Explore Iseltwald & Giessbach E-Bike Tour from Interlaken

5.0 (9 reviews) Interlaken, Switzerland
Duration4h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

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

  • Savor authentic swiss cheese from a local alpine farm
  • Top-quality E-bike rental
  • Photos from the trip which will be taken by your guide
  • In-person English-speaking guide
  • Helmet
  • Transfer to the starting point of the tour
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. 30m
    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.
  2. 30m
    Ride through Bönigen to the turquoise shores of Lake Brienz.
    Follow the quiet southern shore to picturesque Iseltwald.
  3. Iseltwald
    1h
    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.
  4. Giessbach Falls
    30m
    Walk between the cascading Giessbach waterfalls and enjoy scenic viewpoints along the way.
  5. 30m
    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)
  6. Interlaken
    1h 30m
    Capture highlights and views from a different angle on the way back from Giessbach to Interlaken.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Wait at the bus stop at the Widerswil train station and look for a Ford Transit van with the sign Seek Adventure or a guide with the Seek Adventure logo on their back.

Meeting point

Wait on the street between Hotel Sonne and the Hotel Sonne bus stop in Matten bei Interlaken and look for a Ford Transit van with the sign Seek Adventure or a guide with the Seek Adventure logo on their back.

Meeting point

Main train and bus station Interlaken West
Wait near the entrance to the train station and look for a Ford Transit van with the sign Seek Adventure or a guide with the Seek Adventure logo on their back.

Meeting point

Main train and bus station Interlaken Ost.
Wait near the Kiosk newsagent and look for a Ford Transit van with the sign Seek Adventure written on it or a guide with the Seek Adventure logo on their back.

End point

Wait at the bus stop at the Widerswil train station and look for a Ford Transit van with the sign Seek Adventure or a guide with the Seek Adventure logo on their back.

End point

Wait on the street between Hotel Sonne and the Hotel Sonne bus stop in Matten bei Interlaken and look for a Ford Transit van with the sign Seek Adventure or a guide with the Seek Adventure logo on their back.

End point

Main train and bus station Interlaken West
Wait near the entrance to the train station and look for a Ford Transit van with the sign Seek Adventure or a guide with the Seek Adventure logo on their back.

End point

Main train and bus station Interlaken Ost.
Wait near the Kiosk newsagent and look for a Ford Transit van with the sign Seek Adventure written on it or a guide with the Seek Adventure logo on their back.

Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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