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Camping at Lake Thun

That's why you should camp on Lake Thun:

  • The crystal-clear lake offers ideal conditions for hiking and water sports.
  • Proximity to Thun enables cultural enjoyment and shopping opportunities.
  • Campsites close to the beach, ideal for families and water sports enthusiasts.
  • Mild summers and autumn hiking trails for nature experiences.

On the shores of Lake Thun, surrounded by the picturesque Bernese Oberland, camping enthusiasts can expect a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural diversity. Here you can choose between hikes on the Niesen or Beatenberg and relaxing days at family-friendly lidos. The close proximity to Thun offers a wealth of cultural highlights and shopping opportunities, while the mild climate and autumnal forests create ideal conditions for outdoor activities.

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Number of campsites7
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TCS Camping Gwatt Thunersee
The 4-star campsite TCS Camping Gwatt Thunersee and the Seebistro Thunersee were completely redesigned in 2020. Guests are welcomed here in a modern, inviting atmosphere. The panorama around the camps… Campsite profile page

In a wonderful location in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, Lake Thun invites active people and nature lovers to enjoy a variety-packed holiday. The crystal-clear lake lies at your feet on hikes up the Niesen or Beatenberg. You can cool off in the well-maintained lidos, where families particularly enjoy meeting up. Whether you prefer to walk your dog or enjoy water sports, you will experience an unforgettable holiday at the campsite on Lake Thun.

Special features of camping on Lake Thun

Those interested in culture are drawn to the campsites on Lake Thun near the main town of Thun am See. From here, it is not far to the famous Thun Castle and the town centre with its numerous shopping opportunities. Those who opt for campsites on the southern shore near Spiez can look forward to Mediterranean vegetation thanks to the mild climate.

The campsites on the eastern shore of the lake are ideal for long hikes up the Beatenberg. The town of Interlaken between Lakes Thun and Brienz, with its wide range of cultural attractions, is also within easy reach. Many campsites on Lake Thun boast a direct beach location and are in the immediate vicinity of water sports clubs and lidos.

Weather

Mild but humid summers await you when camping on Lake Thun. From June to August, there are an average of 12 to 13 days of showers per month. However, the weather is at its friendliest during these months, with up to nine hours of sunshine a day. This is also when the water in Lake Thun warms up to well over 20 degrees Celsius.

The campsites on Lake Thun are drier than in midsummer in spring and October. Temperatures rise to 14 degrees Celsius as early as April. Similar values are even achieved in October, when many guests are drawn to hike in the forests with their colourful leaves.

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