Sunny spring days await you in Interlaken Explore the beauty of spring in Interlaken with us! From flowers blooming to snow-capped mountains starting to melt, find out why spring is the perfect time to experience Interlaken. Prepare to be transported by the beauty and diversity of this alpine paradise in spring! With warmer temperatures and…
Unveiling 3 Days of Winter’s Magic in Interlaken Too often, Interlaken is typecast as a winter haven solely for ski and snowboard enthusiasts. Yet, beneath its snow-capped vistas lies an array of experiences beyond the slopes. This 3-day itinerary is dedicated to showcasing the multifaceted allure of Interlaken during its frost-kissed months. It helps you…
Interlaken, Switzerland, boasts the longest New Year’s Eve celebrations in the country. If you’re a student studying abroad at a European university and looking to explore Europe during the school holidays, we have an unforgettable experience waiting for you. Get ready to immerse yourself in an exhilarating mix of festivities, breathtaking scenery, and non-stop partying.…
What to do during a weekend in Mürren? Mürren, a charming town Picture by Chensiyuan Located at the foot of the Schilthorn, Mürren is a peaceful mountain village. This small mountain village situated in the commune of Lauterbrunnen and belongs to the canton of Bern has a lot of charm. It attracts tourists from all…
The most beautiful places in the Jungfrau region The Jungfrau region is definitely one of the most beautiful regions in Switzerland visited by thousands of locals and international tourists every year. No wonder! The Jungfrau Region offers incredible scenery full of greenery, glaciers, high mountains, romantic villages, and many tourist attractions. Here are places in…
This promotion is no longer active Unfortunately, we cannot offer any discounted ski passes for the 2023/2024 winter season. This decision was made after the Tourism Board of Interlaken stopped the collaboration opportunity that we had previously established. To our regret, it means that Balmers is currently unable to offer its guests discounts on ski…
The best place to go skiing in the Swiss Alps Are you dreaming about skiing or snowboarding in the Swiss Alps? You don’t know where to start, where to go, and how to organize everything? We have all to answers for you. To go skiing in the Swiss Alps, we highly recommend the Jungfrau Region…
Schynige Platte is a vast natural space, a natural plateau, and a diverse alpine botanical garden specializing in the display of and research into the high-altitude flora of Switzerland. Schynige Platte is a mountain with magical landscapes, which offers breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding lakes and mountains. It is also a starting point for many…
Interlaken is a small town nestled in the Swiss Alps that is renowned for its natural beauty. In the middle of the mountains and between two crystal clear lakes, it is really a place to discover. Why visit Interlaken during the fall? With its beautiful colors and its great temperature, fall is surely a good…
What to expect from your stay at Balmers Hostel Here is the story of Lee Jones stay at Balmers hostel. Follow Lee on Instagram Balmers Hostel is the perfect “base camp” location to go hiking in the region. I arrived in Interlaken Ost, and once you head up the road a bit, you’ll start to see…
WHERE TO NEXT… FROM INTERLAKEN After visiting Interlaken in Switzerland, explore other must-see destinations perfect for genuine backpackers during your Eurotrip. Here are the best cities to visit during your Eurotrip around Switzerland. All of those cities are reachable by train so make sure to check our Wanderer Project and calculate your CO2 savings by…
They say it is one of the most dangerous hikes in the world Voir cette publication sur Instagram Une publication partagée par Balmershostel (@balmersinterlaken) Hiking the Hardergrat The Hardergrat hike is really unique and stunning. It is one of the most difficult day hikes in Switzerland and also one of the most dangerous.…
The best way to get to Interlaken: the train Do you want to travel but are also concerned about our beautiful planet and your carbon footprint? We definitely recommend you to travel by train during your trip to Switzerland. The train network is so well developed and you will be able to admire the incredible…
Located in the heart of Europe, Switzerland has many hidden gems. In this country of Central Europe, one can perform a multitude of activities: deposit large sums of money in a Swiss bank account, taste cheese fondue, say Hi! to the cows in the green meadows, or discover wonderful landscapes. Whatever season you decide to…
What to do in Grindelwald? Grindelwald, a small village in the Bernese Alps Very close to Interlaken is Grindelwald. A small alpine village very touristy and very famous for its ski slopes in winter and its many hiking trails in summer. It is the starting point for many cable cars and funiculars that take you…
Crash landing on you gives pride of place to the Bernese Oberland Filming locations near Interlaken of the serie Crash Landing on you: Have you ever watched a drama and imagined visiting the places where your favorite scenes take place? It can sometimes be difficult to find the locations of the dramas, so a little…
Visiting Interlaken is to take a breath of fresh air on the Alpine peaks, but it is also lake with pure and crystal-clear water. Which is the most beautiful mountain lake in the Interlaken region? All have something magical, between the mirror surface reflecting the mountains and the turquoise water. The top 6 lakes in…
Discover the Jungfraujoch The “Jungfraujoch” is a peak located at an altitude of 3465 meters in the Bernese Alps in Switzerland. You might say a pass like so many others … Not quite, because you can reach it thanks to the highest cogwheel train in Europe, making all the wild world of the very high…
Are you looking for a good spot in Switzerland to go skiing and snowboarding in amazing snow with Incredibles views of the mountains? Don’t search further, we know exactly where you should go, Interlaken is the perfect base to go skiing and snowboarding in the Jungfrau Region. Interlaken the ideal base for skiing There is no…
Grindelwald is known to be the starting point for great hikes and during winter it’s the paradise for all ski and snowboard lovers in the Swiss Alps. Picture from Grindelwald (© Jungfrau Region ) Grindelwald where it all starts Grindelwald is the biggest village in the region after Interlaken that is accessible by car. It is a very touristic place and…
How to get to the top of the Harder Kulm? Here are all the information you need to know to hike or take the funicular to reach the summit of Harder Kulm, Top of Interlaken. Interlaken – Harder Kulm The Harder Kulm is a viewpoint at 1,321 meters in the Berner Oberland region of Switzerland,…
