Interlaken is situated in the core of Switzerland, with lake Brienz toward the east and Lake Thun toward the west. The waterway Aare runs parallel to the settlement. Interlaken is situated at a height of 570 m (1870 ft.) above ocean level and is spread over 4.4 square kilometers. The town is overshadowed by the three pinnacles of Jungfrau, Eiger and Monch which are a characterizing portrayal of the acclaimed Swiss Alps.