Panorama Rundweg Thunersee

Hike completed by the author from 29 September to 2 October 2023
Preparation:
A multi-day itinerary should be planned in advance.
Experience has shown that it is a good idea to check the availability of accommodation, especially in popular areas.
This is the case in Interlaken, a very cosmopolitan town that attracts travellers from all over the world throughout the year to visit the Jungfraujoch.
It is advisable to avoid staying in Interlaken from Friday evening to Sunday evening, as hotel prices double!
This is why the tour starts in Interlaken and not in Thun.

• The best way to get to Interlaken is by train.
• The route for this hike follows the Panorama Rundweg Thunersee, which is marked on Swiss maps.

Signposting: at each major crossroads, you will find signposts:
- Sign No. 26 or P26 with a No. 26 sticker indicating this trail.
- Sign R: Yellow sign with a hiker pictogram

• Before setting off, it is advisable to check for any trail closures and diversions on the Suisse Topo website. This information is updated in real time.
• In addition to the Visorando app, you can also download the swisstopo app ( free) where you will also find this information.
• Transport: timetables
• Weather: before setting off, check the Swiss weather forecast or Météo blue
• Hiking equipment, including good shoes.
• Please note that Switzerland is not in the EU. Mobile data is charged at prohibitive rates. It is advisable to download offline maps via Wi-Fi before each stage.
• In the canton of Bern, very few people speak French. A basic knowledge of German or English is recommended. The local greeting is "grüezi".
• Accommodation in Interlaken: Hotel Central Continental
• Accommodation in Sigriswil: Hotel Adler
• Accommodation in Thun: Hotel am Schloss
• Accommodation in Spiez: Hotel Seegarten Marina

• Interlaken.
• Saint Béat caves.
• Niederhorn Summit above the lake: View of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
• Sigriswil.
• Panoramabrücke Sigriswil: Bridge toll is 4CHF with the Gäste Karte.
• The town of Thun, its bridges, locks and castle.
• Schadau Castle.
• The Niesen Pyramidal peak overlooking Spiez.
• The Stockhorn, a mountain that can be seen from almost anywhere along the route.
• The Strättligsteg suspension bridge over the River Kander.
• The town of Spiez, its bay and marina, its castle and vineyards.
• Leissigen suspension bridge Spissibach Panorama Bridge