Our most recommended things to do in Brienz

Interlaken: Scenic Jetboat Ride on Lake Brienz

1. Interlaken: Scenic Jetboat Ride on Lake Brienz

Cruise across the turquoise waters of Lake Brienz on a jetboat adventure. Get high-quality, waterproof gear and life jackets to keep you dry and comfortable during the tour. Go from the Jet Port to Giessbach Falls, which plunges 500 meters into Lake Brienz, with 14 cascades along the way. Upon arrival at the jetboat base, receive a friendly greeting and brief introduction from the team. After everyone is dressed, follow the captain to the boat, get your seats assigned, and begin your lake adventure. As you cruise out of the harbor, listen to a safety talk from the captain before the speed, humor, and spins turn up. Enjoy a fun and informative tour of the lake and then return to the Jetport. After the tour, feel free to ask the team for information about the region or recommendations for local activities. Download your free photos approximately one hour after your trip.

Interlaken: Boat Day Pass on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz

2. Interlaken: Boat Day Pass on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz

Experience blue-green lakes, picturesque chalet villages and eternally white mountain summits. Marvel at the beauty of the landscape while relaxing on board a boat that glides over the emerald waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz.   Visit these two famous lakes with this customizable day trip. Simply choose your preferred date, then take a boat cruise to discover the lakes’ sights at your own pace. Depart from are Thun, Interlaken West, Interlaken East (Ost), or Brienz. Check out famous sights such as the St. Beatus Caves, the Giessbach Falls or the many castles around the lake, or simply sit back and soak in the views of the Bernese Oberland mountains.   How you spend your day is up to you. Make as you many trips along the routes around the lakes and fill your day with new memories.

Swiss Travel Pass: Unlimited Travel on Train, Bus & Boat

3. Swiss Travel Pass: Unlimited Travel on Train, Bus & Boat

The Swiss Travel Pass is a must-have for any traveler to Switzerland. You can enjoy unlimited access by public train, bus, and boat to over 90 cities and towns and benefit from free entrance to 500+ museums, discounted city tours, and access to private and scenic trains with a pre-requisite seat reservation. There are two broad types of Swiss Travel Pass: Continuous and Flexi, with an option to choose from 3, 4, 8, and 15 days. Apart from it being an ‘all-in-one’ pass which allows a traveler to access all modes of public transportation within the country, it also offers numerous other benefits on the mountain excursions. Trips up to Stoos, Brunni, Klewenalp, Stanserhorn and Rigi are included in the Pass. A 50% reduction is offered on most other mountain and cableways (Gornergrat, Titlis, etc). Enjoy free entrance to museums like the the FIFA World Football Museum in Zurich, the National History Museum of Bern, the Paul Klee Center in Bern, and the Natural history museum in Geneva. Explore with access to the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Château de Chillon, and the Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum. So be it the adventurous, the avid or the leisure traveler, you will have the chance to make the most of your Switzerland Travel Pass.

From Zurich: Crash Landing On You Locations in Interlaken

4. From Zurich: Crash Landing On You Locations in Interlaken

Visit some of the picturesque shooting locations of the famous K-drama - Crash Landing On You. Enjoy a full-day private tour that will showcase some of the most stunning places in Interlaken. Start your tour with a meet-and-greet in the lobby of your Zurich accommodation. In a comfortable vehicle, take an unforgettable drive into the heart of Switzerland - region Interlaken. Stop at the stunning cascade of the Giessbach waterfalls and the Grand Hotel Giessbach. See where Ri Jeong-hyeok was a student at the Swiss music school. Visit the cozy and quiet embankment of the stunning village of Iseltwald on the shores of Lake Brienz. Explore the pier where Hyun Bin reminisces about his time in Switzerland while playing the piano. Follow in the footsteps of Yoon Seri (Son Ye Jin) and Ri Jeong-hyeok (Hyun Bin) through all the scenic spots around Lake Brienz and the Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa in Interlaken. Enjoy views of the snow-white peak of the Jungfrau during lunch at one of Interlaken's varied restaurants. In the afternoon, climb up and cross the breathtaking panoramic Sigriswil Bridge. Travel 340-meters in length and to an altitude of 798-meters above sea level overlooking the beautiful Lake Thun. End your adventure at Lake Lungern in the beautiful village house where Seri and Ri Jeong-hyeok reunited in Switzerland.

