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Well informed on the Oeschinensee. Here you will find all the latest information on open Installations, pistes, lifts, winter hiking trails, snowshoe trails and much more. No matter which offer you choose - whether it's sunny or cloudy, with skis or hiking boots in your luggage: our live data will keep you up to date.

Operating information

Cable car Oeschinensee: In operation daily 09h00-17h00 -
Winter hiking from the mountain station to the Oeschinensee.
Mountain restaurant Oeschinensee: 'CLOSED'
Chalet Arva: 'CLOSED' (end of season) season start from May 2026
mountain coaster: 'CLOSED' (end of season) Season start from May 2026
Rowing boats: 'CLOSED' (end of season) Start of season from May 2026
Electric cab: 'Out of service' No cab service in winter
Snowshoe trail (A) valley Oeschinensee: - open - approx. 90' - snow-covered. Snowshoes / hiking boots recommended.
Mountain hiking trail (G) Läger-Heuberg-Oberbärgli: 'CLOSED' avalanche danger = danger to life! Opening date approx. June 2026.

Weather today: 1C° Mostly sunny Mostly sunny
Weather tomorrow: 1Cloudy Cloudy

Cable car timetable:
Winter: 22.11.2025 to 08.03.2026, open daily 09h00 - 17h00
Cable car out of service: 09.03.2026 - 08.05.2026
Spring season start: from 09.05.2026 (daily 08h30 - 18h00)

PANORAMA MAP

Explore the area with the digital map.

Our digital map (panoramic map) shows the entire Oeschinensee from a bird's eye view and provides you with information about our Installations, offers, restaurants, toilets and much more. Simply scan the QR code for further details.

OPERATING INFORMATION

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All the latest information on open Installations, offers, pistes and lifts, winter hiking trails, snowshoe trails, culinary offerings and much more can be found here.

Operation Cable car

Cable car Oeschinensee: In operation daily 09h00-17h00 -
Winter hiking from the mountain station to the Oeschinensee.


Hiking trails

Snowshoe trail (A) valley Oeschinensee: - open - approx. 90' - snow-covered. Snowshoes / hiking boots recommended.
Mountain hiking trail (G) Läger-Heuberg-Oberbärgli: 'CLOSED' avalanche danger = danger to life! Opening date approx. June 2026.


Ski lifts

Bire ski lift - closed - in preparation
Ski lift Wittenen - closed - in preparation

Beginners' paradise Oeschiland
Oeschiland beginners' park - closed - in preparation - open at weekends and on Wednesdays.

sledge run Oeschiland - closed - in preparation

Oeschipark - Snowpark for beginners - closed - in preparation

Slopes

Piste 1 (blue)
Slope 2 Bire (blue)
Piste 3 Wittenen (red) - closed - in preparation
Piste 4 mountain station-Bire (blue) - closed - in preparation

Piste 5 warehouse (blue) - closed - in preparation

Cross-country skiing

Oeschinensee cross-country ski slope - - closed - in preparation


Short toboggan run to the Oeschinensee

sledge run 6 mountain station to Oeschinensee - closed

Ice fishing - closed - the lake is not frozen - ice fishing possible from around the beginning of January

Ice Walk (L) - closed - Oeschinensee is not yet frozen over

Entering Oeschinensee: - Oeschinensee is not yet frozen over


Restaurant Bergstübli (mountain station): 'Open' self-service daily 09h00-16h00
Mountain restaurant Oeschinensee: 'CLOSED'
Café-Bar (on the shore of Lake Oeschinen): 'CLOSED'
  • Guest Service
    E-Mail: Cable caroeschinensee
    Infoline: Tel. +41 33 675 11 18
  • In an emergency, call the rescue service on 1414 (Rega / SAR).
  • The SOS rooms are located at the valley and mountain stations. Three defibrillators are located at the toilets of the valley station and at the exit of the mountain station as well as at the toilets of the mountain restaurant on the shore of Lake Oeschinen.
Picnic room mountain station: 'CLOSED'
The picnic room in the mountain station (1st floor) is only open in the winter season.

At the mountain station on the 1st floor (take the footpath around the building).

  • No reservation possible
  • Capacity max. 40 persons
Lockers valley station 'In operation' - ski stand CHF 2.-/ 24h
Lockers mountain station 'In operation' - ski rack CHF 2.-/ 24h - (15 min free of charge).

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.

Oeschinensee
Webcam Oeschinensee
Mountain station / Oeschiland beginners' paradise
Webcam Oeschinensee

Hiking trail Kandersteg - Oeschinensee (500 vertical meters)

Snowshoe trail (A) valley Oeschinensee: - open - approx. 90' - snow-covered. Snowshoes / hiking boots recommended.


