One of the most beautiful gorges that you can visit from Interlaken is Aare Gorge (Aareschlucht in German). It is only _ away by train and is incredibly easy to reach. I would definitely recommend traveling by train from Interlaken to Aare Gorge.
Known for its limestone formations, Aare Gorge is a large piece of bedrock. It stretches 1,400 meters long and 200 meters deep between Innertkirchen and Meiringen. With a system of safe paths and tunnels, you can walk through the gorgeous gorge to experience nature in a very unique way.
If you are thinking of taking the train from Interlaken to Aare Gorge or the other way around, read on below.
Here’s how to get from Interlaken to Aare Gorge and vice versa.
To begin, you can go to SBB’s website: www.sbb.ch.
You can put your departure and arrival destinations on the website. It will then guide you to where and when you need to be. An app is also available for iOS and Android devices.
If you wish to pay half the fare for all your train rides in Switzerland, a Half Fare Discount Card is available at www.sbb.ch. Your discount card allows you to travel and board most trains throughout Switzerland for half the price.
How to Travel From Interlaken to Aare Gorge
To travel by train from Interlaken to Aare Gorge, you will have to take the following trains:
- Take the train from Interlaken Ost to Meiringen.
- In Meiringen, take the train to Aareschlucht West or Aareschlucht Ost. This train normally leaves from Platform 13.
- Walk from the train stop to the Aare Gorge entrance.
- To get to the western entrance of Aareschlucht, you must walk from the Aareschlucht West train station across the bridge and past the car park. It is a short 5-minute walk.
- To get to the eastern entrance of Aareschlucht, you must exit the tunnel from the Aareschlucht Ost train stop and go up the stairs.
The travel time from Interlaken to Aare Gorge is between 43 minutes to 1 hour and 13 minutes depending on which train you take and if you get off in the eastern or western entrance.
How to Travel From Aare Gorge to Interlaken
To travel by train from Aare Gorge to Interlaken, you will have to take the following trains:
- Take the train from Aareschlucht West or Aareschlucht Ost to Meiringen.
- In Meiringen, take the train to Interlaken Ost.
The travel time from Aare Gorge to Interlaken is between 47 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes. Please note that the Aareschlucht Ost train station is a 5-minute walk away from the Aare Gorge Entrance.
Is there a direct train from Interlaken to Aare Gorge?
As of the time of writing (updated February 2023), there are no direct trains from Interlaken to Aare Gorge.
To get to either Interlaken or Aare Gorge, you will have to change to a connecting train in Meiringen.
How Long Is the Train Ride From Interlaken to Aare Gorge?
The following table shows the train ride duration from Interlaken to Aare Gorge (updated February 2023):
| Route | Duration (fastest) |
|---|---|
| Interlaken Ost – Meiringen – Aareschlucht West | 43 minutes |
| Interlaken Ost – Meiringen – Aareschlucht Ost | 1 hour 9 minutes |
| Aareschlucht West – Meiringen – Interlaken Ost | 47 minutes |
| Aareschlucht Ost – Meiringen – Interlaken Ost | 1 hour 13 minutes |
Is the Train Route From Interlaken to Aare Gorge Scenic?
Not entirely. The train route from Interlaken to Meiringen is part of the Lucerne-Interlaken Express train which is also known as the GoldenPass route. From Meiringen onwards, you will be riding on a normal regional train.
Do You Need a Seat Reservation on the Train?
No, there is no need to reserve a spot on the train. But you can always add this option if that is your wish.
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