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MomentsMoments 20102011 THE FOUR DESTINATIONS

Adelboden- 4–7

Kander Valley 8–11

2 Lenk- Valley 12–15

Lake 16–19

“Moments” evolved from the project “Partner Moments Bernese Oberland”. The four destinations wish to thank all those involved for their commitment to this excellent and important publication.

Publisher: Marketing Cooperation Bernese Oberland with the destinations -Frutigen, Valley, Lenk-Simme Valley and . [email protected], www.berneroberland.travel Project leader: Beat Anneler Coordination: Monika Hallberg Production: Weber AG Publishing, CH-3645 Gwatt, www.weberag.ch ISSN: 1664-1183 Circulation: 60,000 German/20,000 English Photos: Marketing Cooperation Bernese Oberland, Markus Gyger, Weber AG and others provided. Printing: Swissprinters AG, Zofingen Translation: www.sprach-forum.ch Overview map 20

Excursions 22–39

Events/Sport 40–43

3 Gastronomy/Wellness 44–54

Culture 56–62

Your holiday destination in the internet: www.berneroberland.travel 4

Adelboden Frutigen Tourism Dorfstrasse 23 Dorfstrasse 18 CH-3715 Adelboden CH-3714 Frutigen Tel. +41 (0)33 673 80 80 Tel. +41 (0)33 671 14 21 Fax +41 (0)33 673 80 92 Fax +41 (0)33 671 54 21 [email protected] [email protected] www.adelboden.ch www.frutigen-tourismus.ch ALPINEWELLNESS Ski and Alpine Wellness in Adelboden-Frutigen

The village atmosphere is what distinguishes this family-friendly resort amidst the Bernese . In winter this idyllic village of chalets and its wonderful walking area are transformed into a paradise for winter sport. With its extensive mountain transport network, its ever increasing wellness facilities, and its commitment to family-friendly holidays, this village at the foot of the can be counted amongst the Bernese Oberland’s varied holiday destinations, in summer and in winter.

In Adelboden you are spoilt for choice as far as accommodation is concerned. Whether you prefer to sleep in a hayloft or the uniqueness of a design hotel, a four star superior hotel with great spa facilities or a campsite, Adelboden has it all.

Alpine wellness – a unique way to feel great! This is a place full of energy and sporting challenges but in harmony with nature. Alpine wellness is the centre of focus in Adelboden. In this wonderful natural scenery and genuine mountain world, you will find enjoyment and relaxation.

In summer there is a huge range of activities: a gentle walk along the alpine “Senses Path”, an insight into the secrets of cheese production with one of the local alpine herdsmen, a demanding hike up on the Wildstrubel, a tour of discovery of the nearby beauty spots on a FLYER electric bike or a speedy descent from the mountain on a trotti bike. If it is an adrenalin kick you are looking for try the bridge jump in the Adventure Park Rehärti. There’s no shortage of fun and variety in Adelboden! 5 Winter for Every Taste

Explore the 210 km of pistes in the Adelboden-Lenk ski area or enjoy a fondue in the unique atmosphere of the large igloo on the Engstligenalp – arriving on foot, on dog sledges or on skis. The numerous and excellently-maintained mountain restaurants, traditional ski huts or trendy snow bars offer plenty of charm and hospitality. Treat yourself to a break and enjoy magical moments on a sunny terrace with a panoramic view. If the weather isn’t kind to you, there are numerous indoor attractions in and around Adelboden. These include the Rex cinema and the Frutigen Tropic House. Additionally, the Heimatsmuseum (local heritage museum), the library and children’s recreation centre or the swimming pool in Frutigen are also worth a visit. The Adelboden Alpine school is made up of qualified mountain guides and their various tours and courses provide unparalleled outdoor adventures in the winter. As well as guided skiing and snowboarding tours, snow-shoe walks and overnight stays in igloos, winter attractions also include ice climbing, avalanche training and off-piste courses. The Swiss Ski and Snowboard School in Adelboden offers a wide selection of courses for children, teenagers and adults. In both summer and winter, “Incentive Adelboden” offers an ex- citing programme for groups and companies, tailored to their particular needs.

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Tip The Sports and Leisure Arena Adelboden opened its doors on the 19th December 2010 and the ice sports hall in the middle of February 2011. Adelboden’s Arena is a new meeting place for adults and kids alike, for sports fans, the health conscious, for daredevils and those taking it a little easier! The sports arena is ideally situated at the entrance to the village and features a huge range of facilities at all times of the year: an ice sports hall for ice skating, ice hockey and ice stick shooting, a curling hall, a climb ing hall, a bowling hall, bar, restaurant and meeting rooms. 7

Adelboden Tourism Frutigen Tourism Dorfstrasse 23 Dorfstrasse 18 CH-3715 Adelboden CH-3714 Frutigen Tel. +41 (0)33 673 80 80 Tel. +41 (0)33 671 14 21 Fax +41 (0)33 673 80 92 Fax +41 (0)33 671 54 21 [email protected] [email protected] www.adelboden.ch www.frutigen-tourismus.ch ALPINEWELLNESS 8

Kandertal Tourism Bahnhofstrasse CH-3718 Tel. +41 (0)848 00 48 00 [email protected] www.kandertal.travel The Kander Valley – Home of the Mountains

In the Kander Valley you can experience the high right up close. The snow-crowned peaks surround the valley and offer tempting activities, some of them relaxing, others a little more thrilling! In summer, you have the choice of mountain hikes, that come in varying degrees of difficulty, adventures on the via ferrata, or a try at mountain climbing. Waiting for you in the Kander Valley are not only the magnificent mountain peaks but also wild romantic natural scenery, the mountain lakes of the Unesco World Heritage Site, historic mountain passes, themed trails for the whole family, the steepest postbus route in the world and lots more. The Kander Valley is easily accessible with public or private transport; however, the valley has kept its typical Bernese Oberland character intact – in keeping with alpine culture. 9

Tip In Kandersteg’s Rope Park in the forest you get from one platform to the next by means of rope bridges, vines, nets, bridges and small cable cars. The park has four routes of varying degrees of difficulty – it is up to you to decide how thrilling it should be! A Magical Mountain World in Kandersteg

In winter, the Kander Valley has all the fun in the snow; here you will find an extensive network of winter walking trails and snowshoe trails as well as the third largest cross-country ski area in . Up to 60 km of classic and skating trails including the high trail at Sunnbüel are open daily. Toboggan runs and family-friendly ski areas in Kandersteg and the Kien Valley complete the picture.

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Tip 6 km of illuminated cross-country ski trails allow you to ski until late in the evening (5.30 – 9pm). Ask for our special cross-country ski map for further information. 11

Kandertal Tourism Bahnhofstrasse CH-3718 Kandersteg Tel. +41 (0)848 00 48 00 [email protected] www.kandertal.travel 12

Lenk- Tourism Rawilstrasse 3 CH-3775 Lenk Tel. +41 (0)33 736 35 35 Fax +41 (0)33 733 20 27 [email protected] ® www.lenk-simmental.ch Alpine Culture in the Lenk-Simme Valley

The Simme Valley is the home of the world famous Simmentaler spotted cow. Alpine culture, traditions, and customs are purposely cultivated here. The traditional Procession of Cows in St.Stephan and the Farmer’s Market in always attract many visitors. Among the other highlights are the Lenk Culture Days in October, including a large Alpine Festival, a “Hornuss” tournament (an indigenous Swiss sport), and workshops which give visitors an insight into yodelling, alphorn playing, cheese-making etc.

In summer, the Simme Valley is a valley of water and a walkers’ paradise. The source of the Simme River and the Iffig Waterfall are well-known beauty spots. Over 600 km of signposted walking trails lead from the valley bottom high up into the mountains near to the glaciers. Interesting adventure and themed walk - ing trails turn walking into a playful experience – and not just for children. You can also reach the most beautiful spots of our holiday destination on the numerous bike routes.

Lenk offers various attractions for families, such as children’s entertainment programmes, a marmot and lynx trail in summer as well as the Stoss children’s world in winter. In autumn 2011, a new adventure, play and meeting venue is due to open by the Lenkerseeli Lake. An alp will be reproduced, covering an area of 8000 m2. Here visitors will be encouraged to actively discover its numerous play features, which are creat - ed from natural materials. In this way, children and adults who are young-at-heart will gain an under- standing of traditional and modern ways of life in Alpine and mountain farming. In addition, the Simme valley offers many attractions that focus on Alpine culture, such as sleeping on the mountain, working on the farm, visits to Alpine establishments and Alpine cheese dairies or Alpine wellness. 13 Winter Sports Arena and Cultural Highlights

Together Lenk and Adelboden form the “Adelboden-Lenk ...dänk!” winter sports arena. The area comprises 72 lifts and 210 km of pistes. Beginners love the wide runs while bolder skiers can take advantage of chal- lenging descents. Families appreciate the manageable ski area with the Stoss children’s world and the ski schools on the Betelberg. In addition, the snowboard and boarder-cross parks; toboggan runs, cross- country trails, and marked snowshoe routes through unspoilt natural surroundings offer variety for all winter sports lovers. Countless restaurants, cosy mountain huts and snow bars invite guests to linger and enjoy themselves. The travelling stage for culture and events, DAS ZELT, is particularly enjoyable and in the winter there are also performances in Lenk. Well-known artists from all over Switzerland present top-class comedy inter- ludes, shows and concerts. In the summer, strains of jazz and classical music fill the air in the Simme valley; international greats play at the Lenk Jazz Days in a relaxed open-air atmosphere and music teachers and students from all over the world demonstrate their talent in concerts during the International Summer Music Academy.

