Discover and Experience

You can discover the Emmental while hiking, biking, or skiing, as well as through regional festivals, local crafts, and culinary delights. Whether you’re an active sports enthusiast, a culture lover, or simply curious—the region will surprise you with its diversity, warmth, and authentic experiences.

Appenberg Team-Building Support Program

Excursions in and around Appenberg

Two people on bicycles are standing under a large tree on a grassy hill, enjoying a sunny day with a bright blue sky dotted with thin clouds. Nearby is a bench overlooking a picturesque, rolling landscape.

E-Bike Tour Through the Emmental

Discover the Emmental on an e-bike: Over 600 kilometers of well-marked trails lead to traditional farms and cozy restaurants.

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A Trip to the Chuderhüsi Tower

A trip to the Chuderhüsi Tower: As you walk through meadows and forests, accompanied by birdsong, the view of the Emmental becomes a picture-perfect moment.

Emmental Show Cheese Factory

On the indoor tour, discover how Emmentaler AOP is made—from raw milk to tasting—accompanied by fascinating stories.

Experiences on the Appenberg

Around the Appenberg, the adventure begins right at your doorstep. Whether it’s a leisurely stroll through the Emmental, picture-perfect trails, or the sound of birdsong—every outing here becomes an adventure. And with a little luck, you might even come across a few curious cows along the way.

Fondue or Barbecue Backpack

With our fondue or barbecue backpack, you can explore the Emmental in a delightful way. The trail winds through blooming meadows and shady forest paths to secluded spots. There, regional specialties reveal their full flavor over an open fire or in a fondue pot—for truly delightful moments under the open sky.

Rent E-Bikes

Fresh country air, rolling hills, and the picture-perfect Emmental—all on Thömus e-bikes, including equipment (helmet, clothing, and water bottle).

Bicycles: 15
Price per person: CHF 70.– full day | CHF 45.– half day

More Things to Do on Appenberg

Excursions in the Emmental

Forest Bathing, Herb Walk, Nature Workshop

Let's head out into nature together: Teams bond in the forest—through games, crafts, creativity, and exercises to build resilience.

Gotthelf Center

In the parsonage, you can get a sense of how Gotthelf lived with his family, wrote novels, preached—and engaged in lively debates with guests.



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