Interlaken Ski Resort Guide
Interlaken, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Highest Lift | 2,971m |
| Resort Height | 567m |
| Nearest Airports | Berne and Zurich |
Interlaken
Interlaken is a stunning ski resort nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. It offers breathtaking views and a variety of slopes for all skill levels.
Summary
Interlaken serves as a gateway to the Jungfrau region, boasting access to multiple ski areas like Grindelwald and Wengen. With over 200 kilometers of pistes, it caters to both skiers and snowboarders alike.
The ski area of Interlaken is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 567m.
With ski lifts as high as 2,971m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Schilthorn'.
Snow and Weather
Interlaken generally enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths reaching up to 3 meters in peak season. For the latest snow conditions, including snowfall data, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Interlaken?
The next notable snow forecast is 3cm, expected on 2 August.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed |
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| Snow to 2,469m |
Ski Area Stats
Interlaken Ski Area
| Cross Country Total Length | 17km | |
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Interlaken Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,971m |
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| Lowest Piste | 567m |
| Resort Altitude (Interlaken) | 567m |
| Max Vertical | 2,404m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The surrounding mountains include the iconic Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, with elevations reaching up to 4,158 meters. Key ski areas feature the Grindelwald-First and Wengen, offering notable pistes like the Lauberhorn and the First Flyer, with efficient lifts such as the Pfingstegg and Eigergletscher cable cars.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding in Interlaken is excellent, with terrain parks like the Grindelwald Snow Park providing features for all levels. Riders can enjoy varied terrain, including natural half-pipes and jumps.
Location and Map
Where is Interlaken?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Unterseen, Interlaken-Oberhasli District.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Interlaken is Berne, 60 minutes drive away.
Zurich, Basel, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Geneva, Sion, Lugano, St. Gallen-Altenrhein and Annecy airports are all within three hours drive.
Berne is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Traveling to Interlaken is convenient via public transport or car. The nearest major airports are Bern and Zurich, with train connections directly to Interlaken from both cities.
Season Dates
When is Interlaken open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid November, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, Interlaken offers vibrant après-ski options. Notable spots include The 3 Tells Pub for drinks and the Hotel Interlaken's restaurant for a cozy dinner, along with several nightclubs for late-night entertainment.
