ACTIVITY GUIDE
THUN
CULTURE
THUN CASTLE
The medieval castle enthrones above the town of Thun and is the city’s unmistakable landmark. Its towers offer an incomparable view over the mountains, the city and the lake of Thun. Visit the mighty donjon built around 1200 by the Dukes of Zährigen. Experience the pomp and glory of the medieval Great Hall. Climb up into the towers and enjoy the impressive view of the town, lake and wonderful mountains.
Furthermore there are special experience offers for children, check the website for more details: Offers for Children & Family
E V E R Y D A Y F R O M 1 0 A M – 5 P M
Scan the QR code for directions 30 min walk from the event area
IRONMAN SPECIAL DISCOUNT
Adults CHF 8.- instead of CHF 10.- Audio Guide CHF 3.- instead of CHF 5.- Family Card CHF 20.- (2 Adults and 2 Children)
Special discount is applicable to all athletes and their accompany.
The voucher can be found at the end of the Activity Guide.
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OLD TOWN THUN
When wandering trough the old town of Thun, be prepared to be cached by the charm of it. The historic old Town is situated about one kilometre from the shore of the lake and can convince its visitors with unique shops and its history going back to the stone age.
A stroll along the Obere Hauptgasse, with its high pavements and interesting old buildings is recommended, as not every shop there has mapped itself on the Internet and you could miss lots of unique opportunities if you do not check it our by yourself.
GUIDED TOURS
You can book guided tours of the old town at the Welcome Center Thun Thun-Thunersee Tourismus
Seestrasse 2, CH-3600 Thun Tel. +41 33 225 90 00 https://www.thunersee.ch/en
Scan the QR code for directions 30 min walk from the event area
HISTORICAL BUILDING ROUTE
Several historical buildings in Thun have been uniformly labelled and numbered and can be visited on your own in a single tour as the
"Historic Trail". The accompanying guide in several languages (available in the Welcome Center Thun) will provide you a great deal of interesting information about the history of the City of Thun
The tour takes about 1 ½ hours.
More Information available here
Scan the QR code for directions to the Welcome-Center Thun 30 min walk from the event area
THUN-PANORAMA
The oldest cyclorama of the world was painted by Marquard Wocher about 200 years ago.
Rich in detail this picture takes a look at the daily life in Thun in 1814.
With its countless stories it is a picture puzzle for both the young and the old. The Cyclorama measuring 38 meters in length is situated in the heart of the Schadau Park.
More information here.
T U E S D A Y – S U N D A Y 1 1 A M – 5 P M
Foto: Dominique Wehrli
Scan the QR code for directions 5-10 min walk from the event area
ART MUSEUM THUN
Visit the art museum and its fascinating exhibitions, expanding your horizon with the power of contemporary art. The presentation of current positions and diverse, international and national trends have established the museum well beyond the region.
Afterwards, treat yourself to a cup of coffee and a slice of cake on the terrace of the former Grand Hotel’s Café Thunerhof, with a view over the Aare river and the mountains.
For more information please see here.
T U – S U 1 0 A M – 5 P M / W E 1 0 A M - 7 P M
Cantonale Berne Jura, 2017, Ausstellungsansicht Kunstmuseum Thun, Foto: Ian CG White.
Scan the QR code for directions 30 min walk from the event area
ACTIVITIES
NIESEN
The Niesen is known as an attractive mountain for excursions, culture and sports. It takes just 30 minutes to reach the summit of the near-perfect pyramid shaped mountain with the funicular railways from Mülenen. Enjoy the fantastic 360°-Panoramaview at the top of the Niesen . You can see the Alps, the Lake of Thun and Brienz and the Jura mountains. Up there the motto is: sit back and enjoy. More Information Here
Before or after the IRONMAN let us spoil you with culinary delights, mainly regional and seasonal dishes at the Mountain Lodge Niesen Kulm.
IRONMAN SPECIAL 2 FOR 1
Pay once and enjoy the mountain in pairs!
Return ticket Adults CHF 59.- for 2 persons.
Offer valid from 29th August to 12th September 2021, only valid with voucher.
The voucher is located at the end of this guide.