From Geneva: Full-Day Trip to Interlaken

5. From Geneva: Full-Day Trip to Interlaken

Explore the heart of the Swiss Alps in the village of Interlaken. Experience breathtaking views of Lakes Thun and Brienz on either side and the surrounding peaks.   Departing from Geneva, go on a full-day trip and explore the heart of the famous Bernese Oberland. Arrive in Interlaken, overlooked by the famous trio of summits, Eiger, Mönch and Junfrau. Visit the harbor and see the blue lakes on both sides of the village. Experience the local culture and try local specialties, such as a Swiss fondue.   Roam through the charming streets and browse the shops and boutiques. Before leaving, walk down Bahnhofstrasse, famous for its luxurious watch shops. Stroll through the local gardens and see the outdoor clock built into the flowerbed at Casino Kursaal.   At the end of the afternoon, you will board the bus to go back to Geneva. Marvel again at the beauty of the area as you drive through Jungfrau region, back to your point of departure with an estimated arrival time of 8:30 PM depending on traffic.

Interlaken: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Boat Cruises Day Pass

6. Interlaken: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Boat Cruises Day Pass

Explore fabulous mountain scenery, a myriad of cozy villages, and the charming cities of Thun and Interlaken with this day pass for all scheduled cruises on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. Enjoy included public transportation on all train and bus lines in Libero Zone 750 (Interlaken) as well. Choose between second-class travel on the main deck of the boats or first-class travel on the upper deck for a better view of the striking scenery of the Bernese Oberland between Interlaken and Brienz. Enjoy the flexibility to visit the lakes in whichever order you choose. Either take a full cruise on each lake or hop on and off along the way to discover the local area further.

Ballenberg Museum Ticket

7. Ballenberg Museum Ticket

The Ballenberg Open Air Museum in the Bernese Oberland offers a distinctive opportunity to experience and understand the Swiss lifestyle, often harking back to bygone eras. Across its sprawling 66-hectare landscape, visitors can explore various Swiss buildings, gaining insight into rural life, interact with native farm animals, and even visit a petting zoo. The museum grounds boast a variety of dining options, from eateries offering local dishes to picnic spots for enjoying your own food or freshly baked bread from the museum's wood-fired oven. Given Ballenberg's vastness, it's advised to allocate an entire day for your visit.

From Zurich: 6-Day Tour of Switzerland with Accommodation

8. From Zurich: 6-Day Tour of Switzerland with Accommodation

Day 1: Arrival at Zurich Airport. Your local driver will greet you at the arrival hall of Zurich Airport, lead you to your comfortable seat in a business-type car or a minivan, and enjoy a smooth ride to the hotel. After having some rest and leisure time, you may consider enjoying one of the many things to do in Zurich supplied to you through a guided brochure. Day 2: Zurich - Lucerne - Interlaken. Explore Zurich city during a 2-hour walking tour while listening to historical facts and admiring the main sights of the Old Town, Grossmunster church, Bahnhofstrasse, Paradeplatz, Fraumuenster church, and the Limmatquai. Explore the beauty of Lucerne reflected through the Chapel Bridge, the Old Town, Lion Monument, Jesuit Church, among other beautiful jewels like the Fresco-painted buildings. Overnight at Interlaken. Day 3: Interlaken - Bern - Gruyères - Interlaken. Ride to Bern city, where the guide will be waiting for you with a 2-hour walking tour, will the main sights as the Holy Ghost Church, a stroll through Spitalgasse street and Barenplatz, and witness the Government Palace and the central masterpiece of Bern - the Clock Tower. Gruyeres - a medieval and picturesque town. The homeland for Swiss cheese and chocolate welcomes you during visits to La Maison du Gruyère & Maison Cailler. Admire the charming town of Gruyères while strolling and visiting its castle, dating back to the 13th century. Day 4: Interlaken - Grindelwald - Lauterbrunnen - Interlaken Following your breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Grindelwald. Grindelwald is among the famous Swiss ski destinations, a charming town at the foot of the Eiger and Wetterhorn mountains. Stroll in this beautiful village while inhaling its fresh air in a very relaxing atmosphere. Get your shuttle to reach Lauterbrunnen - a small Swiss village with the finest scenery one can expect to see. The town offers mountain peaks with 72 breathtaking waterfalls and fresh Alpine meadows. After Lauterbrunnen's exploration, you will get the shuttle back for half an hour to return to your hotel in Interlaken and rest for the next adventurous day. Day 5: Interlaken - Zurich Topping the list is the funicular to the top of Interlaken - Harder Kulm, which transfers you in 8-10 minutes to a quiet Alpine landscape( optional). It is a perspective at 1,321 meters in the Berner Oberland region of Switzerland. In addition, you may consider taking a paddleboat on Lake Thun or Brienz (optional). Another nostalgic funicular experience available in the spring and summer seasons is the Heimwehfluh Interlaken which transfers you to the romantic lookout tower while enjoying the exclusive views of Interlaken, Thun, and Brienz lakes as well as the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks (optional) Day 6: Zurich - Zurich Airport At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to catch your return flight.

