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Hikes in Thun

Canton of Bern,Switzerland

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Discover the wide variety of hikes in Thun and the surrounding area. From easy routes for beginners to challenging tours for professionals, everything is included.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Thun

The hike follows the ViaJacobi.
Hiking Trail · Bernese Oberland
From Spiez to Wattenwil
Premium content Difficulty T1 difficult
23.8 km
6:30 h
364 m
396 m
This hike is the fourth stage of the Swiss Way of St. James, the ViaJacobi. It leads from Spiez via Einigen, Amsoldingen and Blumenstein to Wattenwil.
Bridge in the Chole Gorge
Hiking Trail · Hilterfingen
Hünibach – Goldiwil: picturesque hike through the Cholerenschlucht
recommended route Difficulty moderate
4
8.2 km
2:55 h
468 m
442 m
Circular hike for hot summer days through the gorge, past water basins and waterfalls to Goldiwil and via Heiligenschwendi back to Hünibach.
sigriswil-panorama-bridge-summer-forests
Hiking Trail · Holiday region Interlaken
Adventure hike Sigriswil - Thun
recommended route Difficulty moderate
5
10.9 km
3:15 h
133 m
366 m
On this hike, the stunning panoramic views of the sunny lakeside of Lake Thun are your constant companion.
A nice resting place by the Aare.
Hiking Trail · Bern region
From Bern to Thun
Premium content Difficulty difficult closed
34 km
8:30 h
99 m
86 m
This hike goes upstream along the Aare from Bern to Thun. Besides plenty of Aare water, you also encounter traffic noise occasionally, but once in a while peaceful sand and stone slab spots invite you to take a break or even a swim.
Lakeside meadow near Einigen.
Hiking Trail · Bernese Oberland
ViaBerna. Stage 11: Thun - Aeschi bei Spiez
Premium content Difficulty moderate Stage 11 closed
18.9 km
5:30 h
516 m
213 m
The hike along Lake Thun repeatedly elicits gasps of awe from walkers. An early start is worthwhile; the morning light over the lake is breathtaking.
Alpine view on the way to Thun.
Hiking Trail · Bern region
ViaBerna. Stage 10: Münsingen – Thun
Premium content Difficulty moderate Stage 10
16.9 km
4:30 h
75 m
40 m
In addition to a lot of Aare water, you also get quite a bit of highway noise on this stage. But again and again, cozy sand and stone slab spots invite you to rest or take a bath.
Oberhofen Castle with steamship Blümlisalp, Oberhofen on Lake Thun
Hiking Trail · Bernese Oberland
Castle hike along Lake Thun
recommended route Difficulty easy
7.9 km
2:05 h
83 m
80 m
The leisurely hike from Thun to Oberhofen (or Spiez) combines wonderful nature with historic highlights. Five fairytale castles await you along Lake Thun.
Spiezer Bay, Spiez Castle and Spiez Castle Church.
Hiking Trail · Bernese Oberland
Five castles on Lake Thun
Premium content Difficulty T1 difficult
21.4 km
6:00 h
193 m
262 m
This hike at Lake Thun connects the five Lake Thun castles: Spiez Castle, Schadau Castle, Thun Castle, Hünegg Castle near Hilterfingen, and Oberhofen Castle.
Hiking Trail · Holiday region Interlaken
ViaBerna - Stage 11 Thun - Aeschi
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 11
5
19.6 km
5:30 h
710 m
410 m
The varied hike runs along excellent lakeside paths by Lake Thun and leads over scenic heights to the beautiful bay of Spiez and on to Aeschi.
Port of Thun near the lido.
Hiking Trail · Bernese Oberland
From Kleist-Island to Grunder Island
Premium content Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
5 km
1:30 h
9 m
10 m
Two romantic islands lie in Lake Thun: the poet Heinrich von Kleist once lived and wrote on Kleist-Island, and Grunder Island offers a beautiful view over Lake Thun.
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Welcome to Thun, where you can discover a variety of hikes suitable for all tastes and abilities. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced hiker, you are guaranteed to find your perfect hiking tour here.

Hikes in Thun

In Thun itself, there are numerous beautiful hiking trails that lead you through picturesque landscapes. One popular trail, for example, is the panoramic trail above the lake with breathtaking views of the water and surrounding mountains. Another recommended route is the circular trail around Schadaupark, ideal for a relaxing walk in the countryside.

Sights during your hiking tours

In addition to the impressive natural surroundings, Thun also offers a number of tourist attractions along the hiking trails. Visit Thun Castle, for example, which towers high above the town and offers an exciting insight into its history. Or take a detour to the old town with its charming alleyways and historic buildings.

Hiking around Thun

If you fancy exploring a little further afield, there are also wonderful hiking trails to discover near Thun. Head into the nearby Bernese Oberland, for example, and hike through idyllic alpine meadows with views of majestic peaks such as the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

Hut magic along the way

The cozy huts along some of the routes are certainly a special attraction during your hiking tours. Here you can take a well-earned break, enjoy regional specialties or even book an overnight stay and spend even more time in this dreamlike setting.

Reviews

  • April 13, 2025
    Jason Mack 
    We did the hike in reverse from Thun to Sigriswil which made it slightly more challenging in my view. Some reasonably steep sections with steps require a level of fitness. Overall very scenic and highly recommended on a clear day as the mountain and lake views are spectacular. Appropriate footwear recommended (and hiking sticks useful at times)
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    Written April 13, 2025
  • February 19, 2023
    Evelyne Mettler
    Achtung: Dir Bushaltestelle „Brügg“ gibt es wohl nicht mehr. Man hat uns empfohlen, mit dem Bus Nr. 51 bis nach „Untere Schwand“ zu nehmen und von dort loszumaschieren. Empfehlung: In Uebeschi unbedingt in der Käsei feinen lokalen Käse kaufen und ein bisschen weiter im „Bachegge“ feinstes Konfekt für den Sonntagskaffe daheim mitnehmen!
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    Written February 19, 2023
  • September 17, 2021
    Jonathan Fairhurst 
    September 04, 2021
    Straight forward walk through the forest with some lovely sections. Great views over Thun from the viewpoint.
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    Photo: Jonathan Fairhurst, Community
    Written September 17, 2021
  • May 17, 2020
    Irene Persson
    May 16, 2020
    sehr schön
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    Photo: Irene Persson, Community
    Written May 17, 2020
    Hiking Trail
    From Einigen to Thun
  • November 17, 2018
    Fabien Burkhalter
    November 16, 2018
    Dieser Marsch ist sehr hart, nicht unbedingt nur physisch sondern psychisch, denn es ist nicht leicht über 24 Stunden zu marschieren und dazu noch die Karte zu lesen.
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    Written November 17, 2018
    Hiking Trail
    U"CARPE DIEM"
  • June 16, 2018
    Rene Meyer
    Sehr schöne Wanderung entlang der Aare. Durch die Nähe der Autobahn sind die Geräusche der Fahrzeuge stark wahrnehmbar. Hier findet man die Stille nicht. Trotzdem lohnenswert!
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    Written June 16, 2018
  • February 05, 2016
    Olaf Hennig
    Bis zur Bushaltestelle Goldiwil ein Strecke, die für Kinder gut geeignet ist. Märchenhafter Flußlauf, zwei Wasserfälle, und mehrere Stellen, an denen man gut bis an den Bach ran kann. Nach der Bushaltestelle ist es langweilig.
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    Schweizer Kinder sind anscheinend gefährlich.
    Photo: Olaf Hennig, Community
    Schweizer Frösche bauen auch Drahtseilbahnen
    Photo: Olaf Hennig, Community
    Written February 05, 2016

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