This weekend was a whirlwind of city escapes, Swiss Alps, and adventuring.
Upon arriving to Zurich we hopped across 3 trains to get ourselves to the Interlaken. There we settled in with our hostel before asking the front some of the best things to do.
Being told of a phenomenal view of waterfalls and the alps, we had no choice but to rent bikes and take the 1.5 hour bike ride to this view. Unfortunately we miss judged just how difficult it would be and got a little lost along the way. Though we didnt see "The View" we were expecting, we still came across some gorgeous views of our own.
On our bike back down the mountain, I misjudged how well the people in front of me were doing and hit a hill too fast before flipping my bike.
Luckily the camera was saved for I threw my whole body to avoid any damages. Nothing a few bruises wont make for a good story.
Along the trail there were these fresh water fountains that just flowed with icy water from the top of the alps. A truly refreshing experience.
Post bike ride, we took a power nap in the hammock room before embarking on a ride to Neuhaus for the sunset: Another recommendation
Unfortunately, I think the girl and I had two different minds because the sunset wasn't as "amazing" as I was hoping for. We were able to get a couple shots however the darker it got the colder we were.
We headed back to the bus stop where we met a few other people studying abroad from Florence who go to Syracuse University.
Once returning in for the night we debated on showering or not: the struggle was that the office had closed and we had no towel. Eventually we chose the use of a spare t-shirt and made do with what we could.
The next day was a day I will never forget. We took about a 25 minute drive up to a high point on the mountains and prepared for take off.
Somehow I was talked into paragliding regardless of my irrational fear of heights. And let me tell you. It was absolutely worth it. I wish I had been able to take my camera up there because the views were something spectacular and I will forever remember it.
The photos the guide took were mostly of me and horrible looking. I chose not to keep them haha. Honestly though, the most memorable part is probably running off of the mountain until the wind just picked us up and my feet lifted off the ground.
We wandered around Interlaken a bit before our next train and got Swiss chocolate. Im definitely convinced that chocolate is now ruined for me.
Once back in Zurich, we had about 4 hours to explore the city. Unfortunately, most if it was closed since it was Sunday. But we were able to walk around, get a couple good photos and enjoy the remainder of our holiday.
Alas it was time to board our final plane and we headed back to London.
June 24, 2018: Interlaken, Switzerland