10 Outdoor Activities in Canton of Bern That You Shouldn't Miss

April 7, 2022 Janette Largent

Discover the best top things to do in Canton of Bern, Switzerland including North face Trail, Roy Emerson Tennis Camp, The Eiger, Via Ferrata, Blumental Panorama Trail, Maennlichen Romantic Trail, Altitude Ski & Snowboard School, Horneggli - Hornberg - Rinderberg, Lauenensee Loop Trail, Schilthorn.
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1. North face Trail

Murren Switzerland
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5.0 based on 45 reviews

North face Trail

2. Roy Emerson Tennis Camp

Palace Hotel Gstaad, Gstaad, Saanen 3780 Switzerland +41 33 748 50 00 http://www.royemersontennisweeks.com/
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Roy Emerson Tennis Camp

Reviewed By MissSiss1 - Summit, United States

We have been four times. Gstaad is so beautiful, The Palace is a lovely place to stay, the food and wine are great. The tennis courts are very nice. Roy and his wife Joy are very special people. Well worth it!

3. The Eiger

The Northface of the Eiger, 3818 Switzerland http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/eiger-trail-the-swiss-alpine-experience-trail.html
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5.0 based on 475 reviews

The Eiger

Reviewed By Graeme74 - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Lucked out with a perfect sunny, cloudless day for this simply stunning route. Was a bit nervous reading some reviews as I only had running shoes and clothing (and a small back pack with thin sweater and water/snacks). Climb out of Lauterbrunnen to Wengen is sharp but lovely - in the trees but regular gaps to see the incredible Lauterbrunnen valley and waterfalls. Once in pretty Wengen, it was a beautiful hike/run along above the valley all the way eventually to Kleine Scheidegg, passing a few train stops and info signs for exhilarating ski runs. The views of the Jungfrau, Monch and Eiger - as well as countless other snow peaked beauties and look backs down to the valley were incredible throughout. After some rest and drink/food in Kleine Scheidegg, it was a short walk/run up to Eigergletscher station, which is nestled right under the start of the Eiger Trail. I was advised there was snow still in a round a dozen gullies on the path - so was a little early in my well worn grip running shoes. But that, and the scree elements were very easy with just some basic care when crossing those short sections (usually 10-20 careful side steps were enough.) I can imagine earlier in year it would be quite different, and require better equipment and boots - and also on a different day in heavy wind/rain would be a totally different prospect - so carefully consider weather, as well of course your fitness. But there were many others of varying fitness and hiking experience out there, so I think on a sunny day in mid-summer it’s a very doable trail as long as reasonably fit. The traverse under the Eiger’s north face is incredible - watching the rock climbers above was breathtaking! A few short, steep ups and downs, but nothing overly taxing in each of those and the path is well defined and worn-in throughout. Amazing waterfall just before main descents start before Alpiglen. From there, it’s a long, steady and at times fairly steep descent for many km’s into Grindelwald - could be difficult if you have knee or ankle issues, but fun otherwise. Can’t recommend enough for a few hours to see some of the most incredible and varied scenes in the world! Again, just consider the weather, your fitness, time of year, equipment/gear needed and water/snacks. Have fun ????????

4. Via Ferrata

Nidrimatti Behind Sportchalet, Murren Switzerland +41 33 856 86 86 http://www.klettersteig-muerren.ch/index.php/de
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5.0 based on 144 reviews

Via Ferrata

Reviewed By Vaulers2033 - Chicago, United States

Rather than explain what this is like, just search “Murren Via Ferrata “ on YouTube and you’ll see exactly what you’re in for. It’s one of the most amazing things we’ve ever done! You do need to be in good shape and it’s one of the best leg workouts you’ll ever get. We were sore for days but it was worth it! Allow some extra time before or after to walk around Murren. It’s a beautiful town with some great shops and places to eat. I highly recommend taking a Go-Pro on this adventure. I bought one just for this trip and it was worth every penny because we came back with amazing footage. They don’t rent them but you can ask for a helmet with a mount although you should bring your own device that connects the camera to the helmet mount. Also be sure to turn the power off when you’re not taking video since the hike is longer than the battery life. The new cameras all come with voice control so turning it on and off is easy and hands-free.

5. Blumental Panorama Trail

Murren Switzerland
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5.0 based on 124 reviews

Blumental Panorama Trail

6. Maennlichen Romantic Trail

Grindelwald 3818 Switzerland +41 33 854 80 80 https://www.maennlichen.ch/en/romantic-trail.html
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5.0 based on 90 reviews

Maennlichen Romantic Trail

Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia

The wide, well maintained panorama trail from Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg with a gentle descent most of the way. Only the part by the Tschuggen flank has a guard rail. We walked early October and the trail had only a section (mainly in the shade) that was icy and tricky to manoeuvre as it was one of the few uphill sections. The views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau are simple breathtaking.

7. Altitude Ski & Snowboard School

Dorfstrasse 128, Grindelwald 3818 Switzerland +41 33 853 00 40 [email protected] http://www.altitude-grindelwald.com
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5.0 based on 37 reviews

Altitude Ski & Snowboard School

Reviewed By NMG24 - London, United Kingdom

We recently had two private half day lessons with Mike and could not recommend him enough. We are intermediate skiers and were looking to improve our skiing technique, particularly in relation to carving. Mike is very patient and very knowledgeable, and he gave us a lot of good tips to improve our skiing technique. It was very easy to book lessons, we booked through the altitude desk in the Bernet Sports shop in Grindelwald.

8. Horneggli - Hornberg - Rinderberg

Zweisimmen Switzerland
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Horneggli - Hornberg - Rinderberg

The easy high-mountain hike is breath-taking, especially because of its wonderful alpine panorama. It is ideally suited for families and senior citizens.

9. Lauenensee Loop Trail

Gstaad, Saanen Switzerland
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Lauenensee Loop Trail

Reviewed By TandTSwitzerland - Zurich, Switzerland

It takes about half an hour by public transportation to get to the lake from Gstaad, but it is worth the trip, because the lake is very pretty. You can walk around the lake in an hour or also do some more extensive hikes. Great views of the surrounding mountains. There is also a restaurant. Definitely a place to visit!

10. Schilthorn

Hoeheweg 2, Murren 3800 Switzerland +41 33 826 00 07 [email protected] http://www.schilthorn.ch
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4.5 based on 2,332 reviews

Schilthorn

It takes you just 32 minutes by Cable car to reach the summit of the 2970 m high Schilthorn. Enjoy the beautiful view of Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau (UNESCO World Heritage) and on more than 200 other summits.

Reviewed By DanM-Bris

The Schilthorn on a cool clear day you really can see what looks for ever. Schilthorn is magnificent and view from the restaurant Piz Gloria is excellent well matching it’s beautiful setting.

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