Yes, Balmers Hostel is finally open again after a couple of months of closing due to the covid 19 pandemic. Staying in Switzerland? Be sure to visit Interlaken, a region of lakes and mountains in the heart of the Bernese Oberland! It is the perfect base to explore the amazing Jungfraujoch region. Ideally located between…

Discover Interlaken The small town of Interlaken takes its name from its geographical position: between two lakes. To the West Lake Thun and in the East is Lake Brienz. The water has really a central place in town as much as the surrounding mountains overlooking Interlaken. The town has been built at the foot of…

Ways to save money in Switzerland In the lobbies of many EFH hostels you might hear a few hushed whispers or stories between travelers about how expensive Switzerland is, even to go as far as to avoid it due to the dent it will put into your savings account which you have worked so hard…

Interlaken, the hikers dream Discover the 5 must do hikes in Interlaken recommended and tested by our Super crew One of, if not the biggest reason why Balmers Hostel is so popular is the ease of access to a number of fantastic hikes just on the door step or a short train journey to get…

Visiting Interlaken Like many travelers, you might travel to Interlaken for only a couple of days while doing a big Europe tour. And of course, you want to make the most of your stay in each place. Three days are not much, but you can also do a lot if you are well organized and prepared, so…

Where to go swimming in Interlaken When visiting Interlaken during the Summertime, it can be really hot. What is better to refresh you up than jumping into the crystal clear water of Interlaken lakes or swimming in a beautiful pool with the view over the Swiss Alps. Our best swimming places in Interlaken We have…

Saving money & visiting Interlaken Cheap Interlaken experience Switzerland is known to be one of the most expensive countries in the world, but don’t worry, we have some tips and tricks that will help you enjoy your time in Interlaken on a budget. Here is our inside, local recommendations to save money during your holiday…

We can’t wait for you to be able to travel to Switzerland again! Switzerland is renowned for its natural beauty, so definitely plan on spending most of your time outdoors when you visit. We recommend visiting Interlaken, one of the adventure capitals of the world, and doing a day trip to the capital, Bern! Bern…

Traditional Swiss food Tasting and discovering local food is part of the pleasure of visiting a new place. And Switzerland is known to be a country with delicious culinary traditions so don’t hesitate and make you trip to Switzerland complete by tasting these amazing Swiss meals. At home or on the menu of any Swiss…

Getaway from the city stress and discover a new healthy destination: Interlaken Take a break from your everyday life and explore Interlaken for a wellness weekend in the unique scenery of the Jungfrau region. Picture by My Swiss Alps 1. Dive into Nature in Interlaken Interlaken is a beautiful wellness city in between two turquoise water lakes, surrounded by majestic mountains.…

Discover Lauterbrunnen Lauterbrunnen is a really beautiful municipality in the Swiss alps with a picturesque valley and a stunning Swiss-style village just next to Interlaken. It is often referred to as The Valley Of 72 Waterfalls. Lauterbrunnen is set in a valley surrounded by rocky cliffs and is home to the roaring, 300m high Staubbach…

Discover Interlaken for free Yes, we know Switzerland is kind of expensive. However, at Balmers, we thought about you and found five great activities to enjoy in Interlaken for free. 1. Free Hike & free view Have you seen that big bridge walking in the emptiness from the top of the mountain over from Balmers? Well, that…

The best low budget restaurants in Interlaken Eating is essential, especially when you’ve planned on doing all of those adrenaline activities during your stay. Here is our most yummy places to eat in Interlaken that your wallet will like too. #1 : Balmers Biergarden – grill & chill Open during our summer months,  Balmers Backyard is the…

What is the best way to get from Zürich Airport to Interlaken and Grindelwald? You have decided to visit the beautiful country of Switzerland and are looking for the cheapest and fastest way to get from the airport to your destination city? To get to Interlaken or Grindelwald from Zürich Airport, the usual way is…

Switzerland, THE country of trains The best option to travel in Switzerland is probably by train. Traveling by car can also be done but the train offers you the pleasure to admire incredible landscapes without the stress of keeping your eyes on the road. Traveling by train in Switzerland is very pleasant. On the one…

The most Instagrammable places around Interlaken Interlaken is renowned for its sumptuous landscape, its charming Swiss chalet architecture, and its incredible views over the Alps. The city between the lakes has many photographic spots that promise you to leave with pictures, each more magical than the other! If you want to spice up your Instagram…

More and more women are traveling by themselves and it is really great. Traveling alone can make you more autonomous and emancipated, but the most important it allows you to find yourself. It is also a chance to put some order in your life and to review your priorities. Any wise traveler must experience this experience…

Visiting Interlaken as a vegetarian/vegan Interlaken is a wonderful Swiss city and is well known for its traditional swiss cuisine but with the plant-based revolution, you can now find all you need as a vegetarian as well as for a vegan. So yes, for all y’all hungry herbivores wondering… Interlaken has got it going on…