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Balmers Hostel
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Glide across turquoise waters surrounded by epic mountain views 🌊🏔️ Kayaking is the perfect way to soak up the magic of Interlaken and its stunning lakes 💙 #LakeVibes
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Last year, Switzerland set a new record with 42.8 million overnight stays. It’s obvious why so many people want to visit this beautiful country, but even with so many tourists, you can still manage to find hidden gems.
📍This is Aare Gorge
It sees only a small fraction of tourists each year, but it was one of our favorite places that we visited in Switzerland!
This gorge was formed over 10,000 years ago after the last Ice Age. Today, milky blue glacial water still flows through the narrow limestone gorge covered in moss. The vibrant colors and unique formations make this one of the most beautiful gorges in the world.
Here is everything you need to know about visiting Aare Gorge:
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📍Location: Meiringen, Switzerland (near Interlaken)
🚗 Directions: There is an East and West Entrances; the West Entrance is the most popular. Both entrances can be reached by the Meiringen–Innertkirchen Railway (Zentralbahn).
💰Fee: 12 CHF
🥾Distance: The gorge walk is about 1 mile long and follows along an elevated boardwalk and through tunnels. A train will take you back to the other entrance, or you can walk back through the gorge.
📚Interesting History: The gorge opened to tourists in 1888. You can also see the entrance to two underground WWII bunkers in the gorge. The Aare River is also the longest river that resides entirely in Switzerland.
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📷 @justsimplywander
💡 Travel to Switzerland on a budget? Stay at Balmers.
✅ Affordable beds
✅ Free Interlaken Guest Card
✅ Hostel kitchen & bar vibes
Adventure doesn’t have to cost a fortune.
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📷 @sophiegracemcquillan
⛰️ Sleep. Explore. Repeat.
From paragliding over the Alps to chilling at Lake Brienz — Balmers is your basecamp for everything Interlaken.
Book your adventure
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📷 @melodylois
✨ Since 1907, Balmers Hostel has been more than just a place to stay; it’s a home for travelers from all around the world. 🌍💛 Whether you’re here for adventure, new friendships, or just good vibes in the Swiss Alps, Balmers is where it all begins.
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End of August in the Alps
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📷 @megan_.farkas
I wake up early in vacations for views like these ❤️
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📷 vasudhaivya_kutumbakam
Reminder: rafting season in the Swiss Alps is short! 🌊 Depending on water levels, it might only last a few more weeks. If you want in, book your spot as soon as possible! 🚤⛰️
The mighty Lütschine offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the Swiss Alps. Straight from the start, below the Eiger north face, continuous class III-IV rapids surge down from the mountains and out into the Interlaken valley and the Lake of Brienz. It is an exhilarating rush from start to finish.
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📷 @outdoorinterlaken
I think the Swiss Alps are calling my name 🙂
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#lauterbrunnen #grindelwald #lakethun #iseltwald #lakebrienz
A street of colors in Interlaken 🎨☂️✨ — dozens of umbrellas floating above, turning every step into a little piece of art under the Swiss sky. 🇨🇭
It is located on Postgasse, just next door to Funky Chocolate Club
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🌍 Balmers Hostel: your home base in Interlaken!
Perfectly located between lakes and mountains, Balmers is the spot to start every adventure – from hiking and canyoning to paragliding and day trips across the Swiss Alps. ⛰️✨
🤝 More than just a place to sleep, it’s where travelers meet, connect, and share unforgettable stories. The perfect mix of comfort, community, and adventure – all in one place.
balmersinterlaken | Interlaken, Switzerland 🇨🇭
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📷 @macymorehart
📍oeschinensee lake, switzerland
Save this for your next trip to the Swiss Alps :)
Sunshine, or rain - this place is amazing
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📷 @caidenjacksontravel
🍿✨ Nothing beats winding down after a day of Swiss adventures like a cozy movie night at Balmers! Our common room is the perfect spot to relax, meet fellow travelers, and share the vibes – from Netflix marathons to classic favorites on the screen. 🎬
It’s more than just a hostel lounge… It’s where friendships start. 💛
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Come hang out with us and enjoy great company and good music! Every day, a new activity. We’re all about creating a friendly vibe and making new friends.
Asnwer at the end 😉
Bungy from a gondola in the Swiss Alps!
Take the leap 134 meters above a stunning alpine lake – an adventure that rips you out of your comfort zone and floods you with pure adrenaline. 🌍✨ An experience you’ll never forget.
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📷 @outdoorinterlaken
🌍 Welcome to Interlaken, the adventure capital of Switzerland! Surrounded by the turquoise lakes Thun & Brienz and framed by the mighty peaks of Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau, this region is pure magic. ✨
⛰️ From world-famous valleys like Lauterbrunnen, to hidden gems like Giessbach Falls, every corner around Interlaken is a postcard waiting to happen. Hike, swim, climb, or simply relax – nature here does not disappoint.
📍 Staying at Balmers puts you right in the center of it all – the best basecamp for your Swiss adventure
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Days full of hikes, swims, and picnics 🌞🏔️ … nights with BBQs, karaoke, and new friends 🎶🔥 Life at Balmers is all about sharing adventures and unforgettable moments 💛
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SEND this to someone you want to hike with!! 🇨🇭🧗🏼♀️
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📷 @aubruhhhh
Welcome to your Swiss home away from home 🏔️✨ Settle in, unpack, and get ready for adventures, dorm life at Balmers Hostel is where journeys (and friendships) begin 💛
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Step into the legend ✨ Deep inside the St. Beatus Caves, where waterfalls, winding passages, and a dragon’s tale make the Swiss Alps feel truly magical 🐉💦 #StBeatusHöhlen
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The adventure starts here! 🌍✨ New friends, good vibes, and unforgettable memories — all beginning at the doors of Balmers Hostel 🏔️💛
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📷 @macymorehart
Canyoning in Switzerland offers a range of experiences, from easy, beginner-friendly outings to full-day, 8-hour adventures for athletic thrill-seekers.
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📷 @outdoorinterlaken
How are places like this even real!!
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📷 @laurenwolfe
🎉 “Hostel vibes = cozy beds, big laughs, and nights you’ll never forget. Balmers Hostel is your Swiss home away from home. 🇨🇭✨
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📷 @macymorehart
Picnic by the lake = pure Swiss bliss 🧺✨ Good food, great company, and views that steal your breath away. 🏔️💙
What to bring:
🧴 Towel
🩱 Swimsuit
🥪 Something to eat
🥤 Something to drink
😄 And most importantly… your good vibes and desire to have fun! 🎉
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Sing it loud, sing it proud! 🎤✨ Every week, Balmers Club turns into the ultimate stage with our Karaoke Night — exclusive for Balmers Hostel guests. Unwind, sing your heart out, and make unforgettable memories in Interlaken! 🎶💛
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Paddle into paradise 🛶✨ Crystal-clear lakes, mountain views, and pure Swiss magic — kayaking in Interlaken is an adventure you’ll never forget! 🌊🏔️
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If you see someone without a smile… give them one of yours 😊✨ At Balmers Hostel, happiness is contagious — good vibes, new friends, and endless memories in the heart of Interlaken 💛
balmersinterlaken | Interlaken, Switzerland 🇨🇭
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📷 @macymorehart
Wake up between lakes and mountains, spend your day chasing adventure, and your night making new friends. This is Balmers life! 🚠🌲
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