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Interlaken Switzerland

INTRODUCTION

The region of Interlaken, between the two lakes Thunersee and Brienzersee, at the foot of the 3 famous mountains Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, has been a holiday destination for people all around the world for decades.

Interlaken is a small but well-known tourist destination near the centre of Switzerland, close to the Alps. Numerous hiking trails are available for travelers which lead to hidden picturesque views of the Alps. The Aare River also flows through the town.

A train to the highest point in Europe, Jungfraujoch, takes visitors on a high altitude journey. Once at Jungfrau, people can go out on the Alps and partake in supervised activities such as sledding (down a small hill, not the mountain), play in the snow, or even dine in their restaurant. It also offers an ice display, showing sculptures such as penguins made purely of ice. It is a unique experience and it will take approximately half a day, if not more. If you do take the journey to Jungfraujoch, remember to dress warmly.

Interlaken has everything to offer, especially for adventurers. Bungee jumping, kayaking, paragliding, river rafting, sky diving to alpine climbing--Interlaken has it all.

For a more cultural experience, try the Interlaken Lake and Castles Cruise and let yourself be transported back into the past.

EVENTS

Greenfield Festival: If you find yourself in Interlaken over the summer, check out the Greenfield Festival. A favorite among the locals is the 3 day Openair Festival in Interlaken, featuring international and Swiss bands of every music genre.