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Tip The Simme Valley’s agricultural roots have always characterised the valley. A visit to a farming family allows an interesting glimpse into this world and everyday life on a farm – and is popular with guests of all ages. Several farms in the Simme Valley offer guided visits. For more information: www.alpkultur.ch 15

Lenk-Simmental Tourism Rawilstrasse 3 CH-3775 Lenk Tel. +41 (0)33 736 35 35 Fax +41 (0)33 733 20 27 [email protected] ® www.lenk-simmental.ch 16

Thunersee Tourism Railway Station CH-3600 Thun Tel. +41 (0)842 842 111 Fax +41 (0)33 251 00 88 [email protected] www.thunersee.ch Lake Thun

This exciting holiday region offers a unique range of activities and events.

The Museum Pass is at your disposal for visits to the many and museums around Lake Thun. On Europe’s most beautiful lake stage, the Musical “Gotthelf” will be performed for the first time. In Thun, many events have been organised to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the death of Heinrich Kleist, who wrote the work “Den zerbrochenen Krug” here. From 16th –19th June the Bollywood-Festival will take place followed by the International Barrel Organ Festival on 16th –17th July.

Our partners, , , , as well as the Ships Company on Lake Thun have come up with a number of attractive special offers and ideas for excursions.

For team and group activities such as Tipi Magic with drinks, a Native Indian meal and overnight stay, or a snow play, bridge-building or abseiling, just contact Falkevent who will organise the perfect event for you. The mountain specialists at the Alpine School Bergfalke can arrange freeride-ski and snowboard tours, ice climbing, snow-shoe adventures, climbing, glacier trekking and via ferratas, all in the local area.

In the holiday villages around Lake Thun, guests can enjoy all sorts of performances such as open-air plays, classical and folklore concerts, themed guided tours, and sports events. For sports fans, there are plenty of ways to pass the time: sailing, diving, swimming, wind surfing, tennis, minigolf or discovering the region by the many marked hiking, cycling and mountain biking routes. The less energetic can hire an electric bike for a less strenuous trip. 17 Culture and Nature on Lake Thun

The Lake Thun region offers a combination of city charm and natural wonders. In the morning you can stroll around the picturesque old town of Thun and, in the afternoon, immerse yourself in the magical mountain world. Lovely hills but also steep peaks surround Lake Thun. The area is ideal for hiking and cycling. Those who like to take it a bit easier can just take the cable car or funicular to the summit and enjoy the wonder- ful views from there. The glistening surface of the lake will tempt you to take to the water. Here sports fans will certainly get their money’s worth, as will day trippers enjoying a relaxing trip on a ship. Cultural events in Thun regularly attract visitors from near and far. On one of Europe’s most beautiful lake stages, exhilarat - ing musicals are performed each summer. However, the Lake Thun region also includes pretty villages along the lake and in the hills, characterised by traditional wooden houses that are typical of the character of the whole Bernese Oberland region.

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Tip Nature, tradition and the modern age live harmoniously together in Thun. The largest city in the Bernese Oberland has attractions for every kind of weather: perhaps a visit to Hill, the fairytale castle of Schadau, the wonderful parks along the shores of the lake or the historic Thun Panorama – and, of course, the incomparable natural surroundings of Lake Thun and the Alps. 19

Thunersee Tourism Railway Station CH-3600 Thun Tel. +41 (0)842 842 111 Fax +41 (0)33 251 00 88 [email protected] www.thunersee.ch Special Moments: www.bernerob

Wetterhorn Mönch 3701 m 4078 m 4274 m 3970 m 4099 m 4158 m

Jungfraujoch 3454 m

Lauberhorn 2472 m Kleine Scheidegg

Männlichen 2343 m Stechelberg 24 13 Faulhorn Grindelwald Wengen 2681 m 26 Axalphorn 2308 m Lauterbrunnen

Schynige Platte Meiringen 2100 m 20 22 Axalp Zweilütschinen

18 Ballenberg Giessbachfälle Kienholz 58 Heimwehfluh Schwanden Giessbach Bönigen 29 2350 m 54 Matten 28 Rothorn Brienzersee 14 Golf 21 Kulm 12 15 18h 76 Goldswil 57 75 Ringgenberg Harder Kulm Ebligen Niederried Oberried Augstmatthorn 1362 m Tannhorn 2221 m

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Hohgant 2197 m

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Inner- Kemmeriboden Bad Schrattenfluh

Bumbach

Schangnau Schallenberg

Excursions 22 Events/Sport 40

1 BLS Ships Lake Thun and 24 17 The Tropic House Frutigen 36 31 Lake Thun Plays, Thun 41 2 Lake Thun--Niederhorn 25 18 Openair Museum Ballenberg, Brienz 36 32 Falkevent, Thun 42

Mountain Transport 19 Nature Reserve Lake Thun-Hohgant 37 33 Alpine School Bergfalke, Thun 42

3 Stockhorn Cable Car PLC, Erlenbach 26 20 Gorge, Meiringen 37 34 Teddy Bear Festival 43 4 Niesen Funicular PLC, Mülenen 27 21 Ballenberg Steam Train, Brienz 37 35 International Barrel Organ Festival, Thun 43 5 St. Beatus Caves, Sundlauenen 29 22 Mountain Transport Meiringen Hasliberg 37 36 Thun Tourism 43 6 Foxtrail, Thun 29 23 Mountain Transport Elsigenalp 38 7 Diemtig Valley in summer (The Grimmimutz Path) 30 24 Schilthorn Cable Car 38 8 Diemtig Valley in winter 30 25 Heliswiss Switzerland, Belp 38 9 Marketing PLC 31 26 Grindelwald-Pfingstegg Cable Car 38 10 Observatory and Planetarium SIRIUS, Schwanden 32 27 -Hünibach-Oberhofen Tourism 39 11 Schwanden-Tschingel-Ringoldswil Tourism 32 28 Outdoor Interlaken 39 12 Brienz Rothorn Mountain Railway 33 29 Heimwehfluh, Interlaken 39 13 Grindelwald – Männlichen Cable Car 33 30 Mountainflyers Helicopter, Belp 39 14 JungfrauPark Interlaken 34 15 Brienz Tourism 34 16 Kandersteg 35 erland.travel

Breithorn Blümlisalp Doldenhorn Balmhorn Altels Wildstrubel 3782 m 3664 m 3643 m 3709 m 3629 m 3243 m 3248 m

Schilthorn 2970 m

Mürren 16 Kandersteg Adelboden 56 23 37 Lenk

Morgenberghorn Frutigen St. Stephan 2249 m 17 Kiental 7 Niesen 2362 m 8 60 km v. Thun Suldtal Reichenbach l ta tig 77 m ie 4 D 41 Mülenen 78 Stockhorn Aeschiried Erlenbach 3 Boltigen 38 Aeschi 2190 m Därligen 71 Hondrich Jaunpass 79 Faulensee Segelschule 53 9 Spiez 44 5 St. Beatus-Höhlen 52 Neuhaus Sundlauenen Schloss Spiez68 73 Spiezberg Beatenberg Gemmenalphorn Niederhorn Segelschule Einigen 19 1950 m 2 Beatenbucht 80 Sigriswiler Rothorn 2050 m Thunersee Oberbergli 49 Justistal 46 Gwatt 21 Merligen 51 Gunten Schloss Oberhofen 31 47 Längenschachen Segelschule Amsoldingersee 45 Aeschlen 62 72 66 Schloss Schadau48 Sigriswil Oberhofen 27 Thun Panorama 40 60 64 63 34 Tschingel Hilterfingen 43 Schloss Hünegg 65 1 70 11 Ringoldswil Hünibach 39 32 33 Golf 36 Uebeschisee 42 50 Schloss Thun67 35 6 Thun 9h 10 Sternwarte Goldiwil Schwanden 55 69 Planetarium Blueme Äusser-Eriz Homberg Buchen

