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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Interlaken travel guide

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You're Going to Love Interlaken

With a population of 5.067, Interlaken is a must-see destination in Bern, Switzerland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Interlaken has to offer.

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When to visit Interlaken

Interlaken in March
Estimated hotel price
$290
1 night at 3-star hotel
Interlaken in March
Estimated hotel price
$290
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Interlaken in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 5.7″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Interlaken, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Interlaken

Plane

Although Interlaken doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Basel All airports (EAP), which is located 99 km from Interlaken. Zurich Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from SWISS, United Airlines, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Interlaken from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Interlaken is to pick up a car rental from Geneva, which is about 142 km from Interlaken. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Fox, among others, in Geneva.

Plane

Although Interlaken doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Basel All airports (EAP), which is located 99 km from Interlaken. Zurich Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from SWISS, United Airlines, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Interlaken from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Interlaken is to pick up a car rental from Geneva, which is about 142 km from Interlaken. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Fox, among others, in Geneva.

Airports near Interlaken

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GVAGeneva Geneve-Cointrin

Airlines serving Interlaken

Lufthansa
Good (8,116 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,095 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,437 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,989 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,620 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,940 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,868 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,209 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,308 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,317 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 reviews)
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Where to stay in Interlaken

Average rates range from around $301 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $622 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Post Hardermannli and Hotel Blume Interlaken. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Interlaken, with prices from $80 to $1,010 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Interlaken are about 50% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Interlaken by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Interlaken

Most booked hotels in Interlaken

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Hotel Du Nord
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2411 reviews)
$372+
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Essential by Dorint Interlaken
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 957 reviews)
$348+
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Adventure Hostel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2369 reviews)
$249+
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Gasthof Schoenegg
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2290 reviews)
$218+
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The River Village
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1405 reviews)
$282+
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Swiss Chalet Holidays Ringgenberg
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 211 reviews)
$232+
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Renting a car in Interlaken

Renting a car in Interlaken costs $126 per day, on average, or $379 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 46% more expensive than at Zurich.

Expect to pay $8.74 per gallon in Interlaken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $104.93 and $139.91. Compact (Kia Cee'd or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Interlaken, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Interlaken costs $126 per day, on average, or $379 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 46% more expensive than at Zurich.

Expect to pay $8.74 per gallon in Interlaken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $104.93 and $139.91. Compact (Kia Cee'd or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Interlaken, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

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