Interlaken Holidays

Idyllic setting for mountains and lakes in Switzerland
Interlaken is a popular Swiss lakes and mountains holiday destination in the Bernese Oberland located just 50 kilometres from the Swiss capital Bern. The town is conveniently situated between the two scenic lakes of Thun and Brienz and at the foot of three of the regions’ most famous mountains, the Eiger, the Monch and the Jungfrau. This idyllic setting makes Interlaken an excellent holiday destination for experiencing the best of both the mountains and lakes in Switzerland, and a wide variety of activities and adventure sports on offer throughout the year means there is never a dull moment in the thriving town. Naturally, given its Alpine location, there is also plenty of opportunity for enjoying a relaxing holiday in Interlaken. Whether its rejuvenation or adrenaline you’re after, the fresh air of the Swiss Alps is sure to have a revitalizing effect while on holiday in Interlaken.

Cheap holidays in Switzerland
Interlaken is one of Switzerland’s most popular resorts with backpackers and those in search of cheap holidays in Switzerland. A number of backpacker oriented hostels provide cheap accommodation in dorms or private rooms and scenically located campsites in and around the town are also a good option for budget holidays, particularly suited to families and groups. Backpackers and active families are well catered for in Interlaken with the diverse range of activities on offer. Everything from walking and cycling to skydiving and canyoning can be tried throughout most of the year on holiday in Interlaken. In winter, the town becomes a fantastic base from which to explore the surrounding mountains and ski resorts including Kleine Scheidegg-Mannlichen, Grindelwald First and Murren-Schilthorn.

Relaxing lakes holidays
The name ‘Interlaken’ literally means ‘in between lakes’ and the two tranquil lakes either side of the town testify to this providing ample opportunities to enjoy relaxing lakes holidays in Switzerland. As well as swimming in any of the numerous outdoor pools and lidos, visitors can enjoy a range of water-based activities such as kayaking, sailing and day and night time cruises on a variety of vessels. Of course, the lakes are also perfect simply for picnics and afternoons spent relaxing in the sun and enjoying the spectacular scenery that surrounds Interlaken.

Weather in Interlaken
The weather in Interlaken, as with all of Switzerland, is typically characterised by its altitude, at 570m and relationship to the nearest mountain range, the Bernese Oberland portion of the Swiss Alps. This makes the weather in Interlaken changeable with both sunny periods and rainy days persisting throughout the year. Temperatures are relatively mild in Interlaken at all times of the year ranging from highs in the low-twenties to lows around freezing during the coldest months of January and February. The ongoing seasonal changes throughout the year in Interlaken contribute to the changing faces of the village and surrounding scenery.