Must-see nightlife in Bernese Oberland

  • Atelier Classic Bar

    Bernese Oberland

    There's a pinch of magic in the mixology at this award-winning cocktail bar, which is way up there with Switzerland's best. Antique furnishings, low…

  • Hüsi Bierhaus

    Interlaken

    Some 50 different craft beers from around the world – Trappist brews to Swiss IPAs – keep the punters happy at Hüsi's. It also rolls out tasty pub grub …

  • Avocado Bar

    Grindelwald

    This is a young ‘n’ fun place to kick back on a leather pouffe with a post-ski schnapps or to people-watch on the terrace in summer. There's occasional…

  • Barracuda Bar

    Interlaken

    Taking you through from coffee to cocktails, this cafe-lounge is a nicely chilled spot, with occasional live music. The bagels, paninis and wraps are…

  • Ladelokal

    Interlaken

    For a locally sourced, freshly roasted coffee and a slice of home-made cake, this cute little cafe right by the Aare River hits the spot. The interior is…

  • Rialto

    Bernese Oberland

    DJs spin to an upbeat crowd at weekends at this super-central bar, graced with blown-up prints of Hollywood legends. Wine pairs nicely with the tasting…

  • Horner Bar

    Lauterbrunnen

    BASE jumpers tell hair-raising parachute tales at this buzzy pub, as they come back to earth over a pint or four. The vibe gets clubbier as the night…

  • Tanne Bar

    Wengen

    A popular hang-out for Swiss and Scandi skiers, this snug, wood-panelled bar on Wengen's main drag cranks it up during the ski season with après-ski…

  • Rocks Bar

    Wengen

    The chipper staff, comfy leather sofas, Sky Sports and wi-fi make this a good place to unwind. There’s two-for-one at the daily happy hour from 9pm to…

  • Schuh

    Interlaken

    A Viennese-style coffee house famous for its pastries, pralines and park-facing terrace. It also runs somewhat touristy chocolate shows at 5pm daily …

  • Charly's

    Bernese Oberland

    For a decent cup of Joe and pastries, this buzzy central coffee shop is hard to beat. It also does great smoothies, fresh-baked bread and pralines.

  • Kaffeebar Mühleplatz

    Bernese Oberland

    As busy as a beehive when the sun's shining, this is a cool riverside spot for a baguette, coffee or pre-dinner beer.

  • 3 Tells

    Interlaken

    A pub in the relaxed Irish mould, 3 Tells has live sports, free wi-fi and Guinness on tap.