Wattenwil S Riggisberg 61 Schwarzenegg 18 km von Thun Heimberg Süderen O W

N Heimenschwand 74 Kiesen 10 km v. Thun Belp 25 30 20 km v. Thun

Gastronomy and Wellness 44 Map © Weber AG Publishing Thun/Gwatt

37 Lenkerhof alpine resort, Lenk 46 54 Backpackers Villa, Interlaken 53 68 59 38 Hotel- and Gastronomy Association, Aeschi 47 55 Hotel Blümlisalp Goldiwil 53 69 Military Museum, Thun 60 39 Hotel Krone Thun 48 56 Hotel Victoria Ritter, Kandersteg 53 70 Granaries Path Heiligenschwendi 60 40 Parkhotel Oberhofen 48 57 Hotel Lindenhof, Brienz 53 71 KP Heinrich/Hondrich Fortification Association 60 41 Restaurant Panorama, Aeschiried 49 58 Grandhotel Giessbach, Brienz 54 72 Museum for Timekeepers 60 42 Krindenhof, Ringgoldswil 49 59 Hotel Landgasthof Kemmeriboden-Bad 54 and Mechanical Musical Instruments, Oberhofen 43 Vinothek Thun 49 73 Heritage and Wine-Making Museum Spiez 61 44 Hotel Eden, Spiez 50 74 Milk Museum, Kiesen 61 Culture 56 45 SolbadHotel, Sigriswil 50 75 Tourism Museum, Interlaken and Unterseen 61 46 Wellness & Spa-Hotel Beatus Merligen 51 60 Art Museum Thun 57 76 Tin Figures Exhibition, Interlaken 61 47 Hotel Restaurant Holiday, Thun 51 61 Abegg-Foundation, Riggisberg 57 77 The Castles Path, Zweisimmen 62 48 Hotel Seepark, Thun 51 62 Art Collection Hans and Marlis Suter, Oberhofen 58 78 Museum Agensteinhaus, Erlenbach 62 49 Gwatt Centre on Lake Thun 51 63 Thun-Panorama Schadaupark 58 79 Artillery Fortification, Faulensee 62 50 Hotel Restaurant Alpenblick, Heiligenschwendi 52 64 Swiss Gastronomy Museum, Thun 58 80 Infantry Bunker Foundation Fischbalmen, 62 51 Parkhotel Gunten 52 65 Hünegg Castle, Hilterfingen 59 Beatenbucht 52 Hotel Restaurant Seegarten Marina, Spiez 52 66 59 53 Training Centre for the Meat Industry, Spiez 52 67 59 22 Excursions

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The Bernese Oberland – a paradise for inquisitive and farsighted people, for mountaineering fanatics and for water babies! Whether on foot, on the lake, hovering over the unique countryside in a gondola, or climbing steeply in a funicular, the excursions and hikes in this most remarkable scenery are un- forgettable – and the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau are only a stone’s throw away. Cast Off, Come to Life

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Whatever the season, the Bernese Oberland Ships have wonderful ideas for some unforgettable moments on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. Along with culi- nary and musical highlights on the waves, guests can take advantage of the very popular “Blue Monday” special offer: for a special price of CHF 29.00 (2nd class) or CHF 39.00 (1st class) passengers can spend the whole day travelling wherever they wish on both Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. Furthermore, children up to the age of 16 travel free on Saturdays. BLS AG Ships P. O. Box, CH-3601 Thun Tel. +41 (0)58 327 48 11 [email protected] www.bls.ch/schiff Magnificent Views

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Nowhere is the scenery above Lake Thun, with the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, more enjoyable. The 120 km of mountain trails and walking paths will take you to untouched mountain valleys and over meadows of alpine flowers. The activities that can be enjoyed here on the Niederhorn – orienteering, trotti biking, and wild game watching for example – are suitable for children and ensure a fun-filled, relaxing day out for the whole family. Our team in the newly renovated rooms of the Restaurant Berghaus with its beautiful terrace are Lake Thun-Beatenberg-Niederhorn Railways wait ing to treat you to some fine food. Beatenberg-Niederhorn – wonderful CH-3803 Beatenberg experiences and lovely memories. Tel. +41 (0)33 841 08 41 [email protected] www.niederhorn.ch Stockhorn – Mountains and Lakes

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Experience the unique peace and natural surroundings on the Stockhorn and take time to recharge your batteries. The fantastic views of the mountain scenery will take your mind off everyday life. The unique summit gallery takes you to the Stockhorn-Eyes, where the windows in the rock face will give you a breathtaking view down into the valley. You could enjoy a hike on our well BERGE SEEN maintained paths (70km) around the two mountain lakes or just treat yourself to a culinary delight in our panoramic restaurant with its large sun terrace. Stockhorn Cable Car PLC CH-3762 Erlenbach i.S. Tel. +41 (0)33 681 21 81 [email protected] www.stockhorn.ch with Livecam Niesen – “the Swiss Pyramid”

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After the spectacular trip on the funicular to the viewing platform at 2362m you will be greeted by a magnificent 360° panoramic view of the Bernese Alps, Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, and across the Bernese Mittelland as far as the . Treat yourself to a fine meal in the unique glass pavilion of the mountain restaurant Niesen Kulm, a romantic dinner under a full moon, or an evening trip. The little Niesen Village is a world of fun for the whole family. Niesen Funicular PLC CH-3711 Mülenen Tel. +41 (0)33 676 77 11 [email protected] www.niesen.ch Through the Alps with the Lötschberger and GoldenPass Panoramic.

The round trip begins in Spiez and takes you along the breathtaking Lötschberg route to Brig via Kandersteg, in operation now for almost 100 years. From Brig the Interregio train takes you through the Rhone valley to . Next up is a lunch break on the Vaud Riviera before the famous GoldenPass Panoramic takes you past such picturesque locations as Château d’Oex and Gstaad to Zweisimmen. The journey back to Spiez is through the Simmental valley. So climb aboard for a unique round-trip journey of discovery through Switzerland!

Your perfect travel schedule from Spiez Spiez dep 09:12 Brig arr 10:24 Brig dep 10:28 Montreux arr 11:53 Relaxing lunchtime break in Montreux Montreux dep 13:45 Zweisimmen arr 15:32 Zweisimmen dep 15:36 (change trains in Spiez) Spiez arr 16:21 St.Beatus Caves – Discover Nature, a Great Experience for Families

In just one day, you can experience what took millions of years to create. Immerse yourself in this magical underground world and see the immense stalactites and stalagmites, the grottoes and waterfalls on this unforgettable tour. In addition on the site you will find the Caves Museum, a little house of fables, a restaurant and a play area with a dragon slide. St. Beatus Caves CH-3800 Sundlauenen The caves are open from 27th March to 23rd October 2011, daily from 09.30am – 5.00pm. The last tour Tel. +41 (0)33 841 16 43 starts at 5.00pm. [email protected] www.beatushoehlen.ch

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Foxtrail – the Most Exciting Paperchase in Switzerland!

Are you looking for a varied and eventful paperchase through Thun for your next company or club outing, team event or excursion with friends and family? Challenge your boss or your best friend and you and your crew can hunt the clever fox. He slips away right under your nose, and as the only clue to help you find his trail, he leaves tricky and intriguing puzzles which lead you to the next place when you solve them. Even those who know Thun well have no idea what comes next! This is a guaranteed successful event for Foxtrail 2–300 people. Available daily in Thun, Basel, Lucerne, St Gallen, Zurich and from spring 2011 in Berne Tel. +41 (0)41 329 80 00 too. [email protected] www.foxtrail.ch Diemtig Valley Summer … the Regional Nature Reserve!

Visit the home of the “Schwinger” King, Kilian Wenger

Enjoy the proximity to nature in this wonderful landscape that is deemed to be “of national significance”. The splendour of the meadows covered with such a variety of flowers, the clear rushing streams, and the beautiful backdrop of the mountains distinguish this Bernese Oberland mountain valley. The cable cars Wiriehorn and Grimmialp will take you comfortably up into the glorious alpine world where you can enjoy Diemtig Valley Tourism a mountain, valley, or panoramic walk. There is a good range of bike trails on the Wiriehorn; to give all levels Railway Station · CH-3753 Oey from families to downhill experts a fabulous experience. On the Grimmimutz trail, kids can have fun with Tel. +41 (0)33 681 26 06 the exciting story of Grimmimutz and play at different game points along the way while they are discovering [email protected] the beauty of nature. www.diemtigtal.ch

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Diemtig Valley Winter … Varied – Near – Great value

In the cold, clear, starry nights, snow settles on the mountains and meadows of the Diemtig Valley. The first rays of sun mark the start of a beautiful winter day. Take a breath of the fresh air, recharge your batteries and set out to discover the three family-friendly winter sports areas, Wiriehorn, Grimmialp and Springen- boden. Here you will find a friendly atmosphere, easy access, modern transport, snow making machines, Diemtig Valley Tourism free parking, reasonable prices, and lots of variety. Our highlights: 6-man chairlift and toboggan run on the Railway Station · CH-3753 Oey Wiriehorn, 3-man chairlift, and natural ice rink on the Grimmialp, snow-shoe trail at Springenboden, as well Tel. +41 (0)33 681 26 06 as winter walking and tobogganing across the whole valley. [email protected] www.diemtigtal.ch ‚4AGE‚ #(&‚‚ ‚4AGE‚ #(&‚‚

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Spiez – Europe’s Most Beautiful Bay Has All That Your Heart Desires!

