April 2022 marks the launch of the new 20-stage hiking route, the ViaBerna, which extends from the Bernese Jura, past the Swiss capital of Bern, along Lake Thun towards the Alps and finally on to the Sustenpass. This hike combines cities, lakes and mountains in one route and is the first multi-stage route in the country to be awarded the European certification ‘Leading Quality Trail (Best of Europe)’ for its demarcation, scenery, access, website and facilities.

Check out the official ViaBerna website here. Or find out more about the 20 stages here and further information on Schweiz Mobil.

Overview of the 20 stages – 300km

Highlights along the route

No. 3: St. Imier – Nods
This hike takes you along a mountain trail through the wild forest gorge of La Combe Grède and up the Chasseral, where you can take a break with a breathtaking panorama and views of the Alps.
➡️ 10.5km
🕐 approx. 4 hours
↗️ 850m
↘️ 750m

No 9: Bern – Münsingen
This refreshing hike takes you out of the Swiss capital Bern and through beautiful river landscapes to Münsingen in the Aare Valley. The main highlight of the stage is, of course the capital city of Bern, with its UNESCO World Heritage Site old town, rich history and friendly inhabitants.
➡️ 15.5km
🕐 approx. 4 hours
↗️ 68m
↘️ 37m

No. 11: Thun – Aeschi
The city of Thun on the banks of the Aare River and Lake Thun is known as the gateway to the Bernese Oberland. Leaving the city, this varied hike runs along the shores of beautiful Lake Thun on pretty lakeside paths and over rolling hills to the beautiful bay of Spiez, then on to Aeschi.
➡️ 19.5km
🕐 approx. 5.5 hours
↗️ 516m
↘️ 213m

No. 15 Schynige Platte – Grindelwald First
With breathtaking views and impressive mountain landscapes, this is THE hike for the most incredible panoramas. This unique high-altitude hike from Schynige Platte to First above Grindelwald will get your heart rate up!
➡️ 17km
🕐 approx. 6 hours
↗️ 1,100m
↘️ 900m

No. 17 Rosenlaui – Hasliberg
Past mighty mountain flanks and across scenic meadows, the hike runs from the Reichenbach Valley up to the Hasliberg. On the way, you can experience the force of the glacier water and discover the story of Sherlock Holmes.
➡️ 11km
🕐 approx. 3.5 hours
↗️ 460m
↘️ 726m

Please get in touch with us if you would like to know more about the ViaBerna or if you are interested in hiking the whole route or parts of it – we’d be happy to help you organise your trip!