T H E S W I S S P Y R A M I D
You can find the way there here:
15 min by car from the event area
CANOEING TRAIL
Discover the southern shore of Lake Thun by canoe. Collect the canoe or stand-up paddle from a location of your choice and enjoy an exciting adventure on, in and by the lake. Fun and active recreation can be yours against a stunning natural backdrop.
More information also hereor here for pick- up stations
O P E N I N G H O U R S : I N F O - P O I N T B U C H T S P I E Z W E E K E N D 1 1 A M – 5 P M
IRONMAN SPECIAL 20% DISCOUNT
2 Hours: CHF 50 / Canoe 2 Hours: CHF 35 / SUP
The voucher is located at the end of the guide.
Not cumulative with other discounts.
You can find the way there here:
15 min by car from the event area
ST. BEATUS CAVES
Explore extraordinary grottos, chasms and vast halls. The imposing St.
Beatus caves are situated high above Lake Thun. The limestone cave system – a natural wonder millions of years old – is guaranteed to amaze you. Prepare to be fascinated by the incredible shapes and colors of impressive stalactite and stalagmite formations and hear the rush and drip of the bubbling waters.
For more information please see here D A I L Y 9 A M – 5 P M
M U S E U M D A I L Y 1 0 : 3 0 A M – 5 : 3 0 P M
You can find the way there here:
30 min by car from the event area
IRONMAN SPECIAL 50% DISCOUNT
Entrance fee cave incl. the museum CHF 9 instead of CHF 18 The voucher is located at the end of the guide.
Not cumulative with other discounts.
AAREQUAI
The two-kilometre-long "Aarequai", starting at the Thun Town Hall and running alongside the inner Aare and the shore of Lake Thun by ending at the boat station Hilterfingen, attracts countless walkers, cyclists and inline skaters especially on sunny days.
If you appreciate impressive mountain panoramas, beautiful views of the city and waking alongside a river will convince you.
Parts of the Aarquai you also will run at the IRONMAN Thun.
Train Station Town Hall
Scan the QR code for directions 30 min walk from the event area
LAKESIDE PATH
A picturesque lakeside path of around 2.5 kilometers lines the shores of Lake Thun. Several wooden bridges, which lead you through the fragile shore landscape, enable people to meet nature without endangering the ecosystem.
Part of the lakeside path Lachen will be part of the IRONMAN Thun Course.
Event Venue Camping Thun
Scan the QR code for directions Directly starting at the event area
CRUISE ON LAKE THUN
A boat trip on the clear waters of Lake Thun amid the mountains of the Bernese Oberland is an unforgettable experience. During the two-hour trip from Thun to Interlaken, you can indulge in fine cuisine while casting admiring gazes at the castles on the banks and the mountains beyond.
The deep blue Lake Thun is the largest lake in the Bernese Oberland entirely located in the Canton of Bern. It offers views of green meadows, the typical alps as well as the eternally white peaks of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau beyond. More details can be found here.
Y O U C A N F I N D T H E T I M E T A B L E H E R E .
Scan the QR code for directions 20 min walk from the event area
BLAUSEE
The surrounding area of the Blausee has a lot in store: A mystic nature park, walkways, fireplaces, picknick areas and a playground for kids.
Discover the Blausee museum or the lake with a glass-bottom boat – all that in the middle of a unique backdrop.
For more information please see here D A I L Y F R O M 9 A M – 9 P M
You can find the way there here:
30 min by car from the event area
Adults Mo-Fr Sa-Su
9AM – 5PM CHF 10 CHF 12
5PM – 9PM CHF 8 CHF 10
STOCKHORN
Adults/ single/ Stockhorn CHF 38 Adults/ return/ Stockhorn CHF 60
Experience an unforgettable day on the Stockhorn. Feel the appeal of an unparalleled world of adventure around two tranquil mountain lakes.
Explore diversified hiking trails, soak up the sun on the viewing terrace or get your adrenalin kicks with bungee jumping. A cable car transports you to the peak of the Stockhorn at 2190 m above sea level in just 20 minutes.
More details can be found here.
