Via Alpina: The Bear Trek
9 days / 8 nights
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Starting point
Meiringen
Finish point
Lenk
Season
June - October
Technical level
3/5
Fitness level
4/5
Tour type
Inn-to-Inn
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Starting point
Meiringen
Finish point
Lenk
Season
June - October
Technical level
3/5
Fitness level
4/5
Tour type
Inn-to-Inn
- Hike below famous Alpine peaks like Eiger, Jungfrau, and Mönch
- Discover the beauty of the Swiss region of the Bernese Oberland
- Experience a hassle-free journey on this self-guided trek
- Sleep in cozy Swiss hotels, inns, and mountain huts
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Self-guided
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What to bring to the tour
- Hiking shoes/boots
- 25 to 45-liter backpack
- Base layer
- Sports T-shirts
- Hiking shorts
- Hiking water-repellent pants
- Waterproof jacket
- Midlayer
- Sports socks and underwear
- Leisurewear for evenings
- Down jacket
- Gloves
- Shade hat/cap
- Warm headwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Headlamp
- Hiking poles
- ID card or passport
- Snacks
- Cash
- Water bottles or hydration pack
- Sleeping liner
- Toiletries
- Toilet paper
- Small first aid kit
The Bear Trek is one of the most picturesque sections of the Via Alpina Switzerland. It is a perfect choice for those who want to get to know the Swiss Alps but don’t have time to hike the full trail.
The name doesn’t mean that you’ll meet any bears on the trail, so no worries! It is simply a historic trail that was once dominated by bears and wolves that carved the path.
It leads you through the heart of the Bernese Alps, the Swiss region that boasts some of the most famous peaks like Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. And you’ll hike right next to them!
The route will take you across mountain passes, valleys, and along ridges. You’ll explore the Swiss alpine culture and stay in mountain huts, lovely inns, and small hotels, all while tasting delicious food.
We book all of your accommodations, organize luggage transfers, and more, so you can focus on the journey. And a few weeks before setting off, we’ll send you the detailed digital guidebook with the planned GPS route.
All that's left to do is mark the calendar and count the days until your trek begins.
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Ratings & Reviews

5.0 average rating






We had a lovely hike today with our guide Klemen. He personalized the tour on our needs and interests, so that we saw places we wouldn't without his experience. The hike was a little bit slippery after the rain from the last days and it went a lot upwards, but it was totally worth it! Thanks again :)


Daja Gorišek was the travel agent from here who meticulously organised the trek all the way from Meiringen to Lenk im Simmental. She took care of all the details -- from planning the actual trek route, the detailed GPS map for each stage, to the hotels. The actual experience was entirely consistent with what was promised.


Our 3 day hike had to be rearranged 2/2 weather, so a one day hike was arranged for us. We appreciated the concern about weather and conditions. Our hike was with Matevz, who was a great guide. Very helpful and knowledgable. Would definitely recommend and will be back for a longer hike one day!
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