Stockhorn, Mountain summit in Bern, Switzerland
Stockhorn is a mountain summit in the Bern region that rises to 2,190 meters and commands expansive views across the landscape. From the peak, you can see Lake Thun, the snow-capped Alpine ridges, and neighboring peaks including Eiger and Jungfrau to the south and east.
A cog railway system opened in 1933, transforming access to the summit and bringing the mountain into reach of many more people. This infrastructure marked a turning point, making the area accessible to visitors and changing how the region connected with the peak.
The mountain attracts both locals and visitors who gather to experience the landscape together. Walking the paths and spending time at the summit connects people to the surrounding nature and the region's mountain traditions.
A cog railway transports visitors from the valley to the summit in a steady, manageable climb. At the top, a restaurant provides meals, and staff can direct you to hiking routes that depart from the peak and descend through different valleys.
Just below the summit sit two surprising lakes, Oberstockensee and Hinterstockensee, which sit at different elevations on the mountainside. These lakes connect through underground channels, creating an unusual water system that few visitors realize exists beneath their feet.
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