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Discover the enchanting route from Wilderswil to the historic Grand Hotel Giessbach on this half-day cycling adventure. Begin in Wilderswil, where you’ll ride past charming chalets and cross a beautifully preserved hydraulic wooden bridge. Journey through lush pastures to the lakeside village of Bönigen, then continue along Lake Brienz's shore to the picturesque Iseltwald.
Along the way, enjoy a stop for local cheese tasting from a nearby farm. Experience the stunning Giessbach Waterfalls and conclude your ride at the Grand Hotel Giessbach, a stunning Belle Époque gem accessed via Europe’s first funicular railway. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
Tour Highlights
- Half-day cycling adventure from Wilderswil to Giessbach
- Visit traditional villages and scenic lakeside views
- Local cheese tasting
- Experience the majestic Giessbach Waterfalls up close
- Conclude at the historic Grand Hotel Giessbach, accessible by funicular
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1
Pick up your e-bike and helmet, join a short training session, then start in Wilderswil by the historic Schynige Platte railway and cross a unique hydraulic wooden bridge into alpine pastures.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Ride through Bönigen to the turquoise shores of Lake Brienz. Follow the quiet southern shore to picturesque Iseltwald.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Iseltwald
Discover a traditional fishing village and its iconic pier. Climb a peaceful forest trail with lake views. Before reaching Giessbach, enjoy a stop for local cheese tasting and refreshments prepared by your guide.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Giessbach Falls
Walk between the cascading Giessbach waterfalls and enjoy scenic viewpoints along the way.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Walk beneath the cascading Giessbach Waterfalls Step into the Belle Époque elegance of the Grand Hotel Giessbach (1873) Learn the story of Europe’s first funicular railway (1879)
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Interlaken
Capture highlights and views from a different angle on the way back from Giessbach to Interlaken.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Skill level: Participants must be confident bicycle riders
- Minimum age: 16 years (Swiss law requires all E-bike riders to be at least 16 years old)
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Skill level: Participants must be confident bicycle riders
- Minimum age: 16 years (Swiss law requires all E-bike riders to be at least 16 years old)
- Valid personal insurance covering outdoor and mountain activities is strongly recommended
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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