Interlaken Shopping Walking Tour, Interlaken

Interlaken Shopping Walking Tour (Self Guided), Interlaken

Set amid the picturesque landscapes of Switzerland, Interlaken – among other delights – beckons visitors with its charming streets lined with shops, fashionable boutiques, and specialized stores. The town's main street – Höheweg – is the place where you can find a wide choice of souvenirs, watches, chocolate, and sports equipment of renowned brands, plus the stunning alpine scenery to boot.

One notable stop here is the Schuh Pastry Shop, where the aroma of freshly baked pastries wafts through the air, tempting passersby to indulge in delicious treats.

Omega, another prominent establishment, caters to those with a penchant for luxury watches. Here, aficionados can explore a collection of finely crafted timepieces renowned for their precision and elegance.

Meanwhile, high-quality brand enthusiasts can peruse the exquisite pieces at Gallery Metropole, showcasing an extensive array of Swiss Army Knives and other traditional items.

For those seeking exquisite jewelry, Bucherer is a must-visit destination. Renowned for its stunning selection of watches and fine jewelry, it epitomizes Swiss craftsmanship and luxury.

Additionally, Kirchhofer’s Casino Gallery Shop offers a diverse range of renowned watch brands alongside designer leather goods, ensuring customers can find the perfect timepiece or accessory within their desired price range.

No visit to Interlaken is complete without indulging in the rich flavors of Swiss chocolate, and the Swiss Chocolate Chalet offers an array of tempting delights.

Meanwhile, Heimatwerk showcases traditional Swiss handicrafts, providing visitors with an opportunity to take home some authentic souvenirs.

Finally, ALSCHER presents a curated selection of Swiss-made gifts and collector's items, catering to shoppers seeking to acquire stylish music boxes or wood carvings.

Embarking on a shopping trip to Interlaken, prepare yourself for a blend of tradition and modernity. And if you need directions, rely on our self-guided walk to help you discover some truly interesting finds in the most popular shopping spots of Interlaken.

Image Courtesy of Flickr and James Petts.

How it works: Download the app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store to your mobile phone or tablet. The app turns your mobile device into a personal tour guide and its built-in GPS navigation functions guide you from one tour stop to next. The app works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.

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Map Instructions: (1) Click the "Nearby Sights" button to view the nearby attractions; (2) click a map pin to see sight information.

Guide Name: Interlaken Shopping Walking Tour
Guide Location: Switzerland » Interlaken (See other walking tours in Interlaken)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.7 Km or 0.4 Miles

Sights Featured in This Walk

WalkBuilder (customize this walk or build your own)

Use the WalkBuilder tool below to customize this walk to suit your interests. Instructions: click

at the upper right corner in the map above to view other sights in the city. To learn more about a sight, click a map pin. Click the “+” or “–” to add or remove a sight from the walk. To reorder the selected sights, simply drag and move them up or down the list in the left column.

Click here to view route map

Enter a name for your custom walk, along with your email address, in the fields below. You will receive the instructions for retrieving your custom walk in the GPSmyCity app by email. The GPSmyCity app offers turn-by-turn travel directions to guide you from one attraction to the next.
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I access my walking tour in Interlaken?
Save your walking tour on the website. Then download the GPSmyCity app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and sign in to your GPSmyCity account. Next, download “Interlaken Map and Walking Tours” within the app. Your walk will appear on the Walks screen.

2. How do I view other attractions in Interlaken?
At the upper-right corner of the map above, click the “Nearby Sights” button to show or hide other sights in the city. Click a map pin to view details about a sight. To add a sight to your walk, find it in the right column of the WalkBuilder tool above and click the “+” button next to it.

3. How do I re-arrange the sight order?
In the left column of the WalkBuilder tool, drag a sight to move it up or down the list. Then click “Click here to view route map”. Repeat this process until the route meets your needs.

4. Can I add my hotel to a walking tour?
Yes. You can add your hotel as the starting point, the ending point, or both (creating a loop route). This feature is currently available only in the GPSmyCity app.

5. Can I add my own sights to a walking tour?
Yes. You can add sightss that are not in our database and include them in your walk. To do so, sign in to your GPSmyCity account on the website or use the GPSmyCity app.

6. How many sights can be included in a walking tour?
For technical reasons, the number of sights in a walking tour is currently capped at 20. This limit may be increased over time.

Walking Tours in Interlaken, Switzerland

Create Your Own Walk in Interlaken

Creating your own self-guided walk in Interlaken is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.

Interlaken Introduction Walking Tour

Interlaken, meaning "between two lakes," is a picturesque town in the canton of Bern. It is known for its beauty and serene atmosphere. Interlaken is a very popular resort town in Switzerland.

The city was originally called Aarmuhle due to its location on the Aare River. The name was changed to Interlaken in 1891. Even before the name change, the area was popular with tourists. At the... view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles