Parade of the fleet on Lake Thun
A cruise on 1 August – enjoy this special evening on Swiss National Day with a delicious dinner from the galley and the wonderful views of the fireworks along the lake and mountains.
Timetable
Tuesday, 1 August 2023
| Station | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|
| Thun, train station | Dep. 20.20 Uhr | Arr. 22.50 Uhr |
| Thun, shipyard * | Dep. 20.20 Uhr | Arr. 22.50 Uhr |
* MS Stockhorn
Subject to change without prior notice
Rates
Cruise & Food *
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Cruise and 3-course menu ** | from CHF 106.00 |
| Cruise and barbecue offer *** | from CHF 87.00 |
* Price details are listed below
** DS Blümlisalp, MS Berner Oberland, MS Stadt Thun
*** MS Stockhorn
Availability
Tuesday, 01. August 2023
Subject to changes.
Rates
Cruise, without food and without seat reservation
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | CHF 45.00 |
| GA travelcard and Half-Fare travelcard | CHF 38.00 |
| Children (6-15 years) | CHF 22.50 |
A seat reservation is not possible if the cruise is chosen without food.
Prices in CHF, incl. VAT / Prices and products are subject to change without notice.
Cruise and 3-course menu | DS Blümlisalp, MS Berner Oberland, MS Stadt Thun
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | CHF 113.00 |
| GA travelcard and Half-Fare travelcard | CHF 106.00 |
| Children (6-11 years) * | CHF 90.50 |
* Price for 3-course menu, but children can also choose from the children's menu.
Prices in CHF, incl. VAT / Prices and products are subject to change without notice.
Cruise and OaSee barbecue offer
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | CHF 94.00 |
| GA travelcard and Half Fare travelcard | CHF 87.00 |
| Children (6-11 years) | CHF 47.00 |
Prices in CHF, incl. VAT / Prices and products are subject to change without notice.
Food & Drink
Menu 1 August
DS Blümlisalp, MS Stadt Thun, MS Berner Oberland
Homemade graved salmon
Beetroot hummus | lemon crème fraiche | cucumber | focaccia
***
Saddle of veal from Simmental
Porto pearl onions | garden pea puree | potato gratin | bunched carrot
Coarse mustard hollandaise
***
Mango-passion fruit cheesecake | pistachio cream | kiwi salad
Vegetarian Menu
Carrot salmon
Beetroot hummus | lemon crème fraiche | cucumber | focaccia
***
Roasted beetroot steak
Porto pearl onions | garden pea puree | potato gratin | bunched carrot
Coarse mustard hollandaise
***
Mango passion fruit cheesecake | pistachio cream | kiwi salad
MS Stockhorn - Oasee BBQ offer
Salad bar
Greek salad
Tomato salad with mozzarella
Mussel salad with diced vegetables
Sweet corn salad
Honey melon slices
Seasonal leaf salad
Rocket salad
Tomato bread and rosemary focaccia
From the grill
Chicken thigh skewer
Pork loin steak
Alpine herbs sausage
Prawn skewer
Side dishes
Small marinated grilled cheese
Stuffed bell peppers
Potato gratin
Sauces
Chimichurri, Café de Paris, tartar sauce
Dessert
Frozen Yogurt
with various toppings
Chocolate coconut cubes
Important notes
The following should be noted
- The fleet parade will take place independently of the fireworks or even in the event of a fireworks ban.
- If a boat trip is booked without food, a seat reservation is not possible due to capacity.
- The pre-sale starts in spring 2023.
Location
Schiffstation Thun
Seestrasse 9
3600 Thun
Travel relaxed by train to Thun. The boat station is right in front of the railway station.
46.754133780514, 7.6312869787216
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy tickets?
In spring, summer and autumn, all tickets and combination tickets are available on our boats and at the stations in Thun, Spiez, Interlaken West and Interlaken Ost as well as Brienz. During the winter months the stations remain closed. On Lake Brienz, navigation is suspended during the winter.
Day tickets & combi tickets
Culinary cruises & special offers
Route tickets
Are discounts offered to children and seniors?
Children under the age of 6 travel for free, while children aged 6 - 15 years only have to pay half-price. The Junior travelcard and Children’s Co-travelcard (for children aged 6 - 15 years) are valid on all scheduled cruises.
No discounts are available to seniors.
Do the boats also operate in wind, storms, snow and fog?
Our boats operate in virtually all weather. We cannot guarantee schedule adherence in storms, thick fog, or high or low water (where possible, we will inform you on site).
Is there a menu for people with allergies?
Yes, we have a menu for people suffering from allergies on every boat. Nevertheless, it is useful to indicate allergies when making your reservation so that we can prepare alternatives for you in advance. Here you'll find the menu for people suffering from allergies.
What are my payment options in the onboard restaurants?
You have the following payment options in our onboard restaurants:
- Cash
- Debit card
- Credit card
- Vouchers (issued by Schiffcatering Thuner- und Brienzersee or BLS Lake Cruise)
Can I reserve a specific table or make a request?
We take all requests regarding the choice of table (online via comments) and try to accommodate your wishes as best we can. However, we can unfortunately not guarantee anything, as the wishes are taken into account after the reservation is received (date of request).
Contact
Do you have any questions about our offers? Contact us, we will be happy to help you.
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