Interlaken | Shop till you drop!
Interlaken is a town located in the Swiss Canton of Bern in the Bernese Highlands region of Swiss Alps between two lakes of Brienz to the east and the lake of Thun to the west and surrounded by the famous mountains Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau, it is a rather popular tourist destination and a starting point for numerous destinations and activities for people who are looking for a relaxing time as well as adventure. The official language spoken here is German with variants of Alemannic Swiss dialect.
We’ve compiled a detailed list of 10 lavish spots for shopping in Interlaken, Switzerland for all the shopaholics. Our list includes shopping spots that cater to all budgets:
Swiss Knife Center
Being in Switzerland one thing you have to purchase is a swiss army knife and in Interlaken this store located in Hoheweg. This store has various pocket knife, hunting knives, army knives and other multipurpose along with scissors and manicure sets as well, they also sell souvenirs and do free name engravings. The shop is open from 10 AM to 7 PM on weekdays.
Swiss Chocolate Chalet
Swiss chocolates are one the highest quality chocolates in the world and this individual shop located in Postgasse, Interlaken sells authentic swiss chocolates and you can buy a variety of chocolate bars, truffles, pralines etc for yourself or to take home for your family and friends. It is open from 10 AM TO 9:30 PM on weekdays.
Bucherer
One of the oldest shops in Interlaken which was established in 1888 and located in Hoheweg sells the finest handcrafted watches which belong to reputed brands such as Rolex, TAG Heuer, Tissot, Carl F. Bucherer, Chopard and so on along with a variety of gemstone ornaments and jewellery. The shop is open from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on Mondays to Saturdays and from 1:30 PM to 10 PM on Sundays.
Heimatwerk Interlaken
Another popular place to shop Heimatwerk Interlaken showcases the local art and handicraft, they sell a large selection of gifts, handicraft, souvenirs etc which are crafted and designed by the local artisans. You can find wood carvings, toys, kitchen utensils, ceramic and glass items, and much more that you can take home as souvenir. The shop is open from 10 AM to 6:30 PM on Mondays to Friday and from 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays.
Metropole Gallery
Among one of the more famous shopping places is Gallery Metropole and at this trading centre you can find a large collection of clothing, leather products, traditional gifts, Swiss watches and jewellery by prestigious brands. This centre is aimed at tourists who are not afraid of spending. The shop is located in Hoheweg in Interlaken and is open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Otto’s AG
This is another trading centre where you can buy a variety of things from clothing, watches, furniture, kids toys and clothing, accessories, utensils, furniture, electronics. You can find both expensive prestigious shops and affordable shops for people who worry about the budget and they also have weekly discounts on certain products and sections, this centre is ideal place for shopping for almost anything. It is located in Untere Konigstrasse in Interlaken and is open from 9 AM to 6:30 PM on the weekdays.
Swiss Mountain Market
Marked by a huge green cow statue at the entrance this popular gift and speciality sells a variety of things from homemade natural products, tea, lotions, natural remedies, souvenirs, and other unique items along a variety of alcohol which you can taste before you buy. This shop is located in Hoehenweg in Interlaken and is open from 10 AM to 6:30 PM on week days and 10 AM to 4 PM on Saturdays.
Mad Cow
Mad Cow offers a unique array of souvenirs, jewellery, gifts, accessories, fabrics, crafts and painted furniture, ideal for people who love unique and designer products. This shop is located in a bit away from Interlaken in Spielmatte, Switzerland and is open from 1:30 AM to 6:30 PM on Monday and from 10 AM to 9 PM at the most on the other days though the closing time may vary and it is closed in Sundays.
Vertical Sport Interlaken
One of the best sport shops in Interlaken where you can buy all kinds of gear and accessories for hiking, mountain climbing, skiing, camping and other such outdoor activities, the shop’s key brands include Black Diamond, Blizzard, Sea To Summit, Chillaz, Osprey and many more. This shop is located in Jungfraustrasse at Interlaken and is open from 9 AM to 6:30 PM from Tuesday to Friday and is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
EdelWeiss Shop
This gift shop offers numerous products ranging from bags, clothing, knives, flasks, men’s accessories, tablecloths, toys, watches, local chocolate and much more, they even have food stands such as a crepe stand and an ice cream shop outside. The shop is located in Bahnhofstrasse in Interlaken and is open from 9 AM to 10 PM daily.