Zurich: Private Panoramic Alpine Tour

9. Zurich: Private Panoramic Alpine Tour

Begin your exciting journey by being greeted by your English-speaking driver-guide at the lobby of your hotel in Zurich. From there, sit back and relax in your modern vehicle whilst taking advantage of the WiFi on the board. You soon reach Interlaken – a famous tourist destination boastfully settled city in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Widely known for its beautiful critical location, this town lies between the two lakes of Thun and Brienz. For this reason, it is an ideal base for exploring the beautiful mountains all around the central region of Switzerland. After spending some leisure time in the town of Interlaken, your adventure starts as you use your combined tickets for Brienzer Rothorn. Departing from Interlaken Ost, travel by boat to admire the pearls of Lake Brienz in the east side of Interlaken. As you travel, look deeply into the surrounding beauties of the authentic Swiss Alps. Your next extremely thrilling trip will be operated by Switzerland's oldest steam train to reach Mount Brienzer Rothorn. It will take an hour until you reach the top of Brienzer Rothorn, at an altitude of 2,350 meters.    The descending journey presents a different style of charm, and as you arrive back to Brienz, you are greeted once more by your driver-guide. From there, your tour concludes with you making the smooth journey back to your initial meeting point.

Interlaken: Highlights Tour with a Local by Private Car

10. Interlaken: Highlights Tour with a Local by Private Car

Your expert local tour guide & driver (MSc Geography) will show you the best parts of the Bernese Oberland (region of Interlaken), including hidden secrets you can’t find easily on your own. On this road trip by private car, you will be able to see a lot of sightseeing points within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sightseeing points your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the region and the country Switzerland in general. The focus of this tour is to see the area like a local. However, this private tour can be customised according to your wishes. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. STANDARD sightseeing places we can visit during the tour are: - Interlaken town - Harder Kulm * - Grindelwald village - Lauterbrunnen village - Wengen / Kleine Scheidegg / Jungfraujoch * - Trümmelbach Waterfalls - Gimmelwald * / Mürren * / Schilthorn * - Lake Thun / Lake Brienz - Lake Lungern Some examples of HIDDEN SECRETS we will visit (how many we are able to cover depends on the length of the tour you are booking): - Schynige Platte * - Staubbach Falls - Iseltwald (filming location of "Crash landing on you") - Giessbach Waterfalls & Grandhotel Giessbach - Axalp - Brienzer Rothorn * - Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum - Meiringen - Reichenbach Falls - Aareschlucht (gorge of Aare river) - Susten pass road - Trift Bridge & Trift Glacier * - Grimsel pass road - Handeggfall Bridge - Gelmersee Lake - St. Beatus Caves - Spiez / Spiez castle - old town of Thun / Thun castle - Kandersteg (Lake Oeschinen * / Blue Lake) Sightseeing points marked with an asterisk * are not accessible by car but only by train or cablecar (tickets are not included).

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The best investment to get to know Switzerland. The 4-day pass is valid from 00:00 on the first day and ends at 05:00 on the fifth day. So it gives a good margin. You don't have to activate anything, just show the pass to the conductor or at the museum ticket office.

This is a must when traveling to Switzerland. Easy to use. Bought it last October so I got the 30% off. The ticket with QR code (SBB) will be sent to your email after few minutes once paid.

We made use of the Swiss Travel Pass. It was amazing. The ticket arrived right and fast. And great value. I recommend

Worth a 2-week journey as we used the trains a lot. Also it works as a museum pass as well.

It was a comfortable journey from Paris to Zurich.