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Stockhorn

📍 Stockhorn, Thun, Switzerland
Stockhorn
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Quick Facts

Location
Switzerland, Thun
Category
National Park & Nature
Duration
Half day
Address
Stockhorn, Thun, Switzerland
Coordinates
46.6940, 7.5377

Introduction

The Stockhorn is a celebrated viewpoint peak of the Bernese Oberland, its 2,190-metre summit rising above the Simme valley near Lake Thun. Note that it belongs to the Interlaken and Bern side of Switzerland, not the Zermatt area. From the 360-degree summit platform the horizon runs from the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau toward Mont Blanc on clear days. The cable car from Erlenbach climbs past a mid-station famous for bungee jumps into an alpine lake, a leap that draws daredevils worldwide. Two small tarns near the top mirror the peaks in summer, and the circular summit walk takes under an hour, suiting families.

✨ Highlights

1
360-Degree Platform
Views sweep from the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau toward Mont Blanc.
2
Bungee from the Gondola
A famed jump from the mid-station toward the lake below.
3
Twin Alpine Tarns
Two small lakes near the summit mirror the peaks in summer.
4
Summit Loop Trail
An easy circuit of under an hour, friendly to all ages.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best Season：May to October for the best views; some facilities run in winter.
→Duration：About 3-4 hours including the lift and time on top.
→Transport：Train from Bern or Interlaken to Erlenbach, then the cable car.
→Gear：It is windy at the top, so pack a windproof layer.
→Food：A panoramic restaurant operates at the summit.
→Ticket Information：Return fares per the official site; some travel passes offer discounts.

💡 Tips

• Note for planners: the Stockhorn lies in the Bernese Oberland, about three hours' drive from Zermatt.
• Book the bungee jump ahead and confirm operating dates.
• Visibility makes or breaks the visit, so check the summit webcam first.
• Pair it with a Lake Thun cruise for a full mountain-and-water day.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Stockhorn?

Return fares per the official site; some travel passes offer discounts.

Any practical tips for visiting Stockhorn?

Note for planners: the Stockhorn lies in the Bernese Oberland, about three hours' drive from Zermatt. Book the bungee jump ahead and confirm operating dates.

How long should I spend at Stockhorn?

A typical visit takes Half day.

Information compiled from public sources; lift operations and prices may change, please verify with official sources.