Interlaken West

Interlaken, Switzerland

The main train station area and a hub for hotels and restaurants.

Places in Interlaken West

La Terrasse Acclaimed by the Michelin Guide as brimming with crystal lighting and elegant marble floors, serving exquisite French and international cuisine.
Hotel & Restaurant Krebs Offers authentic Swiss cuisine and charming hospitality.
Restaurant Taverne, Hotel Interlaken Features authentic Swiss cuisine in an elegant setting, with a special highlight being their authentic Swiss fondue.
Interlaken West hotel bars Bars within the town's hotels, popular for a relaxed evening drink after mountain excursions.

Best time to visit: June to September offers warm weather for the lakes and mountain excursions, while December to March draws visitors for skiing in the surrounding Bernese Oberland.
Getting around: Interlaken's town centre is walkable; trains and cable cars from the town connect to the surrounding Bernese Oberland peaks and villages like Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen.
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Language: German. English is widely spoken in tourism.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Interlaken continues to balance its centuries-old Swiss dining tradition, built on dairy, lake fish, and alpine herbs, with a growing range of exotic and international restaurants catering to its year-round international visitor base.

Interlaken Ost — The eastern part of town, closer to Lake Brienz and outdoor adventure operators.
Höheweg promenade — The town's central promenade with views of the Jungfrau massif.