Viewing points

Mt. Niesen: the “Swiss pyramid”

Mt. Niesen (2,362 m high) is one of the best-known summits of the Bernese Oberland – not least because of its unique pyramid-like shape and fantastic location high above Lake Thun.

The funicular railway brings you to the top of the mountain, from where the very short, easily followed path can be followed to the viewing platform. And once you’re there, what else is there to do but stand back and soak up the 360-degree panoramic view? Gaze over the Bernese Alps, Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, and across the plain of the Bernese Mittelland towards the Jura Mountains.

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Availability Today (Monday) open

Niesenbahn funicular operating times

Available daily from 17 April to 14 November 2021.

Subject to change without prior notice.

Rates

Mülenen–Niesen Kulm return

CHF 59.00 Adults
CHF 29.50 Adults with Half-Fare Card
CHF 29.50 Adults with GA Card
CHF 29.50 Children (6–15.99 years)

hiking ticket*

CHF 48.00 Adults
CHF 24.00 Adults with Half-Fare Card
CHF 24.00 Adults with GA Card
CHF 24.00 Children (6–15.99 years)

*Ride 3 stations by funicular, walk 1 station on foot

Niesen-Brunch

CHF 32.50 Price incl. funicular ride, child aged 6–15.99
CHF 61.00 Price incl. funicular ride (with Half-Fare travelcard/GA travelcard)
CHF 71.00 Price incl. funicular ride (without Half-Fare travelcard/GA travelcard)
CHF 17.00 Price excl. funicular ride, child aged 6–15.99
CHF 34.00 Price excl. funicular ride, adults

Culinary evening trips

CHF 75.00 Price incl. funicular ride, adults
CHF 44.00 Price incl. funicular ride, child aged 6–15.99

The price includes the all-you-can-eat themed buffet (excl. drinks) and the ride with the Niesenbahn funicular.

Children with the SBB Junior/Grandchild travelcard travel for free on the Niesenbahn funicular.

Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration.

RailAway offer

Hiking tip

3 sections with the Niesenbahn and 1 section hiking

Hike from Schwandegg via Niesenalp up the Niesen

Enjoy a magnificent view over the Frutig Valley and the peaks of the Bernese Alps, above all the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau massifs, on this hike. The highlight is the arrival at the Niesen Kulm summit at 2,362 m above sea level with its 360-degree panorama and view of Lakes Thun and Brienz.

With the hiking ticket (adults: CHF 48.00 without reduction / CHF 24.00 with GA/Halbtax) you take the Niesenbahn from Mülenen (692 m a.s.l.) to the middle station "Schwandegg" (1,669 m a.s.l.) and then hike up to the summit. After enjoying the panorama and the culinary refreshment in the Berghaus, you can make the return journey from the summit to the valley in comfort on the Niesen cable car.

Food & Drink

The Berghaus Niesen Kulm, with its glass pavilion and sun terrace, is the perfect spot for spending time relaxing and enjoying the fine food, all based on a varied range of high-quality local products.

Niesen-Brunch

From müesli to rösti, everything is offered at the Niesen Brunch.

17 April to 14 November 2021
Daily from 08.30 to 11.00 hours

General points

Please make an advance reservation
No dogs allowed in the restaurant

For those with allergies (without prior notification)

Gluten-free bread and cereals
Lactose-free yoghurt and milk
Vegetarian margarine

Lunch

From müesli to rösti, everything is offered at the Niesen Brunch.

17 April to 14 November 2021
Daily from 08.30 to 11.00 hours

General points

Please make an advance reservation
No dogs allowed in the restaurant

For those with allergies (without prior notification)

Gluten-free bread and cereals
Lactose-free yoghurt and milk
Vegetarian margarine

Culinary evening funicular rides

All-you-can-eat “Niesen Buffet” (NEW: Game Buffet in October)

Every Wednesday, 7 July to 27 October 2021 (expect 21 July: Fullmoon Dinner)

Generous salad buffet (vegetarian)
Soup of the season (vegetarian)
Boiled leg of ham in mountain thyme with potato salad
Chicken breast stuffed with dried meat and cheese in a sweetcorn coating
Beef stew flavoured with scaly hedgehog mushrooms
Risotto with barley, buckwheat & nuts (vegetarian)
Frutigtal-style tofu (vegetarian)
Puréed potatoes (vegetarian)
Spaetzle pasta (vegetarian)
Vegetables of the season.

All-you-can-eat “Ächt Schwyzerisch” (authentically Swiss monthly themed buffet)

Every Friday, 30 April to 12 November 2021 (except 2 July: Fondue Rustique)

All-you-can-eat “Fondue Rustique” (meat fondue)

Every Saturday, 24 April to 13 November 2021

Generous salad buffet (vegetarian)
You get to cook prime cuts of cubed beef, pork and chicken in a spicy broth at your table
Home-made sauces, buttered rice and crunchy fries (vegetarian)
Frutigtal tofu and seasonal vegetables (vegan)