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CASINO KURSAAL CONGRESS CENTER
The stylish Casino Kursaal with its elegant park was built at
the turn of the century. Together with the newly annexed seminar
and classrooms, the conference center is an important venue for
Interlaken, which is well known far beyond the Swiss border.
All rooms can be equipped to individual requirements and therefore
offer the highest of flexibility in their utilisation. The state-of-the-art
technical infrastructure has been cleverly incorporated into the
nostalgic atmosphere of the rooms. There are countless possibilities
for meetings, conferences, events and product presentations from
50 to 1’500 people.
The Catering Crew of the Casino Kursaal Interlaken is looking
forward to entertaining qou during your event; either in the traditional
rooms or in the modern ambiance of the Mystery Park.
The Casino Kursaal is the only Swiss member of «Historic
Conference Centers of Europe», an exclusive association of
historically important and unique congress centers in Europe.
> www.casino-kursaal.ch
INTERLAKEN – what a wonderful world!
It is nothing extraordinary for a place to be on a river, a lake,
or by the sea. But that it is situated between two lakes is practically
unique. Interlaken can be proud of this unequalled situation between
the Lakes of Thun and Brienz. However, the vicinity of the mountains
and the view of the world famous trio of peaks, Eiger, Mönch
and Jungfrau are equally a part of this holiday resort rich in
tradition, in the centre of the Bernese Oberland holiday region.
The cultural focus point is the Kursaal, renovated several times
since it was built in 1859, with its magnificent garden and the
much admired flower clock. Evening entertainment, music concerts
and theatrical performances in the wonderful art nouveau halls,
and folkloristic events in the cosy „Spycher“ fulfil
many desires. Those who want can try their luck at a game of „Boule“ or
in the slot machine casino. Other discos, restaurants offering
musical entertainment and bars are to be found all over the resort.
Schiller’s dramatic play about freedom, „William Tell“,
has been performed on the natural stage at the Rugen since 1912.
After interruptions due to the two wars, since 1947 every summer
between 30’000 and 40’000 spectators attend the open-air
theatre of the native lay performers. Thanks to the roofed stand
with 2200 seats, the 20 performances can take place in any weather.
Excursion centre of the Bernese Oberland
The main trump-card of the holiday resort Interlaken is its favourable
location in the centre of the Bernese Oberland with all its sights.
Interlaken, well opened-up by its rail and road connections,
is the starting point for many excursions; be they boat trips
on the Lakes of Thun or of Brienz, trips up to all the peaks
which can be reached by mountain railways and vantage points
of the Jungfrau Region or of the Lower Alps; be they railway
trips to Lucerne, Berne, Montreux, etc., or bus trips over the
alpine passes. Excursions to the highest railway station in Europe,
to the Junfraujoch at an altitude of 3454 m.a.s.l., with its
new glacier restaurant „Top of Europe“ and the excursion
with the longest aerial cableway of the Alps, in the footsteps
of 007 - James Bond, to the Schilthorn with its revolving restaurant „Piz
Gloria“ and the 360° panorama of the spectacular mountain
peaks are considered to be the highlights of every stay in this
region. Of the further destinations for excursions only the Ballenberg
open-air museum near Brienz, the Beatus caves, the Schynige Platte
with its alpine garden shall be mentioned here.
INTERLAKEN – the perfect departure point for active leisure
and pleasure
No other Swiss resort can offer such a vast variety of active leisure
attractions within a radius of only 20 kilometres. The resort was
given two lakes – both superb spots to enjoy an active Interlaken
vacation. Lovely Lakes Thun and Brienz offer an appealing array
of water sport attractions, including sailing, surfing, swimming
and diving. A variety of sailing, surfing and diving schools mean
that even inexperienced water rats can safely enjoy aqua-fun. A
fleet of ships ply the emerald waters, including two lovingly restored
lake steamers offering pure nautical nostalgia. Perfect for those
who like to combine rest and recreation! As a captivating contrast
to the two lakes, Interlaken also boasts a magnificent mountain
world. The mighty Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau seem almost
close enough to touch and other imposing peaks provide hours of
happy hiking along a wide network of well-maintained paths. The
glorious glacier village of Grindelwald is a mere 20 km away, ideal
for challenging mountain climbing or Alpine glacier hikes.
No other resort in the whole of stunning Switzerland offers such
a complete range of popular adventure sport activities. Local topography
makes it possible to relish that amazing rush of pure adrenaline
in the air, on land or on water. In recent years, Interlaken has
become a Mecca for paragliders and hang gliders, with the surrounding
mountains providing many excellent, easily accessible take-off
points. Skydiving offers would-be “high-fliers” an
even better birds-eye view of spectacular Alpine scenery. River
rafting, canyoning and hydrospeeding fans can experience the cool
element on the region’s rivers. Zorbing – rolling downhill
inside an inflatable transparent plastic ball - is an exciting,
action-packed experience. An 18 hole golf course, with an overall
length of 6110 metres and splendidly situated alongside the Weissenau
Nature Reserve on the shores of Lake Thun, rounds off Interlaken’s
amazing array of recreational attractions.
INTERLAKEN as a congress and convention centre
The favourable situation with regard to communications and access
and the many good possibilities of accommodation made Interlaken
a popular convention centre. The value of Interlaken as a congress
venue increased when the Congress Centre was built in 1980 and
when the Kursaal was converted to enable year round operation.
The combination of the technically well equipped congress halls
with the stylish banquet rooms of the Kursaal provides the possibility
to hold events with up to 2000 participants in an unforgettable
atmosphere under one roof. The multitude of hotels with a
central location, the abundant entertainment facilities, the gastronomically
top grade restaurants, the manifold recreation and excursion possibilities
make for a favourable ambience for successful congresses, conventions,
seminars and major events of the most varied kind.
Media contact:
Interlaken Tourism
Susanne Daxelhoffer
Manager Media Relations
Höheweg 37, Postfach 369
CH – 3800 Interlaken
Phone: +41 33 826 53 27
Fax: +41 33 826 53 90
susanne.daxelhoffer@interlakentourism.ch
www.interlakentourism.ch
With friendly permission of Interlaken Tourism
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