Day 1 | Morning
Freilichtmuseum Ballenberg
Ticket Price: 22 CHF
Location: Museumsstrasse 131, 3858 Hofstetten near Brienz, Switzerland
The Ballenberg Open Air Museum is located near Brienz and mainly displays traditional Swiss architecture. About 100 of them are based on residential and agricultural buildings scattered throughout Switzerland, covering an area of 66 hectares. More than 250 kinds of poultry are also raised in the museum park, and many commercial crops are grown. It's like a folk village, with handicraft workshops, folk performances, cheese making, etc. These historic buildings, as well as their bedrooms and kitchen lights, show the country life in Switzerland.
Day 1 | Afternoon
Having the chance to enjoy the charming Freilichtmuseum Ballenberg, Brienz next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!
Brienz
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-0.5 Days
Location: Brienz, Interlaken
Located on the east bank of Lake Brienz, Brienz is a town known as the "Hometown of Wood Carving". There is a romantic Brunngasse Street in the town. The houses on the road were built in the 18th century and decorated with exquisite wood carvings, which are suitable for strolling and viewing. Switzerland's only woodcarving museum The small town of Brienz has a long history in woodworking and still has a school teaching carving and violin making. Visitors can visit the Brienz Wood Sculpture Museum (SchweizerHolzbildhauereiMuseum) in the town, which is also the only museum in Switzerland used to display woodcarving works. An open-air museum showing traditional culture Another place not to be missed is the Freilichtmuseum Ballenberg (Freilichtmuseum Ballenberg) on the outskirts of Brienz. There are representative houses and demonstrations of traditional craftsmanship, showing the colorful and wonderful Swiss culture. . Take the steam train to the Rothorn In addition, from the small town of Brienz, you can take the red steam cog train to the top of the Rothorn (Rothorn). The journey takes about 1 hour. From the top of the mountain, you can see the famous peaks of the Bernese Oberland such as Jungfrau, Eiger, Monk, Beta, and of course Lake Brienz.
Day 1 | Evening
Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Brienz? Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel and Spa Interlaken is one of your top choices.
Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel and Spa Interlaken
The Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa enjoys a privileged and picturesque location in Interlaken, between 2 beautiful lakes at the foot of the eternally snow-capped Jungfrau.The exclusive 5,500 m2 Victoria Jungfrau Spa is equipped with a pool, a sauna and a steam room. It provides body and face treatments and features a Sensai Select Spa. Fitness, sports and health coaching are also offered. Additionally, the Espa comprises a luxurious private spa for 2 and a cosy spa bar serving healthy spa cuisine.All rooms have a distinctive design and décor, ranging from classic to contemporary. Elegant interiors and spacious marble bathrooms complement the designs. Views extend to the Jungfrau, over the rooftops of Interlaken, or the nearby Harder.La Terrasse, awarded 15 Gault Millau points, is an elegant restaurant renowned for its fine international cuisine. At the Quaranta Uno, guests can enjoy Italian cuisine and fine wines. A sommelier can advise guests on their wine selection.The Victoria Jungfrau also features a sun terrace overlooking the Jungfrau Massif and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
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