Interlaken

The Aare River flows through the town. Interlaken is located between Lake Brienz to the east and Lake Thun to the west in the area called Bödeli. The town takes its name from its geographical position between the lakes (in Latin inter lacus).

Below you will find some useful information to consider before you travel:

Language:
Interlaken is situated in the German speaking part of Switzerland. In addition to the German language many locals speak English and French

Electric Current:
230 Volt , 50 Hertz

IMPORTANT NOTE: Standard European adapters do not work in many hotels within Interlaken. Switzerland has its own standard which is similar to the European standard, except that it has the addition of a grounding pin. The below diagram illustrates the type of adapter required to avoid any disappointment.

Tipping:
Service charge is included in prices of hotels, restaurants, hairdressers and taxis. For extraordinary quality of service small tips are certainly well appreciated.

Time Zone: GMT + 1 hr, EST + 6 hrs. Daylight savings time (+ 1 hr) end of March until end of October.
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Country dialing code: +41
Telephone area code: 033
VAT: There is a Value Added Tax of 3.6% on accommodation and breakfast, 7.6% on meals and beverages.

General information about Interlaken
Status: Town / Swiss municipality
Area: Approximately 1.7 square miles / 4.5 square kilometres
Located 570m / 1870ft above sea level
Population: Approximately 6,000