winter hiking and snowshoeing on Hasliberg

December–March

Slow discovery of the winter landscape at your own pace.

Skier on a snow-covered Alpine slope

Skiing and tobogganing in Meiringen Hasliberg

December–March

Classic winter fun in a region that is pleasantly family-friendly and easily accessible.

Mountain scooter ride along an Alpine path

Trotti Bike on Hasliberg

June–October

A light summer experience that combines mountain views, movement and a touch of playfulness.

Tandem paragliding above an Alpine landscape

Paragliding over the valley

Spring–autumn

An aspirational experience for guests who want to see the region from a completely different perspective.

Traditional rural houses and a flowering garden at Ballenberg

Ballenberg and traditional Swiss culture

April–November

A cultural day that extends the stay beyond the mountains and sport.

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Triftbahn and the path to Triftbrücke

June–October

An excursion that combines a small cable car, glacial scenery and one of the region’s most impressive suspension bridges.

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Canyoning in Grimsel

May–October

Glacial water, smooth granite and a journey through the gorge experienced in a completely different way.

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Kayaking on Lake Brienz

Year-round

Calm surface, turquoise water and mountains from a perspective you won’t experience from the shore.

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Boat trip on Lake Brienz

April–December

A leisurely day on the water between mountain shores, traditional villages and waterfalls.

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Steam train to Brienzer Rothorn

June–October

Historic ride from the lakeshore high above the Bernese Oberland.

Rows of freshly prepared meringues

Taste authentic Meiringen meringues

year-round

A local sweet story that has spread far beyond the region from Meiringen.

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Giessbach Waterfalls

spring–autumn

The mighty cascades falling through the forest to Lake Brienz rank among the most romantic spots in the wider area.

Waterfall descending a cliff into the Lauterbrunnen valley

In Tolkien’s footsteps in Lauterbrunnen

spring–autumn

Explore the landscape that helped shape Tolkien’s vision of Middle-earth and is often linked to the inspiration for Rivendell.