Berghaus Gurnigel
Power up the winding switchbacks of the Gurnigel Pass, a favorite of local drivers testing their gearboxes. Park at the Berghaus for a quick, no-nonsense espresso and a breath of crisp mountain air with views stretching across the Bernese Alps.
Thun Altstadt
Descend into Thun, a historic town where the river Aare spills out of the lake. Skip the castle crowds and wander the unique double-decker sidewalks of Obere Hauptgasse, stopping to explore the independent boutiques and watch the river surfers.
Belvédère Strandhotel
Drive around the bay to Spiez for lunch on the terrace at the Belvédère. It is a design-forward spot where you can eat fresh perch fillets from the lake while looking out over the marina and the steeply terraced vineyards.
Panoramabrücke Sigriswil
Cross over to the sunny side of the lake to Sigriswil. Walk across the spectacular 340-meter-long suspension bridge for dizzying views of the Bernese Alps, then grab a final macchiato at the nearby Hotel Bären before the easy cruise back to Bern.
