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A high-adrenaline canyoning route near Interlaken featuring tall rappels, big jumps and long slides through a tight alpine gorge. Ideal for experienced, strong swimmers seeking a technical, guided descent.
A high-adrenaline canyoning route near Interlaken featuring tall rappels, big jumps and long slides through a tight alpine gorge. Ideal for experienced, strong swimmers seeking a technical, guided descent.
You meet your guide at a base in Interlaken before sunrise, gear stacked and river voice already in the canyon—cold, quick, insistent. The drive to Alpnach tightens expectations: the mountains steepen, the road drops toward gorges where water has been shaping rock for millennia. When you step into Chli Schliere the canyon closes around you; walls press in, currents test your footing, and every feature asks for commitment.
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Operated by Outdoor · Interlaken, Canton of Bern
You meet your guide at a base in Interlaken before sunrise, gear stacked and river voice already in the canyon—cold, quick, insistent. The drive to Alpnach tightens expectations: the mountains steepen, the road drops toward gorges where water has been shaping rock for millennia. When you step into Chli Schliere the canyon closes around you; walls press in, currents test your footing, and every feature asks for commitment.
This gorge was carved by alpine meltwater and seasonal floods, slicing through hard crystalline bedrock and smoothed schist. The Bernese Oberland’s guiding culture—German-speaking, precise, safety-first—shapes the route: professional briefings, rope systems, and a strict no-exit policy once you start. Locals have used these waterways for centuries, and modern canyoning here blends mountaineering technique with river running.
Expect high technical exposure: multiple rappels, slides up to 15 m, and jumps up to 10 m depending on water flow. The trip runs about 3–4 hours inside the canyon within a 7.5-hour program; guides provide suits, harnesses, helmets, and instruction. Water is cold and relentless—dress for hypothermia prevention, move efficiently, and trust your belay.
Practical guidance: arrive shower-ready, bring a swimsuit, towel, and small day bag; weight limit applies and minimum age is 14. Be an assured swimmer and prepared to accept guided control of ropework. After the final pool you’ll climb out to a hot shower and a light lunch—reward that tastes of effort.
difficult.
6–8 hours.
Requires above-average cardiovascular fitness, leg strength for continuous scrambling, and confidence in cold-water swimming
Minimum age is 14 years; maximum weight is 275 lbs (125 kg) per person—operators enforce limits for safety and gear fit.
This is an advanced route for confident, athletic participants; guides teach techniques but you should be comfortable with rappels and strong swimming.
Trips may be canceled for safety due to high water, storms, or insufficient travelers; cancel at least 24 hours for a full refund per policy.
The operator offers a video option—ask during booking; there is typically time to purchase media after the trip at the base.
The gorges of the Bernese Oberland were shaped by millennia of glacial melt and seasonal floods; local guiding has evolved from alpine rescue roots into modern adventure outfitters.
Groups are limited and strictly managed to minimize erosion and preserve water quality; follow leave-no-trace rules and avoid contaminating pools with sunscreens.
Outdoor operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You meet your guide at a base in Interlaken before sunrise, gear stacked and river voice already in the canyon—cold, quick, insistent. The drive to Alpnach tightens expectations: the mountains steepen, the road drops toward gorges where water has been shaping rock for millennia. When you step into Chli Schliere the canyon closes around you; walls press in, currents test your footing, and every feature asks for commitment.
You meet your guide at a base in Interlaken before sunrise, gear stacked and river voice already in the canyon—cold, quick, insistent. The drive to Alpnach tightens expectations: the mountains steepen, the road drops toward gorges where water has been shaping rock for millennia. When you step into Chli Schliere the canyon closes around you; walls press in, currents test your footing, and every feature asks for commitment.
This gorge was carved by alpine meltwater and seasonal floods, slicing through hard crystalline bedrock and smoothed schist. The Bernese Oberland’s guiding culture—German-speaking, precise, safety-first—shapes the route: professional briefings, rope systems, and a strict no-exit policy once you start. Locals have used these waterways for centuries, and modern canyoning here blends mountaineering technique with river running.
Expect high technical exposure: multiple rappels, slides up to 15 m, and jumps up to 10 m depending on water flow. The trip runs about 3–4 hours inside the canyon within a 7.5-hour program; guides provide suits, harnesses, helmets, and instruction. Water is cold and relentless—dress for hypothermia prevention, move efficiently, and trust your belay.
Practical guidance: arrive shower-ready, bring a swimsuit, towel, and small day bag; weight limit applies and minimum age is 14. Be an assured swimmer and prepared to accept guided control of ropework. After the final pool you’ll climb out to a hot shower and a light lunch—reward that tastes of effort.