Hiking trails in the area

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Winter hiking trail (D) Oeschinensee via Läger: - open - approx. 45′ - snow-covered - hiking boots recommended.
Winter hiking trail (K) Oeschinensee shore: - open - approx. 10′ - snow-covered - hiking boots recommended.
Ice Walk (L) - closed - Oeschinensee is not yet frozen over

magical experiences

Good planning is the be-all and end-all. Before you arrive, be sure to check the current operating status and the panoramic map - always live and clearly laid out. Once you have arrived in Oeschinensee, it is best to take a look at the information boards at the valley and mountain stations to find out about the current situation. Weather and conditions can change quickly in the mountains.

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FAQ

What you should know.

Ticket booking

Is it possible to change/cancel an online booking?

Yes, from the date of validity you can rebook your ticket free of charge and online via the ticket store to a later date, provided seats are available. The link is included in the e-mail with your ticket, cancelations are not possible. Further information can be found directly in our Ticket Shop.

Can a ticket be canceled or refunded?

Cancellation or refund of tickets is generally excluded. In exceptional cases, a voucher can be issued for a later visitCable caroeschinensee. A processing fee of CHF 10 per booking may apply. A payout is excluded. Note: A rebooking to another time slot within the current season is possible up to three times free of charge.

Can a ticket with a boarding pass be changed to an earlier date?

Rebooking to an earlier date is not possible online. In exceptional cases, please contact the helpdesk oeschinensee Cable car . Ticket exchanges are only possible on-site at the Info Center.

How does the ticket system work?

For a pleasant journey on the Cable car, it is best to buy your tickets in advance from the ticket store. With the time slot reservation included with your ticket purchase, you can secure a preferred time slot for the ascent and start your journey relaxed and without long waiting times. You can find more information directly in our ticket store.

What are the advantages of booking online?

You can buy your ticket online in the ticket store. A time slot reservation for your ascent is included with your ticket. A relaxed journey awaits you without long waiting times at the valley station. If your plans change, you can rebook your time slot free of charge. Further information and tickets can be found in the ticket store.

Is a combination ticket (Parking+CableCable car) available?

The offer is currently not available.

What booking options are available for the descent?

Book your ticket conveniently online - without a time slot for the descent. Or get a discounted connecting ticket at the mountain station. You can find more information and tickets directly in our ticket store.

What is the smart ticketing system at Oeschinensee?

The smart ticketing system is an intelligent visitor guidance system introduced in 2025 that manages visitor flows efficiently, sustainably and in a resource-saving manner. The aim is to enable all guests to enjoy a relaxed and stress-free nature experience. When purchasing online, you choose a time slot for your ascent - your personal boarding pass. In this way, visitors are evenly distributed throughout the day, waiting times at the valley station are reduced and the nature experience is harmonized. You benefit from convenient online booking, flexible free rebooking of your time slot and a free choice of descent time. The system ensures that every guest can enjoy Oeschinensee at its best.

How do I make a group reservation?

Group travel is limited and requires a reservation. If you arrive by train, we recommend booking via the SBB Contactcenter on 0041 848 44 66 88, where you can pay by invoice, receive advice and make adjustments. To purchase tickets on site, you must register in advance by e-mailing Cable caroeschinensee (no option to pay by invoice). Smaller groups can purchase individual tickets at the regular rate in the ticket store. Groups arriving spontaneously can often no longer be transported due to capacity restrictions. There are no contractual agreements or cooperations with third-party providers. Groups visiting the restaurants in the area will receive additional information in advance.

How can a voucher be redeemed?

Select the desired product in the ticket store and add it to the shopping cart. When paying, select "Add voucher" from the payment methods and enter your voucher code.

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Timetable and fares

What advantages does the guest card offer?

Guests with a guest card from Kandersteg, Adelboden, Frutigen, Kandergrund and Reichenbach receive a 10% discount on the gondola ride. You do not need to reserve a timeslot. Enter your guest card number here to receive discounts on mountain railway tickets in the ticket store. The guest card is also accepted at the ticket machines on site (simply scan the QR code).

Are savings, tandem, community or Friends day passes valid?

No, the SBB day passes are not valid for the Cable car Oeschinensee. Discounts are available with a valid GA travelcard, Half-Fare travelcard, Swiss Travel Pass or a guest card from Kandersteg, Kandergrund, Frutigen, Adelboden and Reichenbach.

What transportation requirements apply to bicycles, SUPs, sports equipment, scooters and children's bikes?

No bicycles, mountain bikes, children's bikes, scooters, SUPs (stand-up paddles) or other potentially dangerous sports equipment are transported.

Can a ticket also be purchased on site?

We recommend buying your ticket in advance via our ticket store. Only a limited number of remaining tickets are available on site at the ticket machines. Please note: Mountain rides can only be booked on site if there are still free seats available for the desired time slot. If the time slot is already fully booked, transportation is unfortunately not possible. Further information can be found directly in the ticket store.

Do dogs travel free of charge on the Cable car?

No, the day ticket costs CHF 8.00. The SBB dog pass is accepted on the Cable car Oeschinensee .

What means of payment can I use?

