Guttannen: Gelmersee

The landscape around Guttannen is high-alpine terrain of steep valleys, glaciers and mountain passes, which has shaped both the settlement pattern and local economy. This small municipality occupies part of the upper Aare valley in the Bernese Alps, where the road climbs towards the Grimsel Pass and the canton of Valais. The Unteraar Glacier lies within its extensive mountain area, while the Grimsel region is also associated with major hydroelectric infrastructure. Guttannen is a practical base for exploring the Haslital’s high country, from reservoirs and pass roads to demanding hiking terrain. The historic Grimsel route has long connected the Bernese Oberland with southern Switzerland. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on Guttannen and the Bernese Alps.

Built around the Aare River and routes across the Swiss Plateau, Bern grew into a canton connecting the federal capital with the Bernese Oberland. Its territory extends from Jura foothills and farmland through the Aare valley to the high Alps around the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The city of Bern, Switzerland’s federal capital, preserves an Old Town inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, while Thun and Interlaken lead towards Lakes Thun and Brienz. Urban institutions, dairy farming and established alpine resorts give the canton a notably broad Swiss character. View additional webcams nearby to better understand how Bern relates to its Alpine and plateau surroundings.

Switzerland stretches from the Jura Mountains in the northwest to the Alps in the south, encompassing a central plateau of cities, farms and lakes. The Rhine rises in the Swiss Alps, while Lake Geneva forms part of the country’s southwestern border. Zürich, Geneva and Basel are major urban centres, yet mountain railways and passes remain central to how many regions are experienced. Four national languages—German, French, Italian and Romansh—reflect Switzerland’s distinct cantonal identities. The Matterhorn above Zermatt is among Europe’s most recognisable peaks, and the 1291 Federal Charter is closely associated with the country’s founding tradition. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Switzerland.