D A I L Y F R O M 7 : 5 0 A M – 5 : 3 5 P M
You can find the way there here:
20 min by car from the event area
P R I C E S
NIEDERHORN
Secure your ringside seat with a view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
At 1950 m above sea level the Niederhorn offers a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding mountains and the deep blue waters of Lake Thun. Experience action on a scooter bike descent into the valley or one of the many different hikes through the impressive landscape.
More details can be found here.
D A I L Y F R O M 8 A M – 5 : 5 8 P M
You can find the way there here:
25 min by car from the event area
P R I C E S
Beatenbucht – Niederhorn CHF 56 Beatenberg – Niederhorn CHF 42
IRONMAN SPECIAL 2 FOR 1
Pay once and enjoy the mountain in pairs!
Return ticket Adults CHF 56.- for 2 persons.
Offer valid from August 29th to September 12th 2021, only valid with voucher.
The voucher is located at the end of this guide.
CULINARY
FOOD TRAIL
Get a taste for the city of Thun in a different way with this enjoyable scavenger hunt and become acquainted with some new stories in the process. On this FoodTrail you will receive some well-known Thun specialties and enjoy them either straight away or at home. Just solve the puzzles and move onto the next stop on the gourmet tour.
Approximate Duration: 3 Hours
For more information, please contact the Welcome Center Thun
T U – F R 9 A M – 1 2 . 1 5 A M / 1 . 3 0 P M – 2 . 3 0 P M / S A 1 0 A M – 2 P M
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C H I C K P E A S T E W W I T H C U R R Y A N D C O C O N U T A N D R O A S T E D C H I C K E N B R E A S T
S T R I P S
Worth knowing
High in protein - for the body to regenerate quickly, it needs proteins to rebuild muscles. In addition, protein- rich meals strengthen the body's defences by transporting
fat through the blood.
Endurance Healthy alternative
IRONMAN Special menus, available from 31.08 – 06.09.2021
Gasthof Schützen Steffisburg
The muscle strengthener
CHF 24
Worth knowing
. The glycogen storage is the energy depot in your body, especially in the liver. Before a long, sporty activity you
have to fill up the energy depot.
Ä L P L E R M A G R O N E N W I T H F R I E D O N I O N S A N D A P P L E
S A U C E
CHF 19
F I T N E S S P L A T E W I T H B E E F E N T R E C Ô T E
W I T H G R I S S I N I A N D A M E L O N S L I C E
Worth knowing
In order to keep in shape, it is important to supply the body with little energy in the form of dietary fibres. A
salad plate with a piece of meat is ideal for this.
CHF 39
The Special menus are only available with voucher.
Waaghaus Thun
Along our favorite river, we offer Ironman athletes a short break and a supercompensation with Riviera feeling at its best! You are most welcome to hang out on our cozy terrace with Aare view and refuel your energy reserves.
Panorama Card Thunersee
All guests staying at hotels and pensions at Lake Thun pay a visitor’s tax, the revenues of which are earmarked for the promotion and creation of
services and amenities for visitors. In return, if your accommodation provider is a member of Thun-Lake Thun Tourism, you will receive a guest card that gives you numerous benefits from your very first night in the region. The PanoramaCard entitles you to free travel on scheduled public transport services in the Lake Thun region. All offers are visible here.
FREE TRAVEL WITH PUBLIC BUS AND POSTBUS
Welcome Center Thun
Thun-Thunersee Tourismus Seestrasse 2
3600 Thun
https://www.thunersee.ch/en
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE REGION
YOU FIND IN THE WELCOME CENTER:
IRONMAN SPECIAL
2 FOR 1 VOU C HE R
P A Y O NC E A ND E N JOY T H E M O U NT AI N I N P A I RS !
IRONMAN SPECIAL
NIEDERHORNBAHN
IRONMAN SPECIAL
2 FOR 1 VOU C HER
V A L I D F R O M
P A Y O NC E A N D E N JOY T H E M O U NT AI N I N P A I RS !
IRONMAN SPECIAL
1 P OWER CO CKTAIL WI THOUT A LCOHOL.
V A I L D F R O M 2 9 . 0 8 – 1 2 . 0 9 . 2 0 2 1
TO B E RE D ME E D E T WAAG HAU S THU N
C A N N O T B E C U M U L A T E D
IRONMAN SPECIAL
5 0 % VOU C HE R
