Interlaken itinerary: 4 days from real trips

What travellers actually did in Interlaken

• Harder Kulm Funicular — Ascend to Harder Kulm, Interlaken's local mountain, for breathtaking panoramic views.
• Aare River — Enjoy a leisurely walk along the beautiful Aare River, offering serene views of the surrounding landscape.
• Harder Kulm — Marvel at the stunning vistas of Interlaken, Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, and the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains.
• Interlaken Bar — Experience Interlaken's evening ambiance with a drink at a cozy local bar.
• Iseltwald — Visit the picturesque village of Iseltwald, famous for its scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere.
• Lauterbrunnen — Wander through the charming village of Lauterbrunnen and admire the iconic Staubbach Falls.
• Lauterbrunnen Valley — Take a leisurely hike through the stunning Lauterbrunnen Valley, surrounded by towering cliffs and waterfalls.
• St. Beatus Caves — Discover the fascinating geological formations and legends within the St. Beatus Caves, a unique experience.
• Trümmelbach Falls — Explore the impressive Trümmelbach Falls, a series of ten glacier-fed waterfalls inside the mountain.

Day by day in Interlaken

Day 1

1. 09:00 — Take the funicular up to Harder Kulm (Harder Kulm Funicular, Interlaken, Switzerland). Ascend to Harder Kulm, Interlaken's local mountain, for breathtaking panoramic views.
2. 09:45 — Enjoy panoramic views from Harder Kulm (Harder Kulm, Interlaken, Switzerland). Marvel at the stunning vistas of Interlaken, Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, and the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains.
3. 11:30 — Descend from Harder Kulm (Harder Kulm Funicular, Interlaken, Switzerland). Take the funicular back down to Interlaken.
4. 12:15 — Lunch in Interlaken (Interlaken Restaurant, Interlaken, Switzerland). Enjoy a delicious lunch at a restaurant in Interlaken town.
5. 13:30 — Take a boat cruise on Lake Brienz (Interlaken Ost Ferry Terminal, Interlaken, Switzerland). Experience the stunning turquoise waters of Lake Brienz on a relaxing boat cruise, highly recommended by travelers.
6. 16:00 — Explore the charming village of Iseltwald (Iseltwald, Switzerland). Visit the picturesque village of Iseltwald, famous for its scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere.
7. 18:30 — Dinner in Interlaken (Interlaken Restaurant, Interlaken, Switzerland). Enjoy a delightful dinner at another highly-rated restaurant in Interlaken.

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Day 2

1. 09:45 — Visit Trümmelbach Falls (Trümmelbach Falls, Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland). Explore the impressive Trümmelbach Falls, a series of ten glacier-fed waterfalls inside the mountain.
2. 11:30 — Explore Lauterbrunnen village and Staubbach Falls (Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland). Wander through the charming village of Lauterbrunnen and admire the iconic Staubbach Falls.
3. 13:15 — Lunch in Lauterbrunnen (Lauterbrunnen Restaurant, Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland). Enjoy a delightful lunch at a local eatery in Lauterbrunnen.
4. 14:30 — Gentle hike in the Lauterbrunnen Valley (Lauterbrunnen Valley, Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland). Take a leisurely hike through the stunning Lauterbrunnen Valley, surrounded by towering cliffs and waterfalls.
5. 18:45 — Dinner in Interlaken (Interlaken Restaurant, Interlaken, Switzerland). Enjoy another delightful dinner in Interlaken, perhaps trying a different local specialty.

Shared by Emma Müller — see the full trip

Day 3

1. 10:00 — Explore the mystical St. Beatus Caves (St. Beatus Caves, Sundlauenen, Switzerland). Discover the fascinating geological formations and legends within the St. Beatus Caves, a unique experience.
2. 12:15 — Lunch near Lake Thun (Restaurant near Lake Thun, Switzerland). Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a restaurant with beautiful views of Lake Thun.
3. 16:30 — Souvenir shopping in Interlaken (Interlaken, Switzerland). Browse for unique Swiss souvenirs and gifts in Interlaken's charming shops.
4. 17:45 — Farewell dinner in Interlaken (Interlaken Restaurant, Interlaken, Switzerland). Enjoy a special farewell dinner, reflecting on your Swiss adventure.
5. 19:30 — Enjoy a drink at a local bar (Interlaken Bar, Interlaken, Switzerland). Experience Interlaken's evening ambiance with a drink at a cozy local bar.

Shared by Emma Müller — see the full trip

Day 4

1. 08:00 — Travel from Munich to Interlaken by train (Munich Central Station, Munich, Germany). Embark on a scenic train journey from Munich, Germany, to the picturesque town of Interlaken, Switzerland.
2. 18:00 — Stroll along the Aare River (Aare River, Interlaken, Switzerland). Enjoy a leisurely walk along the beautiful Aare River, offering serene views of the surrounding landscape.
3. 19:15 — Dinner at a local restaurant (Interlaken Restaurant, Interlaken, Switzerland). Savor authentic Swiss cuisine at a highly-rated local restaurant in Interlaken.
4. 21:00 — Evening walk and explore Interlaken town (Interlaken, Switzerland). Take an evening stroll through Interlaken town, enjoying the charming atmosphere.

Shared by Emma Müller — see the full trip

Itineraries collected 2026-10-02. Shared publicly by BackIn5 travellers.

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