Interlaken Traveler Essentials
- Safety rating
- 8.7/10
- Best time to visit
- June to September is best for hiking and adventure sports, while winter draws skiers to nearby Grindelwald and Wengen.
- Population
- 0.0M
Overview
Wedged between two alpine lakes beneath the towering Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks, Interlaken is Switzerland's adventure capital. It's the launchpad for paragliding, skydiving, and the cogwheel railway up to the 'Top of Europe' at Jungfraujoch.
Getting around
The town is walkable, with trains, buses, and cable cars connecting to the surrounding peaks and villages.
Local etiquette
Respect alpine safety rules and trail etiquette, and greet locals with a courteous 'Grüezi.'
Safety
Interlaken is very safe, with the main risks tied to adventure sports and mountain weather. Use reputable operators for paragliding and canyoning.