Before tourism grew in Interlaken at the end of the 19th century, the village was called Aarmühle. Around 1880, the municipality of Interlaken had approximately 2'000 inhabitants.
There were several photographers who were able to establish themselves there for a long time. As in other larger villages, photographers came and went. Between 1865 and 1900, there were approximately 16 Carte de Visite photographers in Interlaken.
update 9-2025