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Best Bungee Jumping in Interlaken: Everything You Need to Know
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Interlaken is Switzerland's adrenaline capital, and bungee jumping is one of its signature thrills. Whether you drop from a gondola high above an alpine lake or throw yourself off a bridge into a wooded gorge, the setting does half the work: few places let you free-fall with mountains and turquoise water beneath you like this.
Where to jump
The headline jump is from a gondola high above the Stockhorn lake, a genuine free-fall with an alpine backdrop. Nearby you will find canyon swings and bridge jumps set in wooded gorges, which give a different kind of thrill, a swooping pendulum rather than a straight drop. Operators run all of them with professional crews and certified equipment.
What a jump involves
After a safety briefing and harness check, the crew walks you through the jump and counts you down. The free-fall lasts only seconds before the cord recoils, and the crew handles the recovery and lower-off. You need to be within the health and weight limits, but no skill or experience is required.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to bungee jump?
No. Jumps are run by professional crews with certified equipment, and first-timers make up most of the jumpers.
Is it weather-dependent?
Yes. High wind or poor visibility can pause jumps, so treat a booking as conditions-permitting until you are on the platform.
Are there restrictions?
There are age, weight and health limits for safety. Check with the operator and declare any medical conditions when you book.
