Iseltwald, a region in the Bernese Oberland of Switzerland, is situated on the southern shores of Lake Brienz. The area is characterized by the turquoise waters of the lake, framed by the peaks of the Bernese Alps, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. Its terrain includes flat lakeside paths, lush forested trails, and steeper mountain ascents. This makes Iseltwald suitable for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Iseltwald offers more than 20 routes across several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more. These routes have been explored by more than 103,000 visitors, resulting in an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars. For hikers, trails weave through varied terrain, from lakeside promenades to paths leading into the surrounding mountains, as detailed in the Hiking around Iseltwald guide. Cyclists can find routes along Lake Brienz, with options ranging from flat sections to more challenging climbs, which can be explored further in the Cycling around Iseltwald guide. Mountain bikers can access numerous trails, offering varying elevation gains and difficulty levels, with specific options available in the MTB Trails around Iseltwald guide.
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4.7
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People visited

4.8
(16)
102
riders
32.0km
02:42
1,000m
1,000m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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895
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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306
riders
85.5km
05:29
910m
910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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212
riders
64.3km
04:48
1,460m
1,460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.6
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71
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28.4km
02:20
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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55.6km
05:05
1,460m
1,460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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26.1km
03:08
1,090m
1,090m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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52.2km
04:59
1,610m
1,610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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764
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8.83km
02:36
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.8km
03:12
160m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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100
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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5.83km
01:51
230m
230m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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405
riders
63.3km
04:33
2,350m
2,350m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.2
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219
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37.6km
01:40
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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145km
07:50
2,710m
2,710m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.6
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114
riders
28.2km
02:20
1,290m
1,290m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.4
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117
riders
18.8km
02:35
960m
950m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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107
riders
27.9km
02:53
1,110m
1,110m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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160
riders
36.0km
02:24
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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77
riders
27.5km
02:07
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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71
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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118
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7.54km
00:47
20m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.1km
02:16
120m
120m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.5km
01:40
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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47
hikers
9.12km
06:02
870m
870m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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42
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6.46km
03:07
530m
530m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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37
hikers
10.1km
03:49
480m
470m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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hikers
20.6km
07:48
1,350m
1,350m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Iseltwald offers a range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, mountaineering, and gravel biking. The region features 22 routes, which have been explored by more than 103,000 visitors. These routes have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars.
Iseltwald is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 103,000 visitors exploring its routes. The region features 22 routes across various sports, which have received an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars from more than 7,000 ratings.
Hiking routes in Iseltwald range from lakeside promenades to mountain ascents. The region is known for trails leading to panoramic viewpoints and natural features like Giessbach Falls. More details on available routes can be found in the Hiking around Iseltwald guide.
Iseltwald offers touring cycling routes, including sections along Lake Brienz. While some parts are flat, other sections leading to Iseltwald can be steep. Information on these routes is available in the Cycling around Iseltwald guide.
Iseltwald provides numerous mountain biking trails with varying elevation gains and difficulty levels. Examples include the "Lake Brienz – Brienz Rothorn Railway loop" and "Axalp – Hinterburgseeli loop." Specific routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around Iseltwald guide.
Road cycling is a popular activity in Iseltwald, with routes available along Lake Brienz and into the surrounding areas. Some sections may be steep, requiring good fitness levels. Further information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Iseltwald guide.
Iseltwald is known for Lake Brienz, with its turquoise waters reflecting the Bernese Alps. Other notable features include Giessbach Falls, the Brienzer Rothorn Summit offering panoramic views, and Bachalpsee, a mountain lake. Schnäggeninseli (Snail Island) also contributes to the scenic views.
Yes, komoot offers guides for traffic-free bike rides around Iseltwald. These guides cater to various cycling types, including Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, and Gravel Biking.
The terrain in Iseltwald is diverse, ranging from flat lakeside paths along Lake Brienz to lush forested trails. There are also steeper mountain ascents, particularly in sections leading directly to the village and on mountain biking routes. Many walking trails are also suitable for cycling.
Iseltwald offers options for jogging enthusiasts. Information regarding specific running trails in the area can be found in the Running Trails around Iseltwald guide.
Yes, for those interested in more challenging ascents, komoot provides a dedicated guide. Details on routes and conditions for mountaineering can be found in the Mountain Hikes around Iseltwald guide.
For tourist information regarding Iseltwald, the official website is www.boenigen-iseltwald.ch. A tourist information point can be reached by phone at +41 33 845 10 15.

