Discover the spectacular Aare Gorge, one of Switzerland's most impressive natural attractions. Walk through a dramatic 1.4-kilometre-long gorge, surrounded by towering rock walls, narrow passages and the powerful turquoise waters of the Aare River.
Overview
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Highlights
- Aare Gorge Explore a spectacular natural gorge up to 200 metres deep.
- Scenic Walk Follow the 1.4-kilometre walkway through impressive rock formations.
- Natural Beauty Discover the power of glacier water and nature.
- Family Friendly Enjoy an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
- Evening Illumination Experience the gorge under atmospheric lighting on selected summer evenings
Full description
Experience the impressive beauty of the Aare Gorge, located between Meiringen and Innertkirchen in the Bernese Oberland.
Over thousands of years, the Aare River carved its way through the limestone rock, creating a spectacular gorge approximately 1.4 kilometres long and up to 200 metres deep.
Follow the safe walkways and tunnels through narrow passages, admire the towering rock walls and watch the powerful glacier water flowing beneath your feet.
The walk through the gorge takes approximately 45 minutes, offering a unique experience for nature lovers, families and visitors of all ages.
At the western entrance, you will also find a restaurant and a children’s playground, making it a perfect destination for a relaxing family excursion.
Evening Illumination
During selected summer evenings, parts of the Aare Gorge are beautifully illuminated, creating a special atmosphere. In 2026, evening illumination takes place on Fridays and Saturdays from 3 July to 29 August, between 6:30 PM and 10:00 PM.
During these evenings, visitors enter and return through the western entrance. Special opening arrangements apply.
Includes/Excludes
- Admission ticket to the Aare Gorge.
- Access to the visitor walkways within the gorge.
- Access to the open entrance sections according to the operating schedule.
- Train tickets from Interlaken Ost to Meiringen.
- Local transport to the Aare Gorge entrances.
- Food and drinks.
- Personal expenses.
- Any additional services not specifically mentioned under What's Included
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Meeting point
- Aareschluchtstrasse 3, 3860 Schattenhalb, Schweiz
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