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Casino Interlaken
The casino in the historic Kursaal Interlaken, in the heart of the Jungfrau region's tourist hotspot.
📍 Bern | 🏛️ B-Licence (limited stakes) | 🗓️ Opened 2002 | ✓ Updated: July 6, 2026
At a glance
| Address | Strandbadstrasse 44, 3800 Interlaken |
| Canton | Bern |
| Licence | B-Licence (limited stakes) |
| Phone | +41 33 827 62 10 |
| info@casino-interlaken.ch | |
| Website | Visit official website |
| Admission | CHF 5 (day pass); free with the Interlaken guest card. Valid ID required. |
| Dress code | There is no formal dress code, but neat clothing is expected. Headwear such as caps or hats is not permitted in the gaming area and can be left in the cloakroom. |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Parking | Parking is available directly at the Kursaal site, with further car parks in the centre of Interlaken within walking distance. |
| Opened | 2002 |
| Operator | Casino Interlaken AG |
| Wheelchair accessible | Not specified |
| Payment methods | ✓ Cash CHF Play is in Swiss francs. Anyone entering before 18:00 receives a voucher for a welcome drink (excluding spirits). |
Opening Hours
| Day | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Sun–Thu | 12:00 – 02:00 |
| Fri–Sat | 12:00 – 03:00 |
| Table games | daily from 18:00 |
Open daily, 365 days a year.
Games on offer
124 slot machines, Manufacturers: Novomatic
Jackpots: Five mystery jackpots that can be triggered at random on any machine in the venue, plus linked progressive jackpots.
| Game | Minimum bet | Maximum bet | Tables |
|---|---|---|---|
| American roulette | – | – | 2 |
| Blackjack | – | – | 2 |
| Ultimate Texas Hold'em | – | – | 2 |
Poker room
There is currently no classic poker room with cash games or tournaments. Poker fans play Ultimate Texas Hold'em against the house, available at two tables with up to six seats each.
Getting there & location
The casino is around 10 minutes' walk from Interlaken West station and about 15 minutes from Interlaken Ost station. Both stations are well connected to the SBB and BLS networks, and local buses stop right by the Kursaal on the Höheweg.
Take the A8 motorway (Spiez–Interlaken–Brienz) to the Interlaken exit, then follow the signs for the centre and Kursaal. The drive takes around 50 minutes from Bern and about 2 hours from Zurich.
Hotel & Restaurants
| Restaurant / Bar | Cuisine | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Des Alpes (Dinner for Winner partner) | Swiss and international cuisine, combinable with the Dinner for Winner casino package | |
| Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa (Dinner for Winner partner) | Upscale hotel dining, combinable with the Dinner for Winner casino package |
Hotels nearby
| Hotel | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa | approx. 400 m | |
| Hotel Metropole Interlaken | approx. 400 m | |
| Hotel Interlaken | approx. 900 m | |
| Hotel Du Nord | approx. 800 m |
Events & Promotions
| Event / Promotion | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner for Winner | bookable year-round | Combined package with dinner at a partner restaurant such as Restaurant Des Alpes or the Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel, followed by a casino visit. |
| Jackpot and slot promotions | ongoing | Regular promotions around the five mystery jackpots and the linked progressive jackpots on the slot machines. |
Frequently asked questions
How much does entry to the Casino Interlaken cost?
A day pass costs CHF 5. Anyone staying in Interlaken who holds a guest card gets free entry at reception. You need to be at least 18 and present valid official ID.
What are the opening hours of the Casino Interlaken?
Sunday to Thursday from 12:00 to 02:00, Friday and Saturday from 12:00 to 03:00. The table games open daily at 18:00.
Is there a dress code?
There is no formal dress code, but neat clothing is expected. Headwear such as caps or hats is not permitted in the casino and can be left in the cloakroom.
Can you play poker at the Casino Interlaken?
Classic poker tournaments and cash games are not currently offered. Ultimate Texas Hold'em is played against the house at two tables with up to six seats.
How do I get to the Casino Interlaken?
The casino is in the Kursaal at Strandbadstrasse 44, around 10 minutes' walk from Interlaken West station and about 15 minutes from Interlaken Ost station. By car, Interlaken is reached via the A8, with parking available at the Kursaal site.
Does the Casino Interlaken have an online casino?
Yes. Casino Interlaken AG operates StarVegas (starvegas.ch), its own ESBK-licensed online casino, and was among the first legal online providers in Switzerland in 2020.
History & Background
The building's history goes back to 1859, when the Kursaal Interlaken was built on the site of the former Augustinian monastery “inter lacus”. For decades it was the social centre of the rising tourist resort, although high-stakes gambling remained banned in the canton of Bern for a long time. Under the new Swiss Gambling Act, the Federal Council granted a Type B licence for Interlaken in 2001, and on 3 July 2002 the Casino Interlaken reopened in the tradition-rich Kursaal. Since then the venue has benefited from its unique location in the Jungfrau region's tourist hotspot between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. In 2020, Casino Interlaken AG became one of the first Swiss casinos to move into legal online gambling, launching StarVegas, its own ESBK-certified online casino, which is visible nationally as a gold sponsor of SC Bern among others.
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