Boat Trip on Brienz Lake​

Bernese Oberland Navigation offers a range of unique cruises each season, promising unforgettable moments on Lakes Thun and Brienz. The boat trip gives you the opportunity to discover the small villages around Lake Brienz. 

The ship’s galley offers an extensive selection of culinary delights for you to enjoy during your trip. Our young guests will also be delighted by a cruise: Both steamboats offer generously equipped play cabins. Relax on deck, breathe in the fresh lake air and enjoy the surrounding landscapes.

Excursion tips

Open air museum Ballenberg

Beatus hights – impressive stalactite formations and underground waterfalls

Trümmelbach falls – ten glacier waterfalls tumble riotously into the depths within the mountain

Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe: Europe’s highest railway station

Food & Beverages

Breakfast, fresh meals and an extensive selection of beverages available in the boat restaurants.

Timetable

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Ticket

This route is fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) and GA travelcard.
Book Swiss Travel System tickets

Reservations

No seat reservation required – free seating.

A romantic dinner for two

On the romantic steamship “Blümlisalp”, an intimate dinner for two is guaranteed: a specially decorated table and the culinary offering ensure you enjoy an evening of gourmet indulgence.

Included in the price:

Round trip for two

Champagne aperitif with appetisers

Aphrodisiac three-course menu

Coffee and petits fours

laid out and served to extraordinary perfection

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Venue

Ship with modern technical infrastructure. Large atrium with gallery. Suitable for presentations and other events.

Your highlights at a glance

• Children travel free on Saturdays

• All passengers travel free on their birthdays

• The steamship Lötschberg runs from May to September and offers a play cabin for children

• Discover the many picturesque villages and excursion destinations along the shores of Lake Brienz

• Culinary boat trips offering burger feasts, fajita fun, barbecues and much more besides

• Take the boat to the Giessbachbahn – the oldest funicular railway in Europe

Please note

• Ships operate a full schedule from April to October

• Reduced schedule in spring and winter

• Full-day and half-day excursion options

• Advance reservation is required for groups of 20 or more

• Bicycles may be transported; limited space available

• All the passageways on the main deck and all stops are barrier-free

• The timetable cannot be guaranteed in the event of storms, fog, or if water levels are too high or low

General Information

Tip

“The boat trip on Lake Brienz was a very special experience. The turquoise waters and the surrounding mountainsides were stunning. Having the wind in my hair and the sun on my face allowed me to enjoy nature to the full.”