The healthcare system in Switzerland is based on several levels and is subject to a fee. It is important that you contact the right centre, otherwise you may incur high costs.
Here are your contacts - depending on the problem:
Pharmacy
Important
Please note that there is no pharmacy in Wengen.
We therefore recommend that you bring any essential medication with you for your stay in Wengen.
Contact your nearest pharmacy. The specialist staff will be able to advise you and dispense medication if required. The nearest pharmacy is in Interlaken Ost.
The journey time by public transport from Wengen to Interlaken Ost is approximately 43 minutes.
- Apotheke Dr.Portmann +41 33 828 34 34, Höheweg 4, 3800 Interlaken (Delivery to Wengen on request)
- DROPA DROGERIE APHOTHEkE INTERLAKEN OST+41 33 823 80 30, Untere Bönigstrasse 12 (Train station Interlaken OST)
- BAHNHOF APHOTHEKE INTERLAKEN WEST +41 33 821 00 80, Bahnhofstrasse 28 (Train station Interlaken WEST)
Medical practice
Do you need medical help? You can easily reach a doctor here.
- Xundheitszentrum Wengen: Mon - Fri 08.00 to 12.00, 14.00 to 17.00, +41 33 856 28 28
- Walk-in Clinic Interlaken: Mon - Fri 08.00 to 12.00, 13.00 to 17.00, +41 33 826 21 00
- GP emergency in the Interlaken region: evenings and weekends, +41 900 57 67 47
- Medgate (telephone information): available 24/7, +41 800 888 333
- Xundheitszentrum Grindelwald: Mon - Fri 08.00 to 12.00, 14.00 to 17.00, +41 33 854 54 40
Tip: Please call the chosen practice in advance to avoid unnecessary waiting times.
Hospital
Are you in an acute emergency situation? The emergency departments of the regional hospitals offer optimum interdisciplinary emergency care around the clock:
- SPITAL FMI INTERLAKEN +41 33 826 26 26 Weissenaustrasse 27, Interlaken Spitäler fmi AG | Spitäler Frutigen Meiringen Interlaken AG (spitalfmi.ch)
- WALK-IN-CLINIC INTERLAKEN +41 33 826 21 00 Bahnhofstrasse 28, Interlaken Medizinisches Zentrum im Bahnhof Interlaken West | Walk-in-Clinic Interlaken
Tip: In a hospital emergency, the urgency of the case determines the treatment, not the arrival time. This can result in long waiting times. We therefore recommend that you consult the above-mentioned centres first if you have less serious concerns.
Emergency number
Are you in a life-threatening situation, e.g. severe chest pain or severe shortness of breath?
Call the emergency number 144.
For the Swiss Air Rescue Rega, dial 1414.
The emergency medical call centre will ensure that the right resources reach you. During the emergency call, you will be supported by experts with safety advice or first aid instructions.
- Kleine Scheidegg ski area +41 33 828 76 65
- Männlichen ski area +41 33 828 75 99
- Grindelwald First ski area +41 33 828 77 33
Defibrillator
Defibrillators are distributed throughout the village. You can find the exact locations on Defikarte.ch under this link.
Important: Please take your proof of insurance, vaccination card (if available) and an identification document with you for each consultation. Most services and remedies can be paid for by credit card.