
Two lakes, three giant peaks and the gateway to the Jungfrau region
Between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz lies Interlaken, framed by the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The turquoise water of both lakes, the castles on the shores of Lake Thun and the mountain railways into the Jungfrau region make the area one of the best known holiday destinations in the Alps.
Further east the Haslital opens up with Meiringen, the Aare Gorge and the Grimsel and Susten passes. Here it becomes rougher and quieter, with granite and reservoirs shaping the landscape. Around Beatenberg, Habkern and Iseltwald you will find quiet pitches overlooking the water.
Parkn'Sleep connects you with hosts by the lake, in the villages and up on the heights. That way you set off in the morning straight to the boat, the train or the trail.
Interlaken lies on a plain between two lakes connected by the Aare. The Jungfrau-Aletsch region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and at the Jungfraujoch you reach the highest railway station in Europe at 3,454 metres.
Paragliding over Interlaken, stand-up paddling on Lake Brienz, hiking on the Harder or around Schynige Platte. Cyclists follow the lakeshore path, and in winter Grindelwald, Wengen and Mürren beckon.
All boats and railways run from May to October, and July and August are the busiest months. In September and October visibility is often especially clear. The Grimsel and Susten passes are usually open from June to October.
The town is cramped and many car parks are closed to campers. Pitches outside with a bus or boat connection are more relaxed.
No, only the railway goes up there. From Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen or Interlaken Ost you reach Kleine Scheidegg and the Jungfraujoch.
Grimsel and Susten are well built but long and steep. Watch your brakes and allow plenty of time.
At many lidos, for example in Spiez, Hilterfingen or Thun. Lake Brienz is cooler, but wonderfully clear near Iseltwald.