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. Further information and tickets can be found directly in our ticket store.

Is the Bernese Oberland Pass accepted?

No, the BEO Pass will no longer be accepted from January 2026 and there will be no discount on the gondola ride.

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Arrival and parking

How do I travel by train (public transport)?

You can reach Kandersteg by train from Spiez and Brig. From Adelboden and Frutigen there is a bus (AFA) to Kandersteg. The walk from the station takes approx. 10-15 minutes. From June to October, a local bus runs from the station to the valley station for every train arrival/departure.

Where can I park and can I reserve a parking space?

Unfortunately, parking spaces cannot be reserved at the moment. Parking spaces in Kandersteg are limited at weekends and in summer. From around 12:00, there may be no more parking spaces available - we recommend arriving early. Parking spaces are available at the valley station from 06h00 until the evening. Hikers who are on their way to Oeschinensee should use the hiking parking lots in the village (lower hiking parking rates). No entry is possible at night. Entry is limited to max. 5m length, 2m height. Paid parking spaces and parking spaces for larger vehicles are located in the village and at the Schützenhaus.

How do I get from the mountain station to the shore of Lake Oeschinen?

Oeschinensee can be reached on foot in around 30 minutes and the path is also easily accessible with baby carriages. In the summer season, a chargeable electric cab runs from the mountain station to the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant near the lakeshore and back every half hour or when full. Guests with reduced mobility have priority in the electric cab.

Can Oeschinensee be reached by car?

The private road to Oeschinensee is closed to all motorized traffic and bicycles. Oeschinensee cannot be reached by car, e-bike, mountain bike or other vehicles.

Where can campers, motorhomes etc. park?

There are no parking spaces for campers at the Cable car valley station, as the entrance height is limited to a maximum of 2 meters. Further parking spaces are available at various locations in the village. Parking spaces are available at the Nordic Arena and at the Bären (near Sunnbüel). Parking spaces without height restrictions are located at the Schützenhaus or at the town hall.

Are there charging stations for electric cars?

Eight 11kW electric charging stations are available in our "P2" parking lot at the valley station. Entry is also possible when the parking lot is occupied - simply press the button on the entry column. Charging cables can be borrowed from the ticket office.

What are the outdoor guidelines for cycling?

Cycling of any kind is prohibited in the Oeschinensee area. Out of consideration for our guests, nature and for safety reasons, Oeschinensee can only be visited on foot. There is a judicial ban on cycling (mountain biking, e-biking, etc.). In addition, many forest trails lead through ecologically sensitive areas, i.e. rare and shy wild animals use these areas as retreats and quiet zones.

Where can coaches park?

There are no parking spaces for coaches at the Cable car valley station in Kandersteg. These can be found at various locations in the village. At the valley station, only a short stop for loading and unloading is permitted at the bus stop.

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Gastronomy / Overnight stay

Is there accommodation available at Oeschinensee ?

During the summer season you can only stay overnight in Chalet Arva . A reservation is mandatory. Three SAC huts in the Oeschinensee area offer further overnight accommodation. Camping is only permitted at Camping Rendez-Vous at the valley station or at the ski jump (open all year round). There are also various pitches in Kandersteg.

Where can I get snacks or something to satisfy my hunger?

If you are hungry or have a small appetite, you will find a selection of hot and cold snacks as well as a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in the kiosk at the mountain station and in the café bar on the shore of the lake.

What are the gastronomic offerings?

In the Oeschinensee area, you can choose from a variety of dining options. These include the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant and the Chalet Arva (both near the lake) as well as the Bergstübli at the mountain station. Here you can enjoy a variety of food and drinks and experience the magnificent view of the mountain landscape. To the offer.

Which SAC huts are located in the Oeschinensee area?

The SAC-Doldenhornhütte, the SAC-Blüemlisalphütte and the SAC-Fründenhütte are located in the Oeschinensee area.

Are there gastronomic offers for groups in the Oeschinensee area?

Inquiries for group offers can be sent to oeschinensee. In the mountain restaurant on the shores of Lake Oeschinen we offer special menus for groups, which can be enjoyed both in the cozy Bergstübli inside and on the sunny terrace outside.

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General information

Are lockers available at the top or bottom station?

Yes, there are lockers and ski racks at the top and bottom stations. Payment can be made digitally by debit card, Visa/Mastercard, Twint or cash. Weekly and season passes for lockers and ski racks are available at the ticket office.

Where are the toilets located in the Oeschinensee area?

The public toilets are located at the mountain and valley stations and at the mountain restaurant near the lakeshore. There are more toilets in Oeschinensee. Going to the toilet in nature should be avoided. However, if you do need to use the "natural toilet", please do not leave any paper, tissues or wet wipes behind.

Is the Cable car to Oeschinensee wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Cable car is wheelchair-accessible and offers a barrier-free ride to the mountain station. From there, a chargeable electric cab runs every half hour from 10:45 am during the summer