Lake Thun + Lake Brienz Boat Trip

Acquiring this full-day boat ticket grants you the flexibility to explore the stunning landscapes of Thun and Brienz lakes in the picturesque Swiss region of Bern throughout an entire day!

Thun and Brienz Lakes Boat Tour



With this daily pass, you can embark on a full-day excursion using the BLS boats that navigate both Thun and Brienz lakes, situated in the northern part of the Alps.



Enjoy the freedom of movement across both lakes, as the boat will stop at various lakeside locations, allowing you to board and disembark multiple times during the day.



For a detailed overview of the routes and stops, refer to the link below. Lake Brienz is positioned to your right, while Lake Thun is on the left:

Map of the Thun and Brienz lakes



Here are the specifics of each route:

Boat Excursion on Lake Thun



Lake Thun, formed by glacial activity, lies between the eponymous city and the nearby town of Interlaken.



Your journey can commence from any of the following hubs: Thun, Spiez, or Interlaken. Regardless of your chosen starting point, you’ll have the opportunity to alight at any stop along the shores of Lake Thun.



The lakeside boasts several points of interest, notably the impressive castles of Hünegg, Oberhofen, and Schadau, among others.

Schedule & Duration



Year-round, boats operate on this route. You can find the respective timing for the Lake Thun boat tours.



Crossing Lake Thun encompasses a total duration of 4 hours and 40 minutes.



For those looking to combine the Lake Thun and Lake Brienz experiences in a single day, it is advisable to start from the city of Thun. After you navigate Lake Thun, you can proceed to Interlaken Ost to embark on the Lake Brienz journey.

Departure Locations



You can initiate your trip on Lake Thun from any of the following points:

From Thun: Seestrasse 9, 3600 ThunFrom Interlaken West: Kanalpromenade 1, 3800 InterlakenFrom Spiez: Seestrase 69, 3700 Spiez

Boat Trip on Lake Brienz



Lake Brienz, a glacial lagoon, is situated between the town of the same name and Interlaken.



Your boat excursion can commence from either Interlaken or Brienz, providing a chance to immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of the Bernese region.



Among the notable attractions along Lake Brienz’s shores are the remarkable Giesbach Falls, an awe-inspiring natural spectacle.

Lake Brienz Trip Schedule



Boat services on Lake Brienz are suspended from mid-October until early April. Here are the operational schedules for the rest of the year.



The duration of a trip across Lake Brienz is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. If your interest lies solely in this tour, you can reserve this specific boat ride.

Departure Locations



You can commence your adventure on Lake Brienz from these points:

From Interlaken Ost: Lanzenen 1, 3800 InterlakenFrom Brienz: Quai 1, 3855 Brienz

Ticket Options



Your reservation allows you to select between first-class or second-class tickets. First-class seating is available in a more upscale area adjacent to the deck of the boat.