Brienz

This is Brienz

Brienz is situated in the west of Switzerland in the Bernese Oberland, at the eastern end of Lake Brienz. The village is a real draw for visitors thanks to its location by the lake as well as its beautiful Brunngasse.

Discover Brienz

Start your day with an exploration tour along the lakeside promenade and through the village. Brunngasse, with its cobblestones and its wooden chalets decorated with flowers and carvings, is a must-see. So it’s no wonder Brienz is listed in the “Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites”. You can also marvel at the art of wood carving on the Schnitzlerweg woodcarving trail on the Axalp above Brienz. Perhaps with a detour to the enchanting Hinterburgseeli lake along the way.

Lake Brienz

Where does this emerald green come from? That’s what many people ask themselves when they first see Lake Brienz. In fact, these are optical effects created by glacier particles, which is why even in summer only the bravest dare to swim in the lake. Instead, you can cruise across the lake in a jetboat or soak up the unique atmosphere on a kayaking tour. A cruise is a wonderful way to relax: in addition to the breakfast cruise and sunset cruises, the “Lötschberg” paddle steamer is the jewel of Lake Brienz.

Giessbach Falls

The top excursion destination on Lake Brienz is the Giessbach Falls: you travel by boat from Brienz to Giessbach station, and from there you’ll take the nostalgic funicular up to the Grandhotel Giessbach. On the terrace, you can enjoy the view over the lake and the mountains, with the roar of the Giessbach Falls in the background. A varied hiking trail will take you up close to the waterfall and even at one point behind it.

Around Brienz

Between June and October, experience a ride on the historic steam-powered cog railway to the Brienzer Rothorn. From there, you will be able to see an unbelievable 693 mountain peaks. Other top excursion destinations include the Ballenberg open-air museum, Lake Lunger, the Aare Gorge and the neighbouring Lake Thun.

Experience Brienz for less

With the Brienz Guest Card, available when you stay for one night or more, you can join a free tour of the village and benefit from discounts on mountain railways and leisure activities. With a BLS Schifffahrt Day Ticket, you can enjoy unlimited travel on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, which also includes rail travel between Interlaken West and Interlaken East.