Sport and fun? There is a huge variety: walking and biking routes, tennis, minigolf, open-air and lake swimm - ing pools, or a trip on a sailboat. You can also discover Spiez on a relaxing trip on the Little Spiez Train. Culture? A visit to the castle and the Local Heritage and Wine-making Museum will transport you back into the exciting history of Spiez. All this and a glass of the traditional Spiez wine will make a lasting im- Spiez Marketing PLC · Railway Station pression. CH-3700 Spiez Nature? The charming bay between Lake Thun and the rolling hills behind is a great place to relax. On a Tel. +41 (0)33 655 90 00 stroll through the vineyards or along the lake path to Faulensee you will experience the wonder of nature [email protected] in these beautiful surroundings. www.spiez.ch An Attractive Excursion!

In the last ten years, thousands of visitors have been able to catch a glimpse of the fascinating world of stars, thanks to the wheelchair accessible facilities here. It is a great experience for families, school classes, groups, and individuals alike. And now it is even better, with the new all-dome projection facility. Observatory and Planetarium Sirius By car: Car park by the observatory or nearby/STI Bus stop: Schwanden Sagi. CH-3657 Schwanden ob Sigriswil Public tours: Planetarium, every Friday, 7pm/Observatory, every Friday from 9pm according to the season Tel. +41 (0)31 251 02 44 (dependant on weather condit -ions!). Private tours available upon request. [email protected] www.sternwarte-planetarium.ch

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The Planet Path in Schwanden

Picture: International Astronomical Union IAU The undemanding Planet Path is a great addition to the existing Observatory and Planetarium. Not only can stars and planets be observed through a telescope, the planet path also gives the hiker a feeling for the distances in the universe. The Planet Path is marked and starts off with the sun at the Sirius Obser - vatory, then leads towards Blueme and finishes with Neptune at Tschingelallmi. Here the path forks at Schwanden-Tschingel-Ringoldswil Tourism Pluto in the direction of either Heiligenschwendi or Schwanden. The planets are presented by means of Tschingelstrasse 81A · CH-3656 Tschingel an information board with short descriptions. This information may also be downloaded from the internet Tel. +41 (0)33 251 16 64 as a podcast and played back on your iPod or MP3 player. It is also possible to download this information [email protected] to your mobile phone. www.str-tourismus.ch Brienz Rothorn – Experience Steam Travel with all Five Senses

Surrounded by the magical mountain scenery and the turquoise Lake Brienz, is the inimitable steam cog wheel railway to the Brienz Rothorn. Here you can discover all five senses! Feel the movement of the steam locomotive, see and smell the rising steam and hear how the locomotive powerfully pushes the carriages upwards for the 7.6 km journey. The primitive power, the varied journey and the wondrous views are gua- ranteed to relax and revive you. To make the day really special, enjoy a delicious meal or an overnight stay Brienz Rothorn Railway Ltd. in the Hotel Rothorn Kulm or a panoramic hike. CH-3855 Brienz Opening times 2011: 08.05– 03.06.2011 open up to middle station Planalp /04.06. – 23.10.2011 open Tel. +41 (0)33 952 22 22 up to Rothorn Kulm www.brienz-rothorn-bahn.ch

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Männlichen – Discover Nature at its Best!

From the mountain station of the cable car, hiking trails lead in all directions. Männlichen has something to suit all tastes.

Panorama path: unique ridge path from Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg. Romantic path: relaxing path through pine forests and flower filled meadows. Grindelwald-Männlichen Cable Car Apple pie path: lots of variety in fabulous scenery. CH-3818 Grindelwald Chamois path: spectacular mountain path on the trail of the chamois. Tel. +41 (0)33 854 80 80 UNESCO path: fantastic views from the Männlichen peak. [email protected] Felix path: The summer themed trail for families and children between Männlichen and Holenstein. www.maennlichen.ch JungfrauPark – Be Amazed!

The unique JungfrauPark is open daily from 22nd April until 30th October 2011 from 10am– 6pm. In the five themed worlds “Mysteries of the World”, new life is breathed into the puzzles of our world. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site Jungfrau-Aletsch in our unique 360° panoramic show and explore the mountain world interactively in the miniature arena. For the young and the young at heart there is lots of JungfrauPark Interlaken action in the “Game &Fun” area and the little ones (2–10 years) accompanied by their parents will have a Obere Bönigstrasse 100 great time in the “Mysty Land” (large children’s paradise). You can also hold your event here; from birthday 3800 Matten b. Interlaken parties to gala dinners, everything is possible. Tel. +41 (0)33 827 57 57 [email protected] www.jungfraupark.ch 34

Fun, Culture and Relaxation in Brienz

A stroll along the traffic free lake promenade, directly on the shores of the lake is a lovely way to pass the time. Enjoy the peace and quiet and the natural beauty of the mystical Lake Brienz. The newly designed quay has a great deal to offer especially the water play area, which provides fun and excitement for the Brienz Tourism younger visitors. Railway Station Brienz has always been well known as a wood-carvers’ village. Here you can visit the carved wooden CH-3855 Brienz picture museum and the exhibition room of the carved wooden picture school and treat yourself or your Tel. +41 (0)33 952 80 80 nearest and dearest to a wooden souvenir. The typical rustic chalet village of Brienz is particularly magic - [email protected] al and well worth a visit at any time of the year. www.brienz-tourismus.ch Kandersteg – Lake Oeschinen – UNESCO Home of the Mountains World Natural Heritage Site

The picturesque villages of the Kander Valley nestle in the imposing mount- Whether for a family excursion, a day of hiking or just to enjoy the beauti- ain world. Hardly any holiday region in the Swiss Alps is as quickly and ful natural surroundings, Lake Oeschinen is well worth a visit. Surrounded conveniently reached as the Kander Valley. The huge choice of walks and by an imposing world of mountains, the deep blue lake nestles between mountain hikes in summer and the cross-country ski trails and family-friendly glaciers and centuries old pine forests. In many guide books, this mount - ski area in the winter assure an unforgettable experience in the Kander ain lake has been praised as the most beautiful in the Alps. Valley, the home of the mountains. Here every guest finds their treasure!

Kandertal Tourism · Bahnhofstrasse Cable Car Kandersteg Oeschinensee PLC CH-3718 Kandersteg · Tel. +41 (0)848 00 48 00 CH-3718 Kandersteg · Tel. +41 (0)33 675 11 18 [email protected] · www.kandertal.travel [email protected] · www.oeschinensee.ch 35 Alpine Hiker’s Paradise Experience Nature

This area, with its views of the Kander Valley and the snow-topped The extensive area of Allmenalp provides many opportunities for wild mountain summits, is a paradise for hikers. The cable car Kandersteg- game watching and flower spotting and is also a mecca for paragliders. Sunnbüel takes you up to find a huge and varied choice of walking and In addition, one of the most beautiful and difficult via ferratas in Switzer- hiking paths. Here you will discover an historic transport route between land was built here in 2005. the cantons of Berne and – the ; an unforgettable hike in both summer and winter.

Cable Car Kandersteg-Sunnbüel Cable Car Kandersteg-Allmenalp CH-3718 Kandersteg · Tel. +41 (0)33 675 81 41 CH-3718 Kandersteg · Tel. +41 (0)33 675 16 90 [email protected] · www.sunnbuel.ch www.allmenalp.ch Tropical Atmosphere – Culinary Delights

The Tropic house at Frutigen is an attractive destination for your excursion; a place where you can relax, learn and enjoy. The informative tour will make topics such as geothermics, aquaculture and sustainable food production, interesting and relevant. Tropical fruit trees and exotic flowers thrive here under the ideal conditions. After the tour you can enjoy the fruits and sturgeon dishes in our own restaurant. The Tropic House Frutigen P.O.Box 144 · CH-3714 Frutigen Tel. +41 (0)33 672 11 44 [email protected] www.tropenhaus-frutigen.ch 36

Swiss Open-Air Museum Ballenberg

Exhibited here are more than 100 original centuries old buildings from all parts of Switzerland with original gardens and fields. There are also demonstrations of traditional crafts and special events. All this and the 250 farm animals make the past come alive and make Ballenberg unique. Theme for 2011: Phenomena – the strange and curious things at Ballenberg. Swiss Open-Air Museum Ballenberg Daily from 10am–5pm from 15th April to 31st October 2011. Museumstrasse 131 CH-3858 Hofstetten Tel. +41 (0)33 952 10 30 www.ballenberg.ch ihrpark.ch The Aare Gorge

Lake Thun-Hohgant Nature Reserve: Take a deep breath, and then spend The Aare Gorge is a 1400 m long and up to 200m deep natural wonder. some time discovering the pristine landscape. Check out ihrpark.ch for tips It is a 45 minute easy and safe walk though the imposing gorge by means for explorers! of gangways and tunnels. Stop for refreshments at the Restaurant Aare- schlucht at the west entrance to the gorge, which offers reasonably priced snacks, wholesome meals and delicious menus. At the east entrance you will find the Aareschlucht Bistro with its fantastic views. Opening times: July–August 8am–6pm, April–June/September–Octo - ber 9am–5pm. Open from the beginning of April until 1st November. Free Nature Reserve Lake Thun-Hohgant · Seestrasse 2 · CH-3600 Thun park ing for coaches and private cars. Tel. +41 (0)33 511 27 11 · [email protected] · www.ihrpark.ch www.aareschlucht.ch 37 Ballenberg Steam Train Hasli Valley Bernese Oberland – Experience the Great Variety!

