Family Rafting on the Lütschine to Lake Brienz — Interlaken Family Adventure
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for families and those with basic fitness; must be able to follow safety instructions and enter/exit boats
Overview
Short, safe rapids, an expert briefing, and a cool finish in Lake Brienz make this Wilderswil family rafting trip an ideal introduction to white water. Perfect for kids who want excitement without extremes.
Family Rafting on the Lütschine to Lake Brienz — Interlaken Family Adventure
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The river arrives like a story told in quick chapters: a cheerful push past pebbled shallows, a playful squeeze through a rock-strewn bend, then the sudden-open breath of Lake Brienz where turquoise water waits for a splash. On this family-oriented rafting run out of Wilderswil, the Lütschine does the inviting work—small, confident rapids that thrill kids without demanding fearlessness.
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Adventure Tips
Bring secure footwear
Water shoes or strapped sandals protect toes on rocky launches and make it easier to hop in and out of the raft.
Layer for changing weather
A synthetic base layer under the provided wetsuit and a warm fleece for afterward keeps kids comfortable as temperatures shift by the lake.
Charge and protect your camera
Use a waterproof case or a quick-release dry bag — you’ll want action shots but electronics don’t like splashes.
Time your arrival
Arrive 10 minutes early to handle briefings and gear without rushing—this keeps kids calm and guides on schedule.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- grey heron
- brown trout
History
Interlaken and the Lütschine river corridor grew as transport and tourism hubs in the 19th century when rail and mountain hotels opened the Bernese Oberland to visitors.
Conservation
Operators emphasize minimal-impact practices—use provided facilities for changing, avoid leaving gear on banks, and follow guides’ instructions to protect riverbanks and lake clarity.
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Recommended Gear
Water shoes or sport sandals
Protect toes on rocky banks and give traction in the raft.
summer specific
Synthetic base layer
Keeps you warm under a wetsuit and dries quickly after a swim.
spring specific
Quick-dry towel and dry change of clothes
You’ll appreciate warm, dry clothing after the lake swim.
Small waterproof camera or phone dry bag
Capture family moments without risking your device.
summer specific