The full journey from Interlaken Ost to Brienz takes approximately 1 hour 13 minutes, with up to 5 intermediate stops along the way. Routes and the number of stops may vary depending on the specific departure, so it is worth checking the current timetable before your visit.
Lake Brienz Day Pass
from: CHF 20
Duration
Valid for one full day on all scheduled passenger boats on Lake Brienz
Class
Available in 1st and 2nd class
Frequency
Multiple scheduled departures throughout the day between Interlaken Ost and Brienz, with up to 5 intermediate stops
Route Highlights
Interlaken Ost → up to 5 lakeside stops → Brienz, with charming villages, harbours, and sweeping mountain views along the way
Enjoy unlimited travel on Lake Brienz, one of Switzerland’s most scenic lakes, with the BLS Schifffahrt day pass. This ticket allows you to use all scheduled passenger boats on Lake Brienz throughout the day and is available in 1st or 2nd class.
Children under 6 travel free, as do children holding a Junior Travelcard or a Children’s Co-Travelcard.
Please note that the pass is not valid on event cruises or special sailings.
Lake Brienz Day Pass – Highlights
Travel freely between Interlaken Ost and Brienz, hopping on and off the boats as often as you like. You can step ashore at any stop to explore charming lakeside villages, visit harbours, or enjoy a walk along the shoreline before continuing your journey.
Journey time (Interlaken Ost – Brienz): approx. 1 hour 13 minutes
Up to 5 intermediate stops along the route
Routes and stops may vary depending on the specific departure — please check the current timetable.
Spend a full day discovering the beauty of Lake Brienz with complete flexibility and unforgettable mountain views.
What your ticket includes
A valid ticket Lake Brienz Day Pass
Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off on Lake Brienz
Board and disembark as many times as you like throughout the day — the pass covers all scheduled sailings with no restrictions
One of Switzerland’s Most Scenic Lakes
Lake Brienz is renowned for its vivid turquoise water and dramatic mountain backdrop — one of the most photographed lakes in the Bernese Oberland
Journey of 1 Hour 13 Minutes Shore to Shore
The full route from Interlaken Ost to Brienz takes just over an hour — a leisurely and scenic crossing of the entire lake
Up to 5 Intermediate Stops Along the Shore
Step ashore at charming lakeside villages, explore harbours, and walk the shoreline before catching the next boat
Turquoise Waters of the Bernese Oberland
Lake Brienz is famous for its exceptionally vivid turquoise colour — one of the most visually striking lakes in all of Switzerland
Complete Freedom to Explore at Your Own Pace
With no fixed itinerary and a full day of validity, the pass lets you discover Lake Brienz entirely on your own terms
Lake Brienz is one of the most strikingly beautiful lakes in the Bernese Oberland, stretching between the resort town of Interlaken in the west and the village of Brienz in the east. The BLS Schifffahrt passenger boats operate scheduled services across the full length of the lake, calling at intermediate stops along both the northern and southern shores. The pass is valid on all scheduled sailings throughout the day in your chosen class.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Western terminus | Interlaken Ost |
| Eastern terminus | Brienz |
| Journey time (full route) | Approximately 1 hour 13 minutes |
| Intermediate stops | Up to 5 stops along the route |
| Ticket type | Full-day unlimited hop-on hop-off |
| Classes available | 1st and 2nd class |
| Note | Routes and stops may vary by departure — check current timetable |
How to make the most of the day pass:
- Board at Interlaken Ost and cruise towards Brienz at your own pace
- Disembark at any intermediate stop to explore a lakeside village, harbour, or shoreline walk
- Re-board any subsequent scheduled sailing to continue your journey
- Travel in either direction as many times as you like throughout the day
- Unlimited travel on all scheduled BLS Schifffahrt passenger boats on Lake Brienz for one full day
- Travel in your chosen class — 1st or 2nd
- Hop-on hop-off access at all stops along the route including up to 5 intermediate stations
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Validity | One full day on all scheduled sailings |
| Classes | 1st and 2nd class |
| Route | Interlaken Ost – Brienz (and vice versa) |
| Journey time | Approximately 1 hour 13 minutes end to end |
| Intermediate stops | Up to 5 (varies by departure) |
| Timetable | Routes and stops may vary — check current timetable before travel |
| Pass | Discount |
|---|---|
| Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) | 50% discount |
| Swiss Half Fare Card | 50% discount |
| Eurail / Interrail | 50% discount |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long does it take to cross Lake Brienz from Interlaken to Brienz?
Can I get off the boat and reboard during the day?
Yes — the day pass is a hop-on hop-off ticket, allowing you to disembark at any stop along the lake, explore the shoreline, visit a village or harbour, and then board any subsequent scheduled sailing to continue your journey. There is no limit to how many times you can board and disembark during the day.
Is the Lake Brienz Day Pass valid on all boat services on the lake?
The pass is valid on all regularly scheduled BLS Schifffahrt passenger services on Lake Brienz. It is not valid on event cruises or special sailings. Routes and stops can vary by departure, so checking the current timetable on the day of travel is recommended.
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