Full steam ahead over the Brünig Pass! Please see www.dampfbahnen.ch In summer and in winter the Hasli Valley is a popular and particularly for more information about departure times, reservations and tickets. family-friendly holiday destination. A walk along the themed paths of Every Friday afternoon our traditional visitors’ day takes place, when you Muggestutz, the Hasli Dwarf, breakfast at the Alpentower or a refreshing can visit our maintenance and repairs workshops by Interlaken Ost railway dip in the lake will all make your summer with your family in the Hasli Val- station. ley an unforgettable experience.

Ballenberg Steam Train · CH-3855 Brienz Mountain Transport Meiringen-Hasliberg · Twing Tel. +41 (0)33 828 73 40 · Fax +41 (0)33 971 61 78 CH-6084 Hasliberg Wasserwendi · Tel. +41 (0)33 972 51 10 [email protected] · www.dampfbahnen.ch www.meiringen-hasliberg.ch Wonderful Mountains and Schilthorn – Piz Gloria Heavenly Flowers

The skiing and hiking centre Elsigen-Metsch, Frutigen, is a mountain On the trail of James Bond to the Schilthorn at 2970 m. After an exciting paradise for everybody. Attractions include the cable-car Elsigenbach – ascent by cable-car you will appreciate the breathtaking views of over 200 Elsigenalp, the lakes at Brand and Elsig with public barbeque areas, views mountain peaks including Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau (UNESCO World of Lake Thun from Elsighorn (2341 m), visits to the cheese dairy in July to Heritage Site). The excellent James Bond breakfast buffet is available in August, and rustic mountain guest houses. Roundtrip tickets for walkers the revolving restaurant Piz Gloria daily between 8–10.30am. are available at the railway station in Frutigen.

Schilthorn Cable-car · Höheweg 2 · CH-3800 Interlaken Elsigenalp Mountain Transport · P. O. Box 22 · CH-3714 Frutigen Tel. +41 (0)33 82 60 007 Tel. +41 (0)33 671 33 33 · www.elsigen-metsch.ch [email protected] · www.schilthorn.ch 38 Up, Up and Enjoy Summer Fun … For Everyone!

Land on the everlasting ice of the glacier for drinks, hover over the roofs Pfingstegg is the vantage point of Grindelwald at 1391m. Daily from May of the old town of Berne, enjoy the breathtaking views of the Bernese Alps, to October you can take the cable car up to an imposing mountain world. and experience a bird’s-eye view of the unique scenery around Thun with Our 725 m long summer toboggan run is just behind the mountain station its lakes, castles, and valleys. These are just a few of the many highlights and the most beautiful hiking trails to the Grindelwald Glaciers and into of a sightseeing flight from our base at Berne Belp airport. the UNESCO World Heritage Site start right here too. For romantics, a candlelit dinner in the gondola is not to be missed.

Mountainflyers 80 Ltd. Grindelwald-Pfingstegg Cable-car Helicopter company Airport -Belp Rybigässli 25 · CH-3818 Grindelwald Tel. +41 (0)31 819 60 30 · www.mountainflyers.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 853 26 26 · www.pfingstegg.ch On the Sunny Side, In the Land of Adventure Close to the Lake

Our three villages have quite a lot to offer when it comes to enjoying your In the water, in the air or on land; here in the heart of the Bernese Ober- free time: the largest sailing school in Switzerland, a diving school, indoor land, Outdoor Interlaken can open the door to the best adventure play- swimming pool, open-air pools, excellent hotels in every price segment, walk - ground in Europe. With Outdoor Interlaken you can live out your love of ing paths with fabulous views, two fairytale castles, top class restaurants in nature and your passion for adventure, whether you are an independent great locations, and many varied cultural activities. All this and the beauti- backpacker, with your family or company. ful mountain panorama will make your stay with us a unique experience.

Hilterfingen-Hünibach-Oberhofen Tourism Outdoor Interlaken AG · P.O. Box 451 · Hauptstrasse 15 Staatsstrasse 18 · CH-3652 Hilterfingen CH-3800 Interlaken · Tel. +41 (0)33 826 7719 Tel. +41 (0)33 244 84 84 · www.hilterfingen-tourismus.ch [email protected] · www.outdoor-interlaken.ch 39 Heimwehfluh Interlaken West – Helicopter Flights The Fun Hill

Nowhere are the views of the mountains, especially the Eiger, Mönch and Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, and Matterhorn – gaze in awe at the Alps from Jungfrau, and Lake Thun and Brienz more enjoyable. The historical funi- your helicopter. Our professional company in Berne-Belp has been offer - cular takes you up to join the fun in just a few minutes. Here you will find ing unforgettable helicopter flights for the past 30 years. New to our fleet a model railway show, scooters, Tarzan run, the panorama restaurant and is a 5 seater VIP helicopter for taxi flights and breathtaking scenic round the one of a kind summer toboggan run from the top of the hill down to trips. You will find our brochure in the Tourist Office Thun, Gunten and the valley. Spiez. Mountain Flyers vouchers are available from Lake Thun Tourism and from us directly. Heimwehfluh CH-3800 Interlaken West · Tel. +41 (0)33 822 34 53 Mountainflyers Helicopter Bern-Belp [email protected] · www.heimwehfluh.ch Tel. +41 (0)31 819 60 30 · www.mountainflyers.ch Events/Sport

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The Bernese Oberland offers not only a wide array of sightseeing and natural wonders but also a huge choice of cultural attractions from theatre to sport to dancing to folklore.

Are you looking for that adrenalin kick or do you prefer to take it easy? The region has plenty of space for all types of sports in the mountains not to mention in, on, around, and even under the water! Lake Thun Plays

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Gotthelf – the Musical 2011, 12.7. to 27.8.2011

In summer 2011, as a world premiere on the most beautiful lake stage in Europe, the Lake Thun Plays brings you “Gotthelf – the Musical” the heart- breaking love story based on the masterpiece “Käserei in der Vehfreude”. It features romantic duets, devious scheming in the village, a punch up in the local bar and its consequences, a superstitious exorcism of the devil and the comedy of dancing cheese sellers! Lake Thun Plays Länggasse 57 · CH-3600 Thun Find out what obstacles, Änneli, a former foster child, must overcome to Tel. +41 (0)33 225 45 55 finally be happy with Ammanns Felix, the much admired bachelor in the Tickets: 0900 92 91 90 (CHF 1.11/ Min.) village! In . [email protected] · www.thunerseespiele.ch Falkevent: the Idea Factory

Your specialist for company and group events in the beautiful Bernese Oberland. Our programme includes tipi magic with drinks, American Indian style meals, overnight stays, events in the snow, bridge building, abseiling, team and group outdoor events. From 10 to 500 people, we are at your service.

Falkevent CH-3600 Thun Tel. +41 (0)79 503 50 80 [email protected] www.falkevent.ch 42

Bergfalke: the Alpine School

For day, week, taster, and training courses, come to the mountain sports specialist in the Bernese Ober- land. We offer freeride, ski and snowboard tours, ice climbing, snowshoeing adventures, climbing, glacier trekking, and via ferratas in the heart of the Bernese Oberland. Alpine School Bergfalke CH-3600 Thun Tel. +41 (0)79 502 50 80 [email protected] www.bergfalke.ch Sigriswil Teddy Bear Festival Barrel Organ Festival with Dolls

Sigriswil, in the wonderful Bernese Oberland, is an ideal place for collect - The 17th Barrel Organ Festival will take place in Thun on Saturday 16th and ors and fans of teddy bears and dolls to meet. The Teddy Bear and Doll Sunday 17th July 2011. Around 200 barrel organ players from Switzerland Exhibition takes place on 13th and 14th August 2011 in Sigriswil with many and abroad as well as magicians, puppeteers, street ballad singers and internationally known artists. The traditional summer market will be held street artists will be performing in Thun city centre. On Saturday evening at the same time. there will be a performance of “Nostalgia for your Eyes and Ears” and on Sunday a religious service in the town hall square. Afterwards, the sound of the organs will enchant the whole of Thun centre once again. Sigriswil Teddy Bear Festival · Corinne und Frank Schröder CH-3636 Forst-Längenbühl · Tel. +41 (0)78 839 77 44 International Barrel Organ Festival Thun [email protected] · www.sigriswiler-baerenfest.ch www.drehorgelfestival.ch 43

Take Time to Appreciate the City of Thun

Old Town Walk: A guided walk of Thun. Every Wednesday and Saturday from May–June and October, every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from July–September. Meeting point, 2pm at the Welcome-Center Thun at the railway station. Cost: CHF 15.00/Duration: 1.5 hours.

