Welcome to the winter recreation area on Oeschinensee! Experience magical moments and enjoy the unique winter conditions. The Oeschinensee has everything to make the hearts of winter sports and nature enthusiasts beat faster - whether winter hiking, snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding or ice fishing. The Oeschiland beginners' park offers plenty of variety, fun and exercise, especially for children.
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For magical winter experiences.
WINTER FUN IN OESCHILAND.
The ideal place where children and
beginners can learn to ski - surrounded
surrounded by a unique
alpine panorama. Information about the
Oeschiland beginners' park can be found here.
UNFORGETTABLE SLOPES.
The ski area for the whole family. For
young and old ski bunnies who want to
want to hit the slopes quickly. Prices and
further information about the ski area
can be found here.
UNIQUE CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING MAGIC.
Cross-country skiing enthusiasts meet here to
in a sunny and sheltered location
their laps in a sunny and sheltered location. All
information about cross-country skiing
here.
SIMPLY COME TO REST.
Ice fishing like in the far north - the
special winter experience for
fishing enthusiasts. All the information
about ice fishing and access to the lake
can be found here.
Come for the hike.
DISCOVER SNOWSHOE TRAILS.
No matter where you are, the
beautiful view of the
three-thousand-metre peaks of the imposing
Blüemlisalp massif are a
guaranteed. Further information can be found
here.
DISCOVER WINTER HIKING TRAILS.
After the gondola ride to the
mountain station you can explore all
winter hiking trails around the
Oeschinensee enjoy them. All
information on winter hiking can be found
here.
EXPERIENCE WITH RARITY VALUE!
Unique and only accessible when it is
cold and there is enough snow to cover the ice
the ice on the lake. All
information about the magical Ice Walk
on the frozen Oeschinensee can be found
here.
With delicious offers in a breathtaking mountain setting.
Our self-service restaurant with
its cozy terrace at the mountain
mountain station and right next to the
Oeschiland beginners' park.
Enjoy, feel the nature.
The unforgettable fondue experience
in the open air and in the middle of the
UNESCO World Heritage Site is an absolute
winter highlight. Experience nature
up close.
Our self-service restaurant by the lake - simple,
quick and uncomplicated.
Let yourself be pampered by the open fire or
terrace with fine specialties from the region.
specialties from the region.
No award symbolizes sustainability as impressively as UNESCO World Heritage status. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Lake Oeschinen. Whether hiking, skiing and snowboarding, family adventures, culinary delights or marveling at the majestic Blüemlisalp massif - unforgettable experiences await you. Discover the wide range of activities and let yourself be enchanted by the unique magic of Lake Oeschinen.
Arrive, feel nature.
All current information about the Oeschinensee area (Installations, trails, pistes, dangers etc.) can be viewed live on the interactive map.
Buy your e-ticket for the gondola rides or your ski pass (day tickets, annual passes, etc.) in advance in the ticket store. Book securely online!
Visit the Lake Oeschinen area with the virtual reality tour in the 360° panoramic view and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
All current information on Installations and offers such as catering, toilets, lockers etc. can be viewed here at a glance.
Up-to-date, live and compact.
Operation Cable car
Short toboggan run to the Oeschinensee
At the mountain station on the 1st floor (take the footpath around the building).
Lockers are available in three sizes at the valley and mountain stations. Payment can be made by card (debit/credit card) or in cash.
Size S: 60 min. CHF 2.- / 24 hrs. CHF 4.-
Size M: 30 min. CHF 2.- / 24 hrs. CHF 5.-
Size L: 120 min. CHF 4.- / 24 hrs. CHF 8.-
Locker passes can also be purchased at the ticket office (7 days, 14 days, whole season). There are also changing facilities at the valley station.
Safe storage without lugging. The "Ski Racks" offer the possibility to store 1 pair of skis. "Ski racks are available at the bottom station (1st floor next to the toilets) and at the exit of the top station.
Skis can be stored for CHF 2 for 24 hours. The first 15 minutes are free of charge.
Hiking trail Kandersteg - Oeschinensee (500 vertical meters)
Hiking trails in the area
Yes, ice fishing is normally possible from January 1st. Check our website before you arrive to find out whether the lake is open for ice fishing. An individual assessment of the situation must always be carried out on site (consult the SLF avalanche bulletin, check ice thickness, etc.). Entering Lake Oeschinen is at your own risk; please also observe the info screens, information boards and barriers.
Be careful when swimming in water temperatures around freezing point, do not underestimate the cold! Ice holes must be at least 50 m away from the tracked "Ice Walk". In addition, the SOS patroller must be informed about the ice hole (+41 79 481 01 12). Do not enter or stay in the restricted zones (see signaling, fencing, yellow buoys). The frozen lake may only be entered when it has been officially cleared and only from 09:00-16:00. The area must be left before dark, note the last cable car ride from the mountain station.
From Spiez and Brig you can reach Kandersteg by train (BLS). From Adelboden and Frutigen there is a bus (AFA) to Kandersteg. The walk from the station takes about 10 minutes. A local bus runs from the station to the valley station for every arrival/departure from June to October.
You can pay at the ticket machines and at the ticket office with all major credit and debit cards as well as with Twint. Cash and REKA checks are also accepted. Payment with REKA checks is only possible at the ticket counter.
Day tickets are easy to purchase via our webshop. Load the day pass onto a key card or your SwissPass. Alternatively, day tickets can also be purchased easily and conveniently at the valley station from our ticket machines or at the ticket office.
Yes, children under the age of 6 travel free on the Cable car. The SBB Junior Card is valid, please show it at the ticket office or at the turnstile.
The number of parking spaces in Kandersteg is limited. We recommend traveling by public transport. Paid parking spaces are available at the valley station of the Cable car in Kandersteg. Other paid parking spaces are located in the village (school building, municipality, train station, Cher).
No, in order for Oeschinensee to be opened for ice skating, the lake must freeze "black". This happens extremely rarely; if it does, you will be informed on our website. Entering the Oeschinensee is at your own risk and you must also observe the information screens, information boards and barriers. There is no infrastructure on site, such as changing rooms or similar, and no skate rental. If the ice is covered with snow, skating is not possible.
No, Oeschinensee is located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is surrounded by various protected areas, including plant conservation areas, dry meadows and wildlife rest areas. Due to these special protective measures, all commercial events and drone flights are prohibited by law. Compliance with these rules is monitored by rangers. However, we welcome visitors who respect nature and enjoy the flora and fauna with care.
Flying drones and model aircraft is prohibited in Oeschinensee. There is a judicial ban, overriding the national (FOCA) and cantonal area flight zones. In this way we protect nature and wildlife and do not disturb other guests. As a drone pilot, you are obliged to find out about the applicable area restrictions before every drone flight. Some drone manufacturers have created their own geofencings. The areas shown there are specified solely by the manufacturer and do not necessarily have to comply with the legally prescribed restrictions at Oeschinensee .
In an emergency, call the rescue service immediately (telephone number 1414). You should also inform the ranger (079 603 28 78) in summer and the SOS patroller (079 481 01 12) in winter. There is an SOS room in the mountain station. Defibrillators are located at the mountain and valley stations and at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant, near the lakeshore.
We provide unique and unforgettable moments in the imposing mountain world in front of the Blüemlisalp massif.
Cable car Kandersteg-Oeschinensee AG
Oeschistrasse 50
3718 Kandersteg
Last updated: 16.02.2025 - 22:51:02