Thun is a charming lakeside town near Interlaken. It is nestled on the north end of Lake Thur, where the Aare River starts.

The town's history dates back to Roman times, makes it a popular destination for visitors looking to add history and culture to their Swiss experience.

Thun is small but packed with beautiful things to see, including a castle, wooden bridge, cobblestone lanes, and grassy parks along the lake.

Its picturesque setting with lake and mountain views make it a nice place to stroll and take pictures any time of year.

How to get there

By boat:

The nicest way to visit Thun is by boat. You can start at the Interlaken West boat dock (next to the train station). The one-way journey takes about 2h15. You can return to Interlaken by train or bus.

The boat ride is free with the Swiss Travel Pass and Bernese Oberland Pass.

By bus/train:

From Interlaken, it takes 30 mins by train to the main Thun station. By bus, it takes about 50 mins. Both the bus and train are free with the Swiss Travel Pass and Bernese Oberland Pass.

By car:

The easiest place to park is Parkhaus City South - Mönchstrasse 4, 3600 Thun.