New! Culinary Thun: Guided walk to four different restaurants, including a meal of fine delicacies. Thun Tourism Groups of minimum 8 people, Cost: CHF 115.00 per person (not including drinks with the main course). Railway Station · CH-3601 Thun Duration 3 to 4 hours. Tel. +41 (0)33 225 90 00 www.thun.ch/tourismus 44 Gastronomy and Wellness

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There are 1001 delicious specialties from all over the world to discover; you can choose from Italian, Chinese, Mexican, Mongolian, or simply typical Swiss dishes. Find harmony with your body, soul and spirit and discover new vita- lity and joy of life in one of the many wellness facilities in the Bernese Ober- land. Dream at your Leisure

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A hotel with a unique design and the natural charm of Switzerland’s youngest 5* superior hotel! There are culinary delights to be found in the 16 point Gault- Millau Restaurant Spettacolo or you can make a gastronomical excursion to the Mediterranean in the Restaurant Oh de Vie; at the Lenkerhof half board guests eat à la carte! The extensive wellness facilities cover 2000m2 and are the perfect place to relax. In addition, there are joint excursions and activities, sometimes in the company of the directors, which make for especially memo- Lenkerhof alpine resort rable moments in your holiday. Badstrasse 20 · CH-3775 Lenk Tel. +41 (0)33 736 36 36 Fax +41 (0)33 736 36 37 [email protected] · www.lenkerhof.ch Aeschi: Delightful Food and Views

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Welcome! Eating and drinking is a culinary voyage of discovery in Aeschi. You can find specialties from the region, local products, home produced delicacies and creative dishes, all delivering guaranteed quality and taste. We look forward to your visit and wish you lots of enjoyment.

Hotel Aeschipark****, www.aeschipark.ch Hotel- and Gastronomy Association Aeschi Guesthouse Sternen, www.sternen-aeschi.ch P. O. Box 114 Chalet Restaurant Sagi, www.chalet-sagi.ch CH-3703 Aeschi b. Spiez Holiday Centre Aeschiried, www.ferienzentrum-aeschiried.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 654 14 24 Restaurant Chemi hütte, www.chemihuette.ch [email protected] Pension Sunnmatt, www.pensionsunnmatt.ch www.aeschi-tourismus.ch At the Heart of Thun’s Old Town

Welcome to the new “Krone”, where you are invited to enjoy the light, friendly rooms, the excellent hos- pitality, and a great choice of culinary highlights. Unique in Thun, there are three restaurants and a lounge under one roof! You will want to spend some time on the terrace with its views of the River Aare, and there are 27 generously sized and stylishly deco- rated non-smoking rooms for you to stay even longer. Hotel Krone Thun Obere Hauptgasse 2 · Town Hall Square Hotel – Restaurant – Gourmet – Chinese Restaurant – Lounge – Seminar/Banquet rooms – Terrace CH-3600 Thun Tel. +41 (0)33 227 88 88 [email protected] · www.krone-thun.ch 48

Nature, Beauty and the Good Things in Life

The Park Hotel located above Oberhofen Castle is run with the guest in mind and will cater to your every wish. Let your gaze wander and take in the lake and in the distance the wonderful panorama of the Bern- ese Alps. You can appreciate the views both from the restaurant and your hotel room. We are sure you will enjoy a few carefree hours in one of the most beautifully located hotels on Lake Thun’s “gold coast”. 14 ****Park-Hotel Oberhofen CH-3653 Tel. +41 (0)33 244 91 91 [email protected] www.parkhoteloberhofen.ch At 1000m, we are on Great Holiday Memories from a culinary High! the Sunny Side of Lake Thun

Leave the daily grind behind, breathe, and gather your strength for new Krindenhof: Typically Swiss, with a combination of fabulous views, fresh challenges… air, peace and quiet, and our traditional, special home-made food. Our Our guests experience a widening of their horizons with views over Lake flower garden alone is well worth a visit and will certainly excite garden- Thun, over the Niesen and into the Kander Valley. This panorama will in- ing enthusiasts. Of course, children are well catered for too and will have spire body and soul and get you in the mood for the delicious meal to fun on our play areas. come.

Restaurant Krindenhof · Krindenhof 3 Restaurant Panorama_Panoteca · Family Rindisbacher-Engel Esther and Willi Keller-Gysel · CH-3656 Ringoldswil CH-3703 Aeschiried ob Spiez · www.restaurantpanorama.ch www.krindenhof.ch 49

Vinothek Thun – Pure Italy

Bella Italia is just around the corner. Your journey through the Mediterranean rooms of the Vinothek Thun begins right on the banks of the picturesque Aare River. Try the romantic Napoleon Cellar, the charming Blue Cellar, the sociable bar, or the lively market square – wherever you are, you will enjoy a little Italian culture. Treat yourself to our exclusive wines and our freshly prepared delicacies – we look forward to your Vinothek Thun visit! Am Aarequai 56 CH-3600 Thun Tel. +41 (0)33 223 56 56 www.vinothek-thun.ch Welcome to Paradise!

Find peace and quiet, build up your strength, enjoy and experience the warm welcome at the Hotel Eden in Spiez. Feel at home in our recently and completely renovated boutique hotel, which has an incomparable panoramic view of Lake Thun and the Jungfrau Region. Our 45 rooms and suites offer a wonderful ambience and many amenities. In our Belle-Epoque restaurant, bar and lounge, sun terrace or library, treat yourself to our delicious cuisine with ingredients fresh from the market or pamper yourself in Hotel Eden our extensive fitness and wellness facility. Take time out for yourself and relax at the heart of the Bernese Seestrasse 58 · CH-3700 Spiez Oberland. We look forward to your visit! Tel. +41 (0)33 655 99 00 New since the 1st March 2010 are our wonderful rooms – seminars and events for up to 165 people. [email protected] www.eden-spiez.ch 50

A Rendezvous with Wellness, Views and Fine Food

Sample the good things in life on the sunny side of Lake Thun, in the alpine world of the Bernese Ober- land. In the lakeside and hillside villages of the Community of Sigriswil, visitors discover a real sanctuary with lovely scenery and fantastic views. During their stay in a hotel or apartment, our guests experience the traditional Sigriswil hospitality. Restaurants offer carefully prepared culinary delights and there are two SolbadHotel Sigriswil/ salt baths to revive body, spirit and soul. All this and more ensures a restful and relaxing stay. Gunten-Sigriswil Tourism CH-3655 Sigriswil, CH-3654 Gunten Tel. +41 (0)33 252 25 25 /+41 (0)33 251 11 46 www.solbadhotel.ch · www.thunersee.ch Wellness and Spa Hotel Celebrate in Style BEATUS Merligen

Open all year and only 15 minutes by car to Interlaken or the historical city Let us look after you! Whether you are a guest in our hotel or our culi- of Thun is a wonderful holiday getaway on Lake Thun with all the charm of nary restaurant, our aim is for you to leave with a satisfied smile on your a Grand Hotel, where you have 1001 possibilities to completely pamper your- face. Any reason is a good reason to celebrate – from a cosy tête-à-tête self. Relax in our wellness and beauty facility which covers 2000m2 and to a family party. Our rooms and culinary services are at your disposal. includes the most beautiful open-air salt bath (35°c) on the lakeside. The sin- Whether you wish to stay for a short break, a holiday, a seminar or busi- cere hospitality is combined with the talents of our kitchen team, who con- ness trip, at the Hotel Holiday you are in the right place! Our hotel is jure up culinary fireworks every day from fresh, seasonal and local produce. situated a little way out of Thun’s city centre, at the marina.

