Scenic spot introduction:

Lake Thun (Thunersee) and Lake Brienzersee (Brienzersee) are embraced by the mountains of the Bernese Highlands, symmetrically distributed on both sides of Interlaken, one in the east and the other in the west. They are formed by the confluence of melted glaciers. The two lakes are connected, and the waters of the two lakes are one blue and one green, with completely different colors, earning them the reputation of "God's Eye".

Attractions distribution:

Lake Thun (Thunersee) is located in the east of Interlaken, Switzerland. It is formed by the melting of glaciers. In addition to the beautiful mountain scenery of the Alps, the lakeshore also has traditional Swiss farms featuring wooden houses, as well as scattered Thun City Fort, Spitz Ancient castles such as the Schloss Oberhofen and the Schloss Schloss Oberhofen have been famous summer resorts in the Alps since ancient times.

Scenic spot features:

Cruise ships, Alps, castles, ancient towns and villages, lakes
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Best time to visit:

Summer and Autumn

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Europe > Switzerland > Bern

How to get there:

The cruise ships of Lake Thun and Lake Brienzersee are located near Interlaken East/Interlaken West Station respectively: the cruise ship of Lake Brienz is a historic steam ship, and the whole journey takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes; the cruise ship of Lake Thun is longer, about 2 hours. On the cruise ships of these two lakes, you can enjoy the beautiful castle scenery on the lakeshore. Standing on the deck, the beautiful scenery around you is very pleasant.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Ticket prices for Lake Thun and Lake Brienz:

Swiss Pass holders can take a free boat trip on the lake.

Scenic area opening hours:

Lake Thun cruises are basically open all year round, and in winter they are subject to weather conditions. Lake Brienz cruises operate from April to October (with fewer trips in spring and autumn).

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