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"Griesalp UNESCO Alpine Valleys" - E-bike tour from Interlaken

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On the e-bike tour to Griesalp, you'll discover the UNESCO-protected Kiental with its waterfalls and peaks. Between Interlaken, Kiental, and Griesalp, you experience quiet valleys, steep roads, and scenic alpine pastures.

Highlights

  • Ride the e-bike from Interlaken through the Kander Valley to the remote Kiental and on to Griesalp
  • Experience the steep post bus road into the UNESCO-protected valley with waterfalls and rocky valley sides
  • Enjoy views of prominent peaks and glaciers of the Blüemlisalp group around Griesalp
  • Taste authentic Swiss cheese from a local alpine dairy farm
  • Take in the panoramic view of peaks over 3000 m high like the Blüemlisalp

Description

On this e-bike tour, you'll ride from Interlaken through the Kandertal valley to Kiental and on to Griesalp. Along the way, you'll pass rivers, forests and villages, with repeated views of the high peaks of the Bernese Alps. The route follows the steep PostBus road into the UNESCO-protected Kiental valley, with its waterfalls and striking rock faces.

At Griesalp, immerse yourself in alpine scenery, with mountain pastures, streams and views of the Blüemlisalp range. Depending on the tour, there may be time for a break at a mountain inn or a short walk nearby. With e-bike assistance, you can tackle the long climbs more easily and focus on the scenery and views.

Pick-up at selected locations in and around Interlaken

Kiental is the starting point for the tour. You can be picked up at the following locations:

  • Interlaken Ost railway station, Untere Bönigstrasse, 3800 Interlaken
  • Interlaken West railway station, Bahnhofstrasse, 3800 Interlaken
  • Matten b. Interlaken, Hotel Sonne (bus stop), Hauptstrasse 34, 3800 Matten b. Interlaken
  • Wilderswil railway station, Bahnhofstrasse, 3812 Wilderswil

Itinerary

  • 08:00–08:20 Pick-up at one of the designated meeting points in the Interlaken area.
  • 08:20–09:00 Meet your guide and travel by minibus (with the bikes) towards Kiental, where your adventure begins.
  • 09:00–09:30 Get familiar with your e-bike, choose a helmet and receive a short briefing before setting off.
  • 09:30–13:00 Ride through idyllic Kiental, following the Kiene to the unique alpine lake Tschingelsee. Surrounded by impressive peaks and picturesque waterfalls such as Gwindlibachfall and Dündenfall, this route offers countless photo opportunities. Climb the famous PostBus road, Europe's steepest public road, with short scenic stops along the way to Griesalp.
  • 13:00–14:00 Lunch at the charming Golderli mountain restaurant or a relaxing picnic in the surrounding countryside.
  • 14:00–15:30 Explore the valley beyond Griesalp, with views of glaciers and peaks over 3,000 m high, including the Blüemlisalp range. Enjoy a relaxed ride, stop to sample fresh alpine cheese at a farm and soak up the wild alpine atmosphere.
  • Around 16:30 Return to Interlaken.
  • Total distance: 27 km. The route can be adapted on private tours.

What to bring

  • Backpack with a water bottle and snack
  • Sturdy footwear (hiking or cycling shoes are ideal)
  • Weather-appropriate clothing (check the forecast)
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Phone and camera
  • Cash

Inclusions

  • Included:

    Guided e-bike tour

  • Included:

    Premium rental of e-mountain bikes and helmets

  • Included:

    Experienced local guide

  • Included:

    Pickup at selected locations in and around Interlaken

  • Included:

    40-minute transfer to Kiental (tour starting point)

  • Included:

    Photos from the trip taken by the guide

  • Included:

    Bike cleaning and maintenance after the ride

  • Included:

    Cheese tasting at a mountain farm

  • Included:

    Transfer back to Interlaken

  • Not included:

    Food and Drinks in Restaurants

  • Not included:

    Private Insurance

Meeting point

Wilderswil Bahnhof, Bahnhofstrasse, 3812 Wilderswil (oder an einem der anderen Treffpunkte, bitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter)

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Important information

  • Minimum age: 16 years
  • Maximum weight: 120 kg
  • Participants must be confident cyclists and in good general health
  • Strongly recommended: valid private insurance covering outdoor and mountain activities
  • Tour may be cancelled or rescheduled in extreme weather conditions

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