Glide across Lake Thun’s tranquil waters under the Alpine sunset with Fondue Villa & Garden’s Sunset SUP, SIP & CHEESE experience. Paddle illuminated boards while sampling Swiss wines and cheeses for a truly memorable evening.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate; suitable for anyone comfortable standing and balancing on a paddleboard in calm water.
Wildlife
History
Lake Thun has long been a vital waterway in the Bernese Oberland region, historically connecting mountain villages and supporting fishing communities.
Conservation
Fondue Villa promotes low-impact, guided trips that minimize disturbance to Lake Thun’s fragile aquatic ecosystem, encouraging respect for local flora and fauna.
Fondue Villa & Garden
Glide across Lake Thun’s tranquil waters under the Alpine sunset with Fondue Villa & Garden’s Sunset SUP, SIP & CHEESE experience. Paddle illuminated boards while sampling Swiss wines and cheeses for a truly memorable evening.
Fondue Villa & Garden is a specialty experience provider based in Unterseen, Bern, featured on The Adventure Collective. The business designs immersive cheese and fondue activities that highlight Swiss culinary traditions and alpine scenery.
Guests can choose from four distinct experiences: a Cheese Farm Visit (a 4–5 hour program beginning with an Alpine breakfast, a hands-on cheesemaking workshop, and a whey foot bath with mountain views); a 2.5-hour Fondue Cooking Class & Cheese Workshop (build a traditional Swiss cheese fondue, enjoy local cheeses, wine pairings, and interactive games with snowy mountain views); the Sunset SUP, SIP & CHEESE on Lake Thun (stand-up paddleboarding at sunset while sampling Swiss wine and cheeses with LED-lit boards and alpine vistas); and the Fondue Backpack (an outdoor hiking meal kit for enjoying a cheese fondue amid the Jungfrau region).
Each experience combines practical cheesemaking or cooking instruction with tasting, scenic settings, and social elements. The itinerary details and durations are provided per trip: the Cheese Farm Visit lists 4–5 hours and the Fondue Cooking Class lists 2.5 hours; other offerings specify equipment and components such as cheeses, bread, and wine for on-trail dining or lakeside tasting.
Fondue Villa & Garden operates in the Bernese Oberland around Unterseen and Interlaken, specializing in seasonal, location-based culinary adventures. The business emphasizes authentic Swiss cheese, memorable mountain or lakeside settings, and packaged experiences that include food, instruction, and guided activity components. Bookings and specific meeting locations are provided at time of reservation to ensure clear guest logistics always.
Location
Unterseen, Bern
Base in Bernese Oberland
Scenic Settings
Lake Thun & Jungfrau
Lakeside and mountain backdrops
Trip Durations
2–5 hrs
Short classes to half-day visits
Tours Offered
4 experiences
Cheese farm, cooking, SUP, backpack
Choose a cheese farm visit, cooking class, sunset SUP tasting, or fondue backpack — check availability and book early to secure preferred dates.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Meet at the Neuhaus public beach parking area by 7:30 pm to get fitted and ready before sunset.
Dress for Variable Evening Temps
Bring warm, dry clothes for after the paddle as mountain evenings can turn chilly quickly.
Beginner-Friendly Paddleboards
No prior SUP experience is needed; guides provide instruction for all skill levels.
Respect Local Wildlife and Environment
Keep noise minimal near Kieferinseli island to avoid disturbing nesting birds.
Breathable activewear
Light clothing helps keep cool during paddling in warm months.
summer
Warm layers
Protects against cooling temperatures after the sun sets.
fall
Non-slip water shoes
Offers grip on wet surfaces both on the board and shore.
Towel and dry clothes
Important for comfort after paddling and tasting session.