Wellness- & Spa-Hotel BEATUS · CH-3658 Merligen-Thunersee Hotel Restaurant Holiday · Gwattstrasse 1 · CH-3604 Thun Tel. +41 (0)33 748 04 34 · [email protected] · www.beatus.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 334 67 67 · www.holidaythun.ch 51 See You Soon at the Gwatt-Center – Hotel – Seepark Thun Restaurant – Seminars

Some of our guests come just for the fine Mediterranean cuisine, which The hotel with so many possibilities: restaurant, bistro-bar, banquet rooms has recently been awarded 14 Gault-Millau points. Especially in summer for up to 350 people, large summer terrace with views over Lake Thun, and our guests appreciate the wonderful garden terrace or the roof terrace 110 hotel rooms with your choice of comfort from 1* to 3*. The extensive with the amazing views of the lakes and mountains. For drinks, birthdays, grounds cover 90,000 m2 with 4 km of level, traffic-free paths and 400 m2 weddings, banquets, anniversaries and other events, our beautifully loca- on the lake side. The hotel is directly accessible by public transport. ted hotel is an excellent choice for unforgettable moments. We look for- ward to your visit – see you soon at the Seepark. Gwatt Center on Lake Thun Hotel Seepark Thun · Seestrasse 47 · P. O. Box CH-3645 Gwatt · Tel. +41 (0)33 334 30 30 CH-3602 Thun · Tel. +41 (0)33 226 12 12 · www.seepark.ch [email protected] · www.gwatt-zentrum.ch Enjoy the Views of the Alps! Enjoyable Moments

The family run Hotel Alpenblick is situated at 1100m above sea level in a Experience the genial atmosphere here, right on the shores of the sunny sunny spot with fabulous views of Lake Thun and the Alps. We offer cosy side of Lake Thun. Our spacious hotel is a combination of traditional and rooms with Wireless-LAN and TV, a rustic restaurant with an excellent modern. The beautiful grounds with the stock of old trees, sunbathing choice of seasonal specialties, and a delightful garden. It is a great start- lawn and access to the lake add a little Mediterranean flair to your well ing point for hikes in the region and for the many nearby attractions of the deserved holidays. There is no shortage of activities with the ship station Bernese Oberland. nearby, endless walking and excursion possibilities as well as museums and castles in the region. Hotel Restaurant Alpenblick · Family Lüthi CH-3625 Heiligenschwendi Parkhotel · Restaurant · Seeterrasse · CH-3654 Gunten Tel. +41 (0)33 243 21 21 · www.alpenblickhotel.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 252 88 52 · www.parkhotel-gunten.ch 52 A Cosy Hotel on the Shores of Prepare for a Surprise the Lake

This cosy 3*** hotel with restaurant, pizzeria and bar is situated at the The guesthouse is situated in a quiet residential area in the Spiez Bay. On foot of the town of Spiez on the lakeside. Above the hotel, the grand castle the outskirts of Spiez in the Bernese Oberland. The light and airy rooms stands proudly and in front lies the most beautiful bay in Europe! Pleas - have recently been decorated. ant rooms with many amenities will make your stay a very enjoyable ex- Enjoy the fabulous views of Lake Thun and the Niesen – we wish you a perience. warm welcome!

Training Centre for the Meat Industry Hotel Restaurant Seegarten Marina · CH-3700 Spiez Guestehouse Seeblick · Schachenstrasse 43 · CH-3700 Spiez Tel. +41 (0)33 655 67 67 · www.seegarten-marina.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 650 81 81 · www.abzspiez.ch A Villa Among Hostels in the So Good and So Close Heart of Interlaken!

Our hostel in the heart of Interlaken offers 2–7 bedded rooms (some with Our personally run hotel has a beautiful sunny hillside location above Lake shower/WC in the room). It is suitable for young individual travellers, un- Thun with wonderful views of the Alps. We serve creative fish dishes and complicated families and small groups. Prices are attractive and include a delicious seasonal specialties. Our generously sized rooms have balcony simple breakfast, use of kitchen, free WiFi, free use of the local bus and en- and WLAN and we also offer banquet and seminar facilities. We have a trance to the indoor swimming pool. We are more than happy to help you to large car park and there is a public transport stop in front of the hotel. plan activities in the region. The hostel has 49 rooms with a total of 190 beds.

Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof Hotel Blümlisalp Goldiwil · Beatrice Beurer & Theo Indermaur Alpenstrasse 16 · CH-3800 Interlaken Dorfstrasse 88 · CH-3624 Goldiwil (Thun) Tel. +41 (0)33 826 71 71 · [email protected] · www.villa.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 442 10 10 · www.hotelbluemlisalp.ch 53 The Ideal Place to Relax The ***Hotel for Guests who are and Feel Great Looking for Something Special.

The Hotel Victoria Ritter is situated in the centre of Kandersteg and sur- It is an experience to stay in the original and unusually decorated, themed rounded by extensive grounds. Here you will find a happy and relaxed rooms. You will enjoy the swimming pool and sauna too. The views over atmosphere combined with the best of Swiss hotel tradition. Facilities Lake Brienz are fantastic and the location in a spacious park of Linden include swimming pool, sauna, steam showers, sun terrace, restaurant, trees is peaceful. The cuisine is outstanding and complimented by fine bars, seminar and conference rooms, and a kids club. The views of the specialities from our wine cellar. We organise an interesting yearly pro- UNESCO-World Natural Heritage Site Swiss Alps are magnificent. gramme with various events and special evenings. Prepare to be surprised! The Lindenhof Team are looking forward to welcoming you. Hotel Victoria Ritter · CH-3718 Kandersteg Tel. +41 (0)33 675 80 00 · Fax +41 (0)33 675 81 00 Hotel Lindenhof · CH-3855 Brienz [email protected] · www.hotel-victoria.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 952 20 30 · www.hotel-lindenhof.ch The historic fairy tale castle overlooking lake Brienz right in front of the famous RE F PU RE S waterfalls. H

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GRANDHOTEL GIESSBACH  CH-3855 Brienz Tel. +41 (0)33 952 25 25 [email protected] www.giessbach.ch 54 Museum Pass Lake Thun 2011

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Ausgabedatum Unterschrift When you buy a Museum Pass you will receive a discounted day pass for Lake Thun and Lake Brienz (up to 60% reduction).

You can visit the following museums with the Museum ONE pass for culture Pass: Whether you wish to visit a romantic castle, take a look back into the history of tourism, – Art Museum Thun or if you are interested in historical or modern art, the Museum Pass is THE only ticket you – Art Collection Hans & Marlis Suter, Oberhofen need for culture on Lake Thun. – Museum for Timekeepers and Mechanical Musical Instruments, Oberhofen With ONE pass you have unlimited access to more than 10 very different museums in the – Hünegg Castle, Hilterfingen Lake Thun Region – and for the whole season! – Oberhofen Castle – Spiez Castle The pass is valid from April to October and costs CHF 25.00. The pass is available in – Castle Museum Thun the tourist offices around Lake Thun, in the castles around Lake Thun, and in some – Swiss Gastronomy Museum, Thun museums. – Toy Museum Thun – Tourism Museum, Unterseen Thunersee Tourismus · Postfach 2611 · 3601 Thun – Thun-Panorama Thun Tel. +41 (0)842 842 111 · [email protected] · www.thunersee.ch – Tin Figures Museum, Interlaken Culture

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From fairytale castles to the Museum of Timekeepers and Mechanical Musical Instruments, from sophisticated art collections to the Museum of Local Herit- age and Wine Making – the possibilities are (almost) endless. Contemporary Art – a Journey into New Worlds

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There are five to six large temporary exhibitions annually. They cover current emotive topics and are designed to be thought provoking. Contemporary art is presented with a connection to art from the past. Young and old, adults and children, skilled artists and those new to art, all come to the Art Museum. There are special events here on a regular basis including guided tours, discussions of works, debates and Art Museum Thun lectures, which complement the programme of exhibitions. Thunerhof · Hofstettenstrasse 14 CH-3602 Thun Opening times: Tues to Sun 10am–5pm, Weds 10am–7pm, closed Mondays. Tel. +41 (0)33 225 84 20 www.kunstmuseumthun.ch

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Abegg Foundation – Precious Textiles with a New Look

The Abegg Foundation houses one of the most valuable textile collections in the world. After two years of building work, the museum, close to Bern and Thun, is now completely renovated and with a modern design. Splendid fabrics and crafts from Europe, the Mediterranean, and the area of the Silk Routes can be viewed in the extensive permanent exhibition. Abegg-Foundation Reopening after renovation work. CH-3132 Riggisberg Opening times: probably early summer 2011 to mid November 2011, Monday to Sunday 2–5.30pm Tel. +41 (0)31 808 12 01 www.abegg-stiftung.ch Art Collection in an Historic Building

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Collection of 20th century Swiss art presented in temporary exhibitions.

