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Lake , Essential Facts • Incredible scenery

• Sits amongst the distinctive peaks of the

• Close to the popular ski destinations of Wengen, Murren and

• Close to the famous

• Lively towns

• Traditional Swiss architecture

• Popular dual season destination

• 45 minutes from airport, 2 hrs 30 minutes from Geneva airport Resort Information Getting There The 14km turquoise sits amongst the Lake Brienz is located just 45 minutes from Bern Bernese Oberland mountains and makes the perfect airport and 90 minutes from Zurich airport, making place to enjoy the Swiss whatever the season. access easy. Geneva is also only 2 hours 20 minutes Lake Brienz caters for everyone, with a range of away. activities for those looking for an adrenaline rush, Flights from the UK run from London City directly to and some of the most spectacular scenery in the Alps Bern with Flyskywork. It is also possible to travel on on your doorstep, complete with a range of hikes and the efficient Swiss railway network to or bike routes. you could always hire a car. Lakes Brienz and Thule are the most distinct in Switzerland after the famous , and there are a number of well known towns along the shore. From Interlaken, sitting between Lake Brienz itself and Lake , to home of the Meringue, there is no question that this is one of the most spectacular settings in the Alps.

The traditional that crosses Lake Brienz was built in 1914, and links all the small settlements dotted around the lake to the larger Interlaken-. Along with the cog railways and the beautiful turn of the century architecture that can be found in the lakeside area, Lake Brienz has a distinctly otherworldly charm to it Interlaken Meiringen Interlaken is a historic small city nestled between The home of meringue, and the setting for the Lake Brienz and in the . infamous standoff between and It is a famous international summer destination, Professor Moriarty at the Reichenbach Falls, Meiringen surrounded by mountains with spectacular views of is a popular year round destination. the , Monch and . Meiringen itself is a pretty Swiss town. Having been With a number of ornate traditional buildings, conveniently placed for the old Alpine roads, it was Interlaken has a traditional Swiss feel. The city hosts established in the 13th century and was a bustling many cultural and music festivals throughout the year, market town. The spectacular gorges and mountain while there is a selection of excellent bars, restaurants scenery make this an incredibly attractive place to and activities for all the family. own a chalet. Winter Lake Brienz is within easy reach of the Jungfrau area, which covers the resorts of Wengen, Grindelwald, and Mürren with are home to a total of 213km of pistes up to 2,970m.

Grindelwald sits in a stunning position just 20 minutes’ drive from Lake Brienz, and offers long, rolling intermediate runs as well as a wealth of off-piste and heli-. Accessed only by a charming cog railway, Wengen is a sunny traffic-free resort with some fabulous walks and plenty of mountain restaurants.

Mürren has high altitude skiing up to 2,970m on the famous Schilthorn, and hosts the Inferno Race comprised of cross-country, giant slalom and downhill. The Inferno is the longest amateur ski race in the world.

Nearby Meiringen has 60km of uncrowded slopes, and it’s can be a pleasant alternative to the better known ski areas nearby. The slopes are largely wide open red runs, with a few challenging pistes, a good selection of beginner slopes and some expert terrain. Summer Lake Brienz is intensely popular with water sports enthusiasts and swimmers over the summer. Visitors can explore the lake shores by bike, or descend the Lütschine river at speed on a white water rafting trip. More adventurous types can also get a fantastic bird’s eye view by paragliding. Interlaken also hosts a scenic 18-hole golf course which is suited to both serious and recreational golfers.

The spectacular Valley is just 20 minutes away, as is Grindelwald, one of Switzerland’s most scenic resorts. Thanks to the efficient Swiss rail system, it is easy to explore the surrounding area without a car, giving visitors to Interlaken good access to the hiking and mountain biking. Those looking for a challenge could also climb up the Eiger, Monch or Jungfrau, like many keen mountaineers each year.

The biggest summer draw to Meiringen is the Sherlock Holmes museum, and the infamous Reichenbach Falls. The scenery in this resort is spectacular, with four distinctive gorges and a suspension bridge as well as the falls themselves. Viewing Company Profile We have an intimate knowledge of all our resorts Investors in Property specialise in the sale of ski and whether you are travelling alone, with a partner, chalets and apartments in Switzerland, Austria, or bringing the whole family we can suggest the France & Italy. We have over 20 years experience and perfect place to stay. Simply let us know which dates an unrivalled knowledge of well established and up you have in mind and we will arrange for one of our and coming ski resorts. We will provide expert advice representatives to meet you and show you around. and professional guidance through every step of your All you need to do is to book your flight and organise purchase. If you have any questions or need general a hire car; we can help organise everything else for advice please do not hesitate to contact us. you. Contact FAQs Simon Malster – Investors in Property For everything you need to know about buying a ski Tel: +44 (0)20 8905 5511 property in Switzerland, please take a look at the FAQs [email protected] on our website.

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