🌿 **Schynige Platte Alpine Garden (Alpengarten)

#summervacay - **Location**: Near Wilderswil (above Interlaken), Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. - **Elevation**: 1,967 meters (6,453 ft) above sea level. - **Features**: - Over **600 species** of alpine plants, including edelweiss, gentians, and rare orchids. - Panoramic views of the **Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau** peaks. - A scenic **1.5 km** circular trail through the garden (easy walk). --- ### 🚞 **How to Get There** 1. **From Interlaken**: - Take a train to **Wilderswil** (5 min from Interlaken OST). - Board the historic **Schynige Platte Railway** (1893!), a 50-min cogwheel train ride with epic views. 2. **Ticket Cost**: - Round-trip from Wilderswil: ~CHF 76 (half-fare with Swiss Travel Pass). --- ### ⏰ **Best Time to Visit** - **Season**: **June–September** (peak bloom for alpine flowers). - **Opening Hours**: - Alpine Garden: **8:30 AM–6:00 PM** (June–Oct). - Train: First ascent ~7:30 AM, last descent ~5:00 PM (varies by season). --- ### 🥾 **Things to Do** ✔ **Alpine Garden Walk**: Labeled trails with educational signs. ✔ **Panorama Trail**: A 6 km hike to **First** (for experienced hikers). ✔ **Photography**: Unmatched views of the Jungfrau region. ✔ **Historic Train Museum**: At the Schynige Platte station. --- ### 💡 **Tips for Your Visit** - **Weather**: Mountain conditions change fast—bring layers and sunscreen. - **Early Arrival**: Trains can get busy; arrive early for seats. - **Combine with**: A visit to **Lauterbrunnen** or **Grindelwald** on the same day. --- ### 📸 **Don’t Miss** - The iconic **"Jungfrau Panorama"** viewpoint near the garden. - The cheerful alpine blooms