Where to Rent Outdoor & Sports Gear in Interlaken and the Jungfrau Region
Interlaken is an outdoor lover’s paradise, offering everything from high-alpine hikes to thrilling Via Ferrata and, of course, epic winter sports. While winter gear is easy to find in any sports shop, renting summer equipment can be trickier—especially if you’re looking for Via Ferrata sets, hiking boots, or trekking poles.
To save you time, we’ve put together a short list of the best places to rent gear in Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, Mürren, and Grindelwald. Whether you’re hitting the trails, climbing a Via Ferrata, or preparing for a ski day, these shops have you covered!
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Gear Rental in Interlaken
Intersport Rent Network
Best for: Hiking gear, via Ferrata sets, winter sports equipment
With multiple locations in Interlaken and the surrounding area, Intersport is the easiest and most convenient option.
They provide:
- Via Ferrata gear rentals (helmet, harness, and lanyards)
- Hiking boots & trekking poles
- Mountain bikes & e-bikes
- Ski & snowboard rentals in winter
📍 Location: Intersport Rent, Höheweg 133, Interlaken
🌐 Website Intersport Interlaken
Swiss Alpine Guides
Best for: Mountaineering equipment, climbing gear, guided tours
If you’re planning something more technical, like glacier trekking or alpine climbing, Swiss Alpine Guides is the place to go.
They provide:
- Mountaineering boots & crampons
- Ice axes & climbing harnesses
- Via Ferrata sets
- Guided excursions for all levels
📍 Location: Eyacheri 2, 3800 Matten b Interlaken
🌐 Website: Swiss Alpin Guides
Swissrent Interlaken – Easy & Flexible Rentals
Best for: Short-term rentals, convenient pickup & return
Swissrent offers self-service rentals, so you can grab your gear quickly and return it when you’re done. Their app-based system makes it super easy to rent:
They provide:
- Hiking gear (boots, poles, backpacks)
- Via Ferrata sets
- E-bikes & mountain bikes
📍 Location: Various pick-up stations around Interlaken
🌐 Website: Swiss rent Interlaken
Gear Rental in Lauterbrunnen & Mürren
Imboden Bike
Best for: Bike rentals, hiking poles, backpacks
A great option if you’re in Lauterbrunnen and need some gear for exploring the valley.
They offer:
- E-bikes & mountain bikes
- Hiking poles & backpacks
- Winter sports equipment in season
📍 Location: Fuhren 456/H, 3822 Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
🌐 Website: Imboden Bike
Intersport Mürren
Best for: Via Ferrata gear, ski equipment, snowshoes
If you’re in Mürren, Intersport Mürren has everything you need for both summer and winter activities.
They offer:
- Via Ferrata kits (perfect for the Mürren-Gimmelwald route!)
- Hiking boots & trekking poles
- Winter gear (skis, snowboards, snowshoes, sleds)
📍 Location: Sportchalet, Mürren
🌐 Website: Intersport Mürren
Gear Rental in Grindelwald
Outdoor Interlaken (Grindelwald Branch)
Best for: Outdoor adventure activities & equipment
If you’re in Grindelwald, this shop is great for renting.
They offer:
- Via Ferrata gear
- Mountain bikes & e-bikes
- Hiking equipment
📍 Location: Dorfstrasse 103, Grindelwald
🌐 Website: Outdoor Interlaken
Buri Sport Grindelwald
Best for: Winter sports rentals, mountaineering equipment
Located right in Grindelwald, Buri Sport has a wide selection of gear for both winter and summer adventures, including.
They offer:
- Ski & snowboard rentals (including freeride & touring setups)
- Mountaineering equipment
- Hiking gear
📍 Location: Dorfstrasse 134, Grindelwald
🌐 Website: Buri Sport
Final Tips for Renting Gear in Interlaken
Reserve in advance – Especially in summer and peak winter months, Via Ferrata gear and ski equipment can sell out fast.
Ask about discounts – Your Interlaken Guest Card may get you discounts on some rentals.
Check return policies – Some rental shops offer multi-day discounts, so it might be cheaper to keep gear for a few days rather than renting daily.
