Wilderswil is located close to Interlaken. The village is situated at 586 m above sea level at the entrance to the Lütschinen valleys. The municipal area extends up to 2413 m above sea level. The Saxetbach stream flows into the Lütschine near Wilderswil and created an alluvial cone here. Its rocky gorge is popular for canyoning. From Wilderswil an aerial cableway provides access to the Schynige Platte, from where paragliders like to take off. The village with more than 1200 guest beds is a popular starting point for excursions to the Jungfrau region