Interlaken in the Bern Canton in Switzerland is one of the most attractive and sought after tourist destinations in the beautiful Alpine country. Each year tourists visit this scenic town situated between the lakes Brienz and Thun in the Bödeli area, which offers a spectacular view of the grand Alps. The snow-laden mountains Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau stand tall guarding the magnificent town that offers an immense and rich natural beauty. Whether it is in summer or in winter that you are visiting Interlaken there is a range of activities that you can indulge in here.
If you are traveling in summer, you could enjoy some of the most wonderful views of the town and the surrounding beauty by taking a train tour that takes you to a vantage point from where you can get the most breathtaking views of the mountains and the lakes below. Also one could take the ropeway and look down onto picturesque lakes and no matter in which direction you are looking, you will find a mesmerizing view waiting to be admired. Schilthorn-Piz Gloria is the most fascinating viewpoint that offers a complete panoramic view of Interlaken.
Other places to visit in Interlaken during summer are the impressive St Beatus stalactite Caves, a funicular train trip to Niesen, which takes you to the Niesen summit along Europe’s longest staircase. Apart from this you can take a day trip to Grosse Scheidegg and other spectacular spots with beautiful views of glaciers, lakes, gorges and waterfalls, besides you can also choose to take many other cogwheel train excursions. Also one could take boat cruises and intimate dinner cruises on the crystal clear lakes.
During winter, Interlaken becomes alive with adventure tourists visiting the town for a whole range of winter sport activities. Ski slopes of different levels, sledging, hiking, snow trails and an excursion to the Jungfraujoch station, the highest train station in Europe are some of the activities that are available in winter. So whether it is summer or winter, Interlaken has tourists visiting the town from all over the world not only for its scenic beauty but also for the amount of nature treks, hikes, excursions, day trips and sightseeing that are offered here.
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