Sitting in a prime spot between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, Interlaken is the gateway to the Berner Oberland. This is the region of Switzerland that really looks the part, with waterfalls and peaky mountains stretching in every direction. If
Gstaad has a major reputation, which it generally lives up to - it’s full of flashy clothes, with amazing people watching on the slopes. We love the region because it also delivers on one of the best outdoor experiences in
The Lauterbrunnen Valley is one of the most beautiful places on earth - reportedly the inspiration for Tolkien’s Land of the Elves. Waterfalls and mountains galore. A must-do on any tour of Switzerland. Lauterbrunnen (town) itself is extremely touristy, however
A short drive Northeast from Gstaad you'll find the Simmental - an alpine valley that runs from Lenk to Boltigen, in a more or less south-north direction. **Lenk im Simmental is a very low key getaway. The town isn’t particularly fancy, but it’s calm and feels like
Extreme Swissy scenery, perfect for people that like to drive on winding roads with bucolic vistas. Driving south from Berne through Emmental to Brienz, you’ll pass through the scenic UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch and over the **Glaubenbielen Pass - a worthwhile
Bern, Switzerland’s capital city, is quiet and not overly touristy. Its historic centre is rather grand, always feels overcast and moody (even on a sunny day), and has a variety of dining and shopping options. The bear pit (the Bärengraben),