Things to Do in Interlaken in March
March weather, activities, events & insider tips
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March Weather in Interlaken
Temperature, rainfall and humidity at a glance
50°F (10°C)
High Temp
33°F (0°C)
Low Temp
2.9 inches (74 mm)
Rainfall
70%
Humidity
⚠ Clouds slide in. The thermometer can crash 15°C (27°F) in minutes. Pack that extra layer every time.
Is March Right for You?
Weigh the advantages and considerations before booking
Advantages
- + Shoulder season delivers empty trails on Harder Kulm and Jungfraujoch. You'll share the cogwheel with locals, not tour groups. Peace reigns. Snap photos without elbows in your frame.
- + Hotel rates drop 30-40% from ski season peaks. Snow still caps the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau for postcard views. You pay less, shoot the same peaks. Smart travel.
- + Paragliding thermals stabilize in March. Longer flight times over the Lütschine valley compared to summer's choppy afternoon conditions. Pilots smile more. You stay airborne longer.
- + Alpine cheese dairies start production. Fresh Bergkäse tastings at dairies above 1,500 m (4,920 ft) that summer visitors never see. The cows are local. The flavor is March.
Considerations
- − Hiking trails below 1,200 m (3,940 ft) turn to chocolate-brown mud. You'll need boots, not sneakers, for anything marked 'Wanderweg'. Mud sucks sneakers off. Boots laugh.
- − Daylight ends early (6:30 PM). After-work paragliding and via ferrata routes shut down by 5 PM, forcing you to choose morning activities. Evenings shrink. Mornings rule.
- − Restaurant terraces stay wrapped in plastic. That lakeside Aperol spritz moment won't happen until April when they unwrap the furniture. Views stay. Drinks wait.
Best Activities in March
Top things to do during your visit
Interlaken in March is a study in transition. The air carries a sharp, clean chill, often around ten degrees at midday. But you feel the growing strength of the sun on your face during clear spells. You hear the meltwater rushing through the Aare River with a new urgency, a steady, powerful roar that echoes through the town center, a sound quite different from the gentler summer flow or the frozen silence of deep winter. Locals are often found on the lower trails as the higher alpine paths still hold their snowpack, enjoying the lengthening daylight without the visitor density of the coming months. This is a time for layers, a warm fleece under a waterproof shell, as conditions shift from brilliant sunshine over the Jungfrau's gleaming white peaks to sudden, misty showers that leave the cobblestones slick and dark. Given the variable weather, the most successful Interlaken itineraries in March are those built around flexibility. Mornings might dawn crisp and clear, offering postcard views of the Eiger's north face, while afternoons could bring a soft, damp fog that swallows the valley whole, turning a lake cruise into a journey through muted, monochrome silence. This is not a month for rigid schedules. But for embracing the atmosphere of a mountain town poised between seasons. You might smell woodsmoke from a chalet chimney one moment and the damp, earthy scent of thawing forest path the next. Planning a mix of sheltered and open-air activities, and being ready to pivot, is the key to enjoying Interlaken during this changeable period.
Snowshoe Adventure in the Swiss Alps
otherlets you walk silently across a world of deep, untouched snow, far above the valley floor where spring is beginning to stir. You will see only the tracks of wildlife and hear nothing but the crunch of your own snowshoes and the distant rumble of a small avalanche on a distant slope, all under the watchful gaze of the Bernese Oberland's rock and ice giants.
This activity provides a profound and accessible silence, a way to experience the alpine winter's lingering grandeur on foot when the ski crowds have thinned.
Insider tip: Wear sunglasses even on overcast days, as the reflection off the snow at high altitude is intense and can cause glare.
This month: Snow cover at the altitudes used for these tours is typically still deep and reliable throughout March.
Interlaken Valley Winter E-Bike Tour: Rivers, Lakes & Castles
adventureuses electric assistance to let you cover ground along the thawing waterways and past historic manors without exertion, feeling the cool river breeze on your cheeks. You will pedal past the turquoise rush of the Aare, see the still, reflective surface of Lake Brienz mirroring snow-dusted cliffs, and roll up to the stone walls of Schloss Oberhofen on its peninsula.
It is the most efficient and engaging way to survey the foundational landscape of Interlaken, connecting its well-known water features and architecture in a single, flowing journey.
Insider tip: The battery lasts for the full tour. But conserve it by using the lower assist levels on the flat sections along the river to extend your range for the final hills.
This month: Paths along the valley floor are generally clear of snow in March. But be prepared for occasional wet patches and chillier sections in the shade of the forest.
