Experience panoramic views from Schynige Platte
Interlaken, Switzerland • INR 4138 - INR 7560 approx.•
Popular
Popular



Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
7°C – 17°C, mild to warm, with frequent afternoon showers or thunderstorms, high crowds, peak season
7°C – 17°C, mild to warm, with frequent afternoon showers or thunderstorms, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Significant walking, stairs, and hiking on uneven mountain trails.
Significant walking, stairs, and hiking on uneven mountain trails.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey, but views and experience are generally worth it.
Pricey, but views and experience are generally worth it.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Breathtaking Views
Couples loved the romantic views and the charming cogwheel train ride. Perfect for photos!
Romantic Getaway
Visitors found the trails perfect for a leisurely, scenic walk. A must-do for couples.
Unforgettable Journey
Couples raved about the alpine garden and the overall experience. Highly recommended!
Pricey Tickets
Some couples felt the train tickets were a bit expensive for the duration of the trip.
Weather Dependent
Travelers noted that the experience heavily relies on good weather for optimal views.
Crowded Trails
Some couples mentioned the trails could get busy, especially during peak season.
How to book
Hours of operation
Monday
07:25 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday
07:25 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday
07:25 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday
07:25 AM - 06:00 PM
Friday
07:25 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday
07:25 AM - 06:00 PM
Sunday
07:25 AM - 06:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW

-7-1°C
Cold, snowy, and wintry conditions dominate. Area is under snow cover.
Cold, snowy, and wintry conditions dominate. Area is under snow cover.
Closed
No access; Schynige Platte railway and facilities closed until summer reopening.
No access; Schynige Platte railway and facilities closed until summer reopening.
Not recommended
December is not suitable for visiting Schynige Platte. The site is closed due to snow and winter weather.
December is not suitable for visiting Schynige Platte. The site is closed due to snow and winter weather.
January
LOW

-10--2°C
Very cold with frequent snowfall and strong winds; deep snow cover makes hiking and panoramic views largely inaccessible.
Very cold with frequent snowfall and strong winds; deep snow cover makes hiking and panoramic views largely inaccessible.
Closed
Schynige Platte cogwheel railway is closed; access to panoramic viewpoints is not possible due to snow and winter conditions.
Schynige Platte cogwheel railway is closed; access to panoramic viewpoints is not possible due to snow and winter conditions.
Not recommended
Not accessible; the Schynige Platte Railway and mountain facilities are closed for the winter season.
Not accessible; the Schynige Platte Railway and mountain facilities are closed for the winter season.
February
LOW

-10-0°C
Cold winter weather, regular snowfall, and icy conditions persist; deep snow continues to cover paths and viewing areas.
Cold winter weather, regular snowfall, and icy conditions persist; deep snow continues to cover paths and viewing areas.
Closed
Schynige Platte cogwheel railway remains closed; panoramic viewpoints are not accessible.
Schynige Platte cogwheel railway remains closed; panoramic viewpoints are not accessible.
Not recommended
Not accessible; all tourist operations including transport and facilities remain closed for the winter.
Not accessible; all tourist operations including transport and facilities remain closed for the winter.
March
LOW

-8-2°C
Cold with possible snow and occasional rain; hiking trails and viewpoints remain snowbound and inaccessible.
Cold with possible snow and occasional rain; hiking trails and viewpoints remain snowbound and inaccessible.
Closed
Railway and facilities stay closed; access remains blocked by snow and unsafe conditions.
Railway and facilities stay closed; access remains blocked by snow and unsafe conditions.
Not recommended
Still closed; Schynige Platte remains inaccessible with no panoramic experiences available.
Still closed; Schynige Platte remains inaccessible with no panoramic experiences available.
How to get there

Bus
Recommended
PostAuto Schweiz AG Line 105 connects Interlaken (e.g., Interlaken Ost, Bahnhof; Interlaken, Zentralplatz) to Wilderswil, the base for the cogwheel railway.

Car
Recommended
Drive to Wilderswil station, where parking is available for passengers of the Schynige Platte Railway.

Train
Recommended
Take the Bernese Oberland Railway (BOB) from Interlaken Ost to Wilderswil, then transfer to the Schynige Platte Railway.

Taxi
Taxis are available from Interlaken to Wilderswil station.

Walking
Experienced hikers can walk from Wilderswil to Schynige Platte (approx. 4 hours) or from Interlaken to Wilderswil station (approx. 40 minutes).
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages up to 99

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