Zug to Brienz, Interlaken & Thun – Switzerland’s Lakeside Symphony

Departing from Zug, your private driver takes you through the gentle valleys of Central Switzerland toward the Bernese Oberland. The first stop is Lungern, a mountain village perched above an emerald lake — Lungernsee. The viewpoint offers an unforgettable first impression of the day: reflections of the Alps mirrored in water so still it looks painted.

The road continues toward Brienz, where nature and tradition meet perfectly. The turquoise water, carved chalets, and mountain backdrop make this one of the region’s most photogenic lakeside towns. Stroll along the promenade or simply enjoy the peaceful rhythm of boats drifting in the harbor.

From Brienz, you’ll follow a panoramic lakeside road that hugs the shore of Lake Brienz, passing dense forests, waterfalls, and alpine cliffs. One of the highlights along this route is Inselwald, a quiet village surrounded by forest and lake reflections — a hidden paradise that gained global fame through the series Crash Landing on You. It’s an ideal stop for photos and a moment of calm.

Your next destination is Interlaken, the resort town perfectly set between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. Here, you can explore the elegant streets of the old town, walk through Höhematte Park, and admire the paragliders soaring against the snowy peaks of the Jungfrau. If you wish, take the funicular up to Harder Kulm (1,322 m) for one of Switzerland’s most spectacular views — both lakes stretching below and the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau rising proudly in the distance.

Leaving Interlaken, your driver takes the panoramic southern road along Lake Thun, where turquoise water meets rugged cliffs and vineyards. You’ll pass the St. Beatus Caves, a legendary site tied to the myth of a dragon-slaying hermit, and make a short stop for photos at Schloss Oberhofen am Thunersee — a fairytale castle with pointed towers reflected in the lake’s calm surface.

Finally, you’ll arrive in Thun, a picturesque medieval town where the Aare River winds past bridges and terraces filled with flowers. Here, the Thun Castle rises above the rooftops, offering perfect views over the lake and Alps. Enjoy a short walk through the old town or a relaxing coffee by the river before starting the return trip.

The route back to Zug takes you along the northern lakeshores, completing a full circuit around both Lake Thun and Lake Brienz — a fitting finale to a journey defined by color, reflection, and quiet grandeur.