Brunnenweg, Matten

Matten’s unique system of fountains evolved over hundreds of years. High quality drinking water now flows from 18 village fountains at all times of day, all year round.

The Matten fountains were established by the monastery of Interlaken in order to supply livestock farms.

Aside from providing drinking water, fountain water served the purposes of hygiene and firefighting. To this day, the fountains safeguard the population in emergencies linked to interruptions to the public water supply.

The fountains shape the face of the town. Children enjoy playing in them, and they attract both domestic and international visitors.