Throughout Switzerland, there are hundreds of stations which collect meteorological data every day. The records go back about 200 years and are kept and maintained by Meteo Schweiz, formerly known as “Schweizerische Meteorologische Anstalt” (SMA). The weather in Switzerland varies greatly between different places. The highest precipitation receives Rochers de Nave, a mountain near Montreux, with approximately 260 cm per year. Interlaken is located in the canton Bern at the lower end of the Brienzersee. The place experiences distinctive weather, with seasonal climate changes being strongly influenced by it’s location within the Jungfrau region and the Swiss Alps. Winter months are … Continue reading →

Interlaken in Switzerland is not only a natural heaven on Earth but is also a paradise for those who seek adventure or extreme sports. Lying at the basin of some of the largest mountain peaks of Switzerland, Interlaken takes pride in its spectacular opportunities for extreme outdoor sports.  Some of the most popular adventure sports of Interlaken are: Bungee Jumping Interlaken offers you the opportunity for a bungee jump out of a gondola, suspended 450 ft above a lake. Once it’s over, you can breathe in the crisp air and enjoy the view of Stockhorn mountains as you are lowered … Continue reading →

When in Interlaken, apart from various sports and fun-filled activities, you can also take a ride on the funicular and cog-wheel railways which will let you explore the remarkable beauty of Switzerland. A recommendable ride would be taking the funicular railway to head up the Harder Kulm Mountain, which lies 1322 m above the sea level and from where you can get birds-eye views of the Jungfrau region. This is just an eight minute trip up by funicular to the Harder Kulm which is 1,322m above sea level. This half-day excursion to the Harder Kulm should not be missed. It … Continue reading →

Interlaken has the highest concentration of souvenir shops in Switzerland and as such, a visit to Interlaken would be incomplete if you go back without taking gifts for your loved ones or souvenirs to keep your memories of the trip afresh forever. Some of the recommended things to pick up as souvenirs from Interlaken are: Swiss Army Knives: Interlaken is a good place to buy Swiss Army Knives with a text or message engraved on it. You could get a full range of Victorinox and Wenger Swiss Army Knives from shops like “Swiss Knife Center” (Höheweg 125), “ALSCHER”, “Bühler Chalet … Continue reading →