Located high above Lake Thun, Beatenberg offers a unique panorama of the Alpine peaks of the Bernese Oberland including the famous threesome, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The main attraction of Beatenberg is its location. Beatenberg is furthermore a perfect starting point for excursions to the Lake Thun and Jungfrau region. 
In summer the mountain countryside is perfect for walking. High moors and karst fields of national importance are a treat for nature lovers. For relaxed walks there is the Beatusweg from the Waldegg district to the village centre. The 4-kilometre-long trail relates the legend of Holy Beatus, patron saint of Beatenberg.  A biographical theme trail is dedicated to the bestselling author Erich von Däniken. 

The Niederhorn (1950 metres above sea level), Beatenberg’s "house mountain" is accessible by aerial cableway from the village as well as from the nearby lakeside. From the Niederhorn several routes head in the direction of the village or over the Gemmenalphorn to the neighbouring village of Habkern. It’s not unusual to spot the odd ibex or marmot along the way.