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Overview

  • Round trip by funicular from Interlaken to Harder Kulm
  • Two-Lake Bridge: Platform with a view.
  • Food and drinks

Carry a print out of the voucher and exchange it at the funicular station of Harder Kulm.

  • Journey by a funicular
  • Dining in an exclusive location with a fantastic view in Panorama Restaurant on Harder Kulm
  • Get the sensational view of Lake Thun to the right, Lake Brienz to the left, Interlaken in between and straight ahead the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau
  • You can also enjoy watching the Sunset on Harder Kulm
  • Swiss folklore performances in summer months

Take a short walk from Interlaken Ost railway station to the Harder Railway valley station

Reach in 10 minutes to Harder Kulm in a modern funicular

  • Must carry a print of the voucher and exchange it at the funicular station of Harder Kulm in Interlaken
  • This is an independent, self-guided tour

15% cancellation for fully unused voucher.

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Mention an indicative date of travel when buying the ticket.

For Swiss Travel Pass holder Fare: Voucher can be exchanged and used on any one day duing the validity of the Swiss travel pass or before the validity date mentioned on the voucher whichever is earlier.

For Full Fare: Voucher can be exchanged and used on any one day before the validity date mentioned on the voucher.

Panorama Restaurant

Harderbahn: 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland

About Harder Kulm

At 1322 m above sea level, the Harder Kulm – Interlaken’s home mountain– promises astounding views.

A funicular railway more than 100 years old takes you up the Harder Kulm from Interlaken in just 10 minutes. Thanks to its central location and easy accessibility, this mountain can be part of almost any Switzerland itinerary. Once on top of the mountain, there are many ways to plan your time to suit your own preferences. The Harder Kulm is an ideal destination for foodies, fans of great views, hikers and nature lovers. The restaurant itself looks like a quaint castle from a fairy-tale.

In terms of food, it has everything to fulfill little and enormous cravings the same. What's more, those hungry for the view will likewise get their money’s worth: One cannot ask for more with Interlaken with its Lake Thun and Lake Brienz at the foot and the world-famous trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfraujoch always in view. 

Being Interlaken’s home mountain, it takes just 10 minutes on the panorama funicular from its Interlaken base station up to the top of Harder Kulm.

Harder Railway valley station which is the base station for Harder Kulm, is a short walk from Interlaken-Ost railway station.

Things to do at Harder Kulm

Here, you get the best view of Interlaken. With Thun to the right and Brienz to the left, you can decide which is bluer. Take a picture with the statue of the luckiest cow in Interlaken, who gets an unparalleled view of the beautiful sights. It is no wonder that she doesn’t want to move from there. Breathe in fresh air, as you see this magnificent view for yourself.

Its surely one of the best experiences you will have if not the best, with a view of the world acclaimed triumvirate of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau under the twilight. Experience the sun set at 1322m above sea level when on the Harder­- nothing else will be as romantic.

In the summer months, typical Swiss folklore performances take place on the Harder. It is an experience which is one of its kind where the Alps glow in the background. Let your gaze wander to the beautiful surroundings while you listen to live Swiss folklores.

A Swiss Pass holder can purchase tickets at nearly half the rate. Children under 16 years whose parents hold the pass, travel absolutely free. 

The discounted rates are valid on all the types of Swiss Travel Pass, i.e. 1st or 2nd class for 3, 4, 8, or 15 days continuous or flexi pass.

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Duration: 3 hrs 15 mins

Luzern Interlaken Express

Duration: 1hr 50 mins

Duration: 5hr 30 mins

The slowest express train in the world

Duration: 7 hrs 30 mins

Bernina Express (train):4 h - 4 h 30 min

Bernina Express (Bus): 3 h

Things to do

An ideal destination for foodies, fans of great views, hikers and nature lovers. One cannot ask for more with Interlaken with its Lake Thun and Lake Brienz at the foot and the world-famous trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfraujoch always in view from Harder Kulm

From the Two Lakes Bridge, watch the sun shine on the cerulean waters of the Thun Lake to the right, and the Brienz Lake to the left. If you can peel your eyes from the lake's for a moment, see straight ahead to view the majestic marvels of the Eiger, Mönch, and the Jungfrau mountains.

The Harder Kulm near Interlaken offers breathtaking views - even in the evening. The Harder Railway transports romantics of all kinds in time for the sunset, then back to Interlaken within ten minutes. 

The broad panorama path leads mostly through the pleasantly shady mountain forest, but also offers an expansive panoramic view of Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, the Bödeli between the two lakes and the majestic summits of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

This restaurant boasts a combination of a fantastic view, delicious food and good accessibility. It takes just 10 minutes to satisfy appetites big and small in an exclusive location.

In the summer months, typical Swiss folklore performances take place on the Harder Kulm. It is an experience which is one of its kind where the Alps glow in the background.

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FAQs On Harder Kulm

Harder Kulm is located in Interlaken, close to Interlaken OST station.

Yes, you can easily do the Harder Kulm excursion from Lucerne (approximately 2 hours 15 mins to the top).

    Harder Kulm in Switzerland is popular for many reasons:

  • The journey by the century old funicular
  • The restaurant on top which looks like a castle
  • The entertaining Swiss folklore performances take place in summers

Yes, Swiss Travel Pass holders get a 50% reduction on the fare to Harder Kulm

No, there are 3 seasonal rates in the year. Make sure you purchase the correct season to avoid any problem at boarding

The seasons are

Season 1: 17th Apr - 31st May & 1st Sep - 31st Oct

Season 2: 1st June - 31st Aug

Season 3: 1st Nov - 28th Nov

Yes, children between 0 – 16 years holding a family card and travelling with at least one parent holding a valid Swiss Pass travel free to Harder Kulm. Kids with parents holding a Eurail Pass or no pass pay a reduced fare.

If you’re at Interlaken OST station, you walk for about 8-10 minutes to the “Harder Railway valley station”. From there, take the funicular to the top.

Once your mountain vouchers are exchanged at the base station, it takes only 8-10 minutes to reach to the top of Harder Kulm.

The main attractions on Harder Kulm are

  • The “Two-Lakes-Bridge”, a viewing platform with a glass floor, which offers the best view of Interlaken and its 2 lakes - Thun and Brienz
  • The castle – like Panorama restaurant where you can have a meal with a view
  • The enjoyable Swiss folklore performances in the summer months

At 1322 m above sea level, Harder Kulm – Interlaken’s home mountain – promises astounding views of Interlaken from the top. You will have best experiences with a view of the world acclaimed triumvirate of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, along with a bird’s eye view over Interlaken and its lakes

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