Lake Thun and Lake Brienz​

Whichever boat they chose, your clients will enjoy cruising over turquoise water while taking in views of the Bernese Oberland – the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau – and historic villages and castles. Most boats offer two classes: 2nd on the main deck and 1st on the upper deck.​

​ The essentials at a glance​

From tickets to timetables – everything you need to prepare your clients for a smooth cruise on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. ​

Tickets

Find the perfect ticket

  • Scheduled cruises covered by the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex)
  • 50% discount on scheduled cruises with the Swiss Half Fare Card
  • Scheduled cruises covered by Eurail / Interrail

Bookings and reservations​

Information about bookings and reservations

  • Mandatory seat reservation for groups of 10 or more
  • Mandatory advance selection of a menu for groups of 20 or more

Luggage ​

All you need to know about luggage services

   

Timetable

Get timetable information

  • Lake Thun: Year-round operation
  • Lake Brienz: Seasonal operation from April to December

Available services

  • CruisesVarious cruises and round trips on different steam and motor vessels available.

  • Historic paddle steamer ​– During peak season, a historic paddle steamer operates on each lake.​

  • Themed and culinary cruises ​– Various themed and culinary cruises with curated buffets available (surcharge applies).​

  • Catering ​– À-la-carte restaurants aboard all scheduled cruises. Mandatory reservation for groups.​

In pictures​

Explore the BLS Boat Cruises on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz ​

Find further information on the official website.​

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