Overnight stay: Wilderswil-Interlaken

The journey on the nostalgic cogwheel railway is an experience in itself. Forests, alpine meadows and the magnificent views of Lakes Thun and Brienz are impressive along the way.

Unrivalled high-altitude hike above the tree line. The Alpine wreath contrasts marvellously with the green valleys of the Lütschine and Aare rivers. Marvel at the Schynige Platte Alpine Garden with its more than 500 native Alpine flower species.

Hiking time: 6 hours
Overnight stay: Grindelwald

Grosse Scheidegg: The mighty Wetterhorn wall, which towers almost vertically here, is impressive. The nearby mountain giants and glaciers, the many torrents and the magnificent flora make this hike an unforgettable experience.

Hiking time: 4 hours
Overnight stay: Meiringen

A wonderful hike from the Alpen tower to Engstlenalp. The trail takes you past a breathtaking panorama and a magnificent splendour of mountain flowers over the Balmeregghorn to the Tannsee and over the Tannalp to Engstlenalp.

Hiking time: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Overnight stay: Engstlenalp

From the enchanting Engstlenalp, the panoramic high-level trail leads over the Sätteli into the Gadmertal and to Gadmen. Along the way, you will come across rugged rocks that are known as the "Hasli Dolomites" because of their appearance.

Hiking time: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Overnight stay: Gadmen

The final stage of the Via Berna takes you uphill again, from the mountain village of Gadmen to the Susten Pass. You hike along the old pass road and immerse yourself deeper and deeper in the unspoilt mountain landscape.

Hiking time: 4 hours, 10 minutes
Individual departure or extra night