Best of Bernese Oberland Tour from Interlaken
guided_experienceis a complete circuit that delivers the region's most dramatic tableaus from multiple angles, from the steep pastures of the Justis Valley to the cliff-side tunnels of the Grimsel Pass. You will feel the bus climb through microclimates, from the damp valley air into thinner, colder atmospheres where patches of old snow cling to the roadside.
For visitors with limited time, this guided experience curates the overwhelming scenic variety of the Oberland into a single, logical narrative.
Insider tip: Request a seat on the right-hand side of the bus when departing Interlaken for the best initial views of the valley as you ascend.
This month: Some high mountain passes on this route may remain closed due to snow. The exact itinerary adapts to March road conditions, often focusing on accessible valleys and lower passes.
Grindelwald -Kleine Scheidegg-Lauterbrunnen Small Group Day Trip
day_tripcondenses the essential contrasts of the region, moving from the broad, sunny bowl of Grindelwald to the railway junction beneath the Eiger's north face and finally into the deep, shadowy gorge of Lauterbrunnen Valley. You will hear the shriek of a marmot in the still, cold air near Kleine Scheidegg and see the fine spray from the 72 waterfalls that stripe the Lauterbrunnen cliffs, some still partially frozen into delicate ice curtains.
This trip has a tangible geographic lesson, showing how the glaciers carved these distinct landscapes now connected by cogwheel train and winding road.
Insider tip: Pack a warm hat and gloves even for a sunny start. The temperature drop when you step off the train at the higher-elevation stops is immediate and biting.
This month: The train to Kleine Scheidegg operates year-round, but the hiking trails radiating from it will be snow-covered in March, making this primarily a sightseeing journey rather than a walking one.
Scenic E Bike Tour Interlaken
adventurefocuses on the immediate visual pleasures of the town and its closest shores, following dedicated paths that offer unimpeded views. You will taste the clean, humid air coming off Lake Thun, see the formal flowerbeds of the Höhematte Park just beginning to show green tips, and feel the smooth acceleration of the motor as you climb to a vantage point above the rooftops.
It is an ideal, active orientation for first-time visitors, providing a lay of the land and well-known photo opportunities within a short timeframe.
Insider tip: Take the small detour along the wooded trail behind the Schloss Interlaken hotel; it's quieter and has a sudden, framed view of the Jungfrau through the trees.
Discover Interlaken's most Photogenic Spots with a Local
othergoes beyond the postcard stands to reveal the angles, textures, and moments of daily life that define the town's character. Your guide might point you to the way the morning light hits the frescoes on a specific old building or the perfect reflection of a church spire in a rain puddle on the Unterseen side of the river.
This experience teaches you how to see Interlaken through an artistic lens, finding composition in its weathered wood, flowing water, and alpine backdrop.
Insider tip: The soft, diffuse light of an overcast March day is often better for capturing the rich colors of the traditional chalet architecture than harsh midday sun.
Where to Stay in Interlaken in March
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for March travellers.
March Events & Festivals
What's happening during your visit
Mid March
Interlaken Music Festival Winter Edition
Three-day classical music series inside the 12th-century Stadtkirche. The stone acoustics work better in March's dry air than summer's humidity. Local musicians play Alpine horns between string quartets, creating a sound that only happens here. Medieval stones sing.
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Insider Knowledge
Book Hotel Interlaken's breakfast room at 7 AM. The east-facing windows frame sunrise hitting the Jungfrau exactly at 7:23 AM in March, a view the restaurant doesn't advertise. Secret sunrise. No crowd.
Skip the 35 CHF Jungfraujoch restaurant. Walk 200 m (656 ft) to Mönchsjochhütte where climbers eat Rösti for half price with better glacier views. Climbers know. Wallet smiles.
March 15-31 is when locals secretly ski Axalp above Brienz. 20 minutes from Interlaken but zero tourist marketing. Take the PostBus to Axalp, rent skis at Berghotel for 25 CHF versus 70 CHF at Grindelwald. Local stash. Cheap thrills.
The Coop supermarket at Interlaken West station stocks alpine cheese cuts that cost 60% less than souvenir shops. Same dairies, just without wooden packaging. Taste identical. Pay less.
Avoid These Mistakes
Assuming March has spring weather. You'll encounter ice on Harder Kulm trails that require traction devices, not sneakers. Ice wins. Sneakers slide.
Booking 12 PM Jungfraujoch trains. Morning clouds typically clear by 10 AM then reform 2 PM, so 10:30 AM departures get the best visibility. Timing equals views.
Skipping indoor backup plans. March's variable weather cancels outdoor activities 30% of days, but most visitors don't research the Museum of Tourism or Ballenberg Open-Air Museum alternatives. Rain happens. Culture waits.
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