15th May to 31st July: Bendicht Friedli and Hans Suter – an exciting team 14th August to 16th October: Victor Surbek and Marguerite Frey-Surbek. Art Collection Hans and Marlis Suter Wichterheergut, Staatsstrasse 18 Monday to Saturday 2–5pm, Sundays 11am–5pm CH-3653 Oberhofen Open over the Whitsun holiday. Tel. +41 (0)33 243 36 44 [email protected] www.sammlung-suter.ch 58 Thun Panorama – A Journey All About Gastronomy in Time with a Panoramic View

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The first Swiss circular painting and the oldest still preserved in the world The Swiss Gastronomy Museum is housed in Schadau Castle, Thun. It cont - (painted by Marquard Wocher between 1809 and 1814) provides an intim - ains a unique library and a small exhibition about the customs of eating ate look at the living rooms, classrooms, and alleyways of the early 19th and drinking. century. Opening times: all year round, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in the Opening times of the Thun Panorama: May–October, Tuesday to Sunday afternoon from 2–5pm (closed on public holidays). 11am–5pm Swiss Gastronomy Museum · Schadau Castle Thun-Panorama · Schadaupark · CH-3602 Thun CH-3600 Thun · Tel. +41 (0)33 223 14 32 Tel. +41 (0)33 223 24 62 · +41 (0)33 225 84 20 [email protected] www.thun-panorama.com www.gastronomiemuseum-thun.ch Hünegg Castle, Hilterfingen; Oberhofen Castle – An Ancient Fairytale Castle Discover and be Enchanted

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The castle was built between 1861 and 1863 in the historicist style and This romantic castle with beautiful views of the Alps houses an important then largely renovated in 1900 in the art nouveau style. Today the castle exhibition of Bernese interior decoration from the 16th to 19th centuries. is presented as a well cared for stately home with the original furnishings. Opening Times: 15th May to 16th October 2011, Mon 2–5pm, Tues to Sun The same special exhibition as 2010 with some changes: Hilterfingen and 11am–5pm. Temporary Exhibition 2011: “Where once the carriages of Hüni bach – in the good old days! Open from 8th May to16th October 2011, nobles stood: the Castle’s outbuildings in transition.” The castle rooms are Mon to Sat 2–5pm and Sundays 11am–5pm. available for private hire and group tours are available on request. Special programme for families “How to become a knight or knightess”. Castle Hünegg Foundation · Staatsstrasse 52 CH-3652 Hilterfingen · Tel. +41 (0)33 243 19 82 Oberhofen Castle · CH-3653 Oberhofen [email protected] · www.schlosshuenegg.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 243 12 35 · www.schlossoberhofen.ch 59 Castle Museum Thun – Spiez Castle – The Museum Castle A Castle from the Middle Ages

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In the Medieval castle from the 12th century is the interesting historical Situated on a rocky spur on the lakeside, Spiez Castle and its early Roma- museum with wonderful views over the city, the lake and the Alps. nesque castle church bear witness to the change from a medieval castle Opening times: April to October daily from 10am–5pm, November to to an impressive patrician residence of the 17th/18th Century. The castle January Sundays 1– 4pm, Christmas and New Year weeks daily from has a café and beautifully kept grounds. Opening Times: Good Friday to 1– 4pm and February and March daily 1– 4pm. mid October, Mon 2–5pm, Tues–Sun 10am–5pm, July and August until 6pm. Guided tours and hire of the rooms are available on request. Special family programme “How to become a knight or knightess”.

Castle Museum Thun · Schlossberg 1 · CH-3600 Thun Spiez Castle · CH-3700 Spiez · Tel. +41 (0)33 654 15 06 Tel. +41 (0)33 223 20 01 · www.schlossthun.ch [email protected] · www.schloss-spiez.ch Contemporary Document Traditional Wooden Granaries of the Army in Magical Scenery

The “Foundation for Historical Military Material (Foundation HAM)” was The “Spycherweg” (Granaries Path) leads through the expansive parish of founded by the the Swiss Army Museum Association (VSAM) and looks Heiligenschwendi and takes you to 11 granaries and oven houses. Walking after historic army materials in Thun. This includes a comprehensive collect - time is approximately 2½ to 3 hours. Information boards at the granaries ion of uniforms, anti-tank weapons, machine guns, artillery and combat will tell you about these little rustic wooden houses. Documentation and tanks from our Army. The collection is accessible for groups on request, maps are available in the hotels and in the tourist information. with guided tours from experts in this field, in the language of your choice. Entrance and guide are free of charge. Granary Path Heiligenschwendi · Tourist Office CH-3625 Heiligenschwendi · Tel. +41 (0)33 243 52 33 Reservations for visits can be made during office hours on +41 [email protected] (0)79 641 90 40 · [email protected] · www.armeemuseum.ch www.heiligenschwenditourismus.ch 60 A Secret, Deep Inside the Rock Whistling Organs and Ticking Clocks

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The watch and commando post “KP Heinrich” has been amongst the most On the Wichterheer Estate in Oberhofen is an exhibition of valuable items secret fortification facilities in the Bernese Oberland since the Second from private collections as well as from the Museum. The special exhibi- World War. It is situated above Spiez and consists of long tunnels, lookout tion for 2011 is: The Making of Timepieces in the Bernese Jura. posts, offices and accommodation deep inside the mountainside. Guided Open daily from Easter Monday, 25th April to 23rd October 2011 from tours of the facility are available on certain dates or on request. The dates 2–5pm. are listed in the internet or please contact us. Every visitor is guided through the museum.

Museum for Timekeepers and Mechanical Musical Instruments KP Heinrich/Fortification Association Hondrich · Tel. +41 (0)79 Wichterheergut · Staatsstrasse 18 · CH-3653 Oberhofen 336 86 35 [email protected] · www.festung-heinrich.ch Tel. +41 (0)33 243 43 77 · www.uhrenmuseum.ch All About Local Heritage and How Milk is Made into Cheese Wine Making

An impressive Simme Valley house from 1728 with granary and old wine Here you will learn many interesting facts about the history of cheese dai- cellar houses a representation of a local farmer’s household, a fully equip- ries: an old cheese making kitchen shows the production conditions from ped copper workshop, wine making room with grape press and an exhi- 150 years ago. In addition there are videos and cassette commentary in b ition of the work in the vineyard and the cellar. German/French/English/Italian, a computer cheese course, and tempo- rary exhibitions about milk production. 1st May to 31st October, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, 2–5pm. Free entrance. Milk Museum Kiesen · Bernstrasse Heritage and Wine-making Museum Spiez · CH-3700 Spiez CH-3629 Kiesen · Tel. +41 (0)79 885 63 76 Tel. +41 (0)33 654 73 72 · www.museum-spiez.ch www.museumkiesen.ch 61 A Look Back at Tourism History in Miniature

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The Museum of Tourism presents the history of travel and tourism in the One of the largest collections of tin figures in Europe provides a cross- Jungfrau region. In an entertaining way, the visitor can discover the long section of world history in 150 scenes starting with the dinosaur and and varied development of tourism in the area over the last 250 years. Stone Age farmers to current topics. Open July and August, Tuesday to Saturday from 2–5pm. The museum can be opened for groups outside of the opening hours on request. We would be happy to provide suggest - Tourism Museum Interlaken · Stadthausplatz ions for drinks parties in our rooms. CH-3800 Unterseen · Tel. +41 (0)33 822 98 39 If no answer: Tin Figures Exhibition · Propstei · Schloss 9 Tel. +41 (0)33 826 64 64 (Wyss und Früh AG) CH-3800 Interlaken · Tel. +41 (0)33 823 13 32 www.touristikmuseum.ch www.zinnworld.ch A Journey Through Time to the The Art of the Carpenter Days of Knights and Castles

We journey back to a time many moons ago but that seemed very close This museum of the Niedersimme Valley landscape is housed in an original in our childhood. The Castles Path starts at the iron knight at Zweisimmen farmhouse from 1766 and presents exhibitions relevant to the valley. railway station and takes you through historic landscapes to Castle Man- Open May to October: Wednesday and Saturday 2–5pm. Guided tours nenberg and the church district in Zweisimmen. It is a path full of history and hire by arrangement. for adults and kids and connects your personal memories with fascinating information about those times.

Zweisimmen Tourism · Thunstrasse 8 · P. O. Box 450 CH-3770 Zweisimmen · Tel. +41 (0)33 722 11 33 Museum Agensteinhaus · below the village square [email protected] · www.burgenweg.ch CH-3762 Erlenbach · Tel. +41 (0)33 681 18 44 62 Camouflaged Barns An Experience for All Ages

This artillery fortification was built in the Second World War and was put This bunker from the Second World War is fully equipped. It is easily into operation in 1943. The artillery bunkers were disguised as barns and access -ible by boat, bus or on foot from the Pilgrim’s Way. There is a car equipped with 10.5mm guns. The artillery fortification is of national hi- park at Beatenbucht. Open every third Saturday afternoon from April to s toric significance. Opening times: April to October, every first Saturday October or throughout the year on request. Entrance CHF 6.00, children in the month, 2–5pm. Visits at other times on request. are free. Tours begin at 2.10pm and 3.40pm, meeting point in front of the buffet restaurant at Beatenbucht.

Artillery Fortification Faulensee · Tel. +41 (0)33 654 25 07 Infantry Bunker Foundation · Beatenbucht, [email protected] above the bus stop and ship station · Tel. +41 (0)33 822 52 77 www.artilleriewerk-faulensee.ch [email protected] · www.bunker-fischbalmen.ch Further information

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