train

Interlaken

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March 31st 2008
Interlaken is a village between two huge lakes, surrounded by majestic snow covered mountains. The train trip is very picturesque, swiss chalets dotted throughout the mountains, the train follows the lake into Interlaken. We stayed in a backpackers hotel which was very friendly and great value. We took a bus to the lake for lunch, I would love to come here in Summer when all the boats are out. We ... read more

Europe » Switzerland » South-West » Interlaken

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The Swiss Confederation was founded in 1291 as a defensive alliance among three cantons. In succeeding years, other localities joined the original three. The Swiss Confederation secured its independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1499. Switzerland... ... read more