Spiez – a picturesque hill town in Bern
Spiez is a beautiful town nestled between hills and vineyards and dominated by a magnificent castle on the shore of Lake Thun in the Bernese Oberland region of the Swiss canton of Bern. It is a hub of public transportation. As usual in Switzerland, it is recommended to travel by train or bus. You can travel by train in every half hour from here to Bern, Zurich, Basel, Geneva.
Spiez’s picturesque location is a gift for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts. Those in search of culture will find historic buildings and a fascinating winemaking heritage. Tour a castle with a100 decades of history is one of the best trips for history lovers. Along with that you can sail across the lake and enjoy scenic hikes. It also includes the forest-covered lakeshore between Spiez and Faulensee. We are sure you will be impressed by the unique harmony of lake and mountains.
During summer season, in the afternoon you can take a rest at the lake and also enjoy the nightlife at Spiez’s suburbs Thun or Interlaken. For a drink, choose some of the many bars in Spiez and don’t forget to taste the local “Spiezer” wine.
Spiezer Rebberg adventure trail
- Start: Unteres Räbhüsli in the Spiezer Rebberg
- Destination: Unteres Räbhüsli in the Spiezer Rebberg
- Level of difficulty : light
- Length of the route: 0.96 km
- Length of the tour in hours : 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total number of meters in altitude to be overcome : 48 m
- The highest point: 633 m
- The lowest point: 585 m
- Panorama: 80/100
- Condition: 10/100
- Best season : All year
The Spiezer Rebberg adventure trail is a themed hike that revolves around the origins of Spiezer wine. On 12 boards you will be whisked away into the world of vines and good wine. Short films illustrate the work in the vineyard. You can access this with your smartphone via QR code. Another highlight of the circular route is the breathtaking view of Lake Thun, the castle and the Alps. Benches invite you to linger, picnic and enjoy the whole way. The hike takes 1 – 2 hours, depending on how much time you allow yourself for the individual thematic panels.
By the way: the Spiezer Rebberg adventure trail can also be tackled with a mobile phone ! You will be guided from one location to the next and you can watch the short films about the vineyard.
Spiez Castle
- Become a knight in Spiez Castle
Children can celebrate their birthday in the castle or complete the knight’s trail. After a three-stage training in the castles of Spiez, Thun and Oberhofen, the children turn from page to squire. After passing the exams and the knight ride, the children are knighted.
- Romantic weddings
Immediately next to Spiez Castle is the 1000-year-old castle church in the early Romanesque style, which is particularly popular for weddings. Civil weddings are also possible in the romantic wedding hall in the castle.
- Castle park & garden
The castle park with its colorful flowers is a feast for the eyes in every season. Stroll through the palace complex or enjoy the view over Lake Thun on a bench. The cafeteria is located on the ground floor, where you can treat yourself to a coffee, tea or a glass of Spiezer wine.
- Photo tip: Panorama from the castle tower
Climbing stairs is worthwhile in Spiez Castle. Above the museum, in the castle tower, a breathtaking 360-degree panorama awaits you. Capture this view of the so-called most beautiful bay in Europe, the castle church, Lake Thun and the Oberland Alps with your camera.
Your highlights at a glance
- View of the mountains, Lake Thun and the Spiezer Rebberg
- Experience culture and history
- Excursion destination independent of weather
- Diverse group tours can be booked
To be observed so that your trip is perfect
- Spiez Castle is open from May to mid-October
- Find out about current special exhibitions at Spiez Castle
- Wheelchair users should inform themselves in advance about the accessibility
The castle museum and the art exhibition are open daily from May 1st to October 31st.
Spiezer Zügli
From April to October, the Spiezer Zügli takes you from Spiez train station on a circular route to the Spiez Bay from Sunday to Friday. The eventful trip with the popular blue train on wheels leads through the center along historical buildings to the ship landing stage.
Your highlights at a glance
- Discover Spiez on a leisurely tour
- Imposing view of the mountain scenery, lake and castle during the journey
- Blue, small train is a landmark of Spiez
- Culinary trips on selected dates on offer
- Extra trips with the Spiezer Zügli can be booked for groups of 10 people or more
To be observed so that your trip is perfect
- On the go from April to October from Sunday to Friday
- Take the timetable into account
- Not in operation in rainy weather
- Tickets are only available for cash
Location: Spiez
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Address
3700, Switzerland
Tickets
Swiss travel pass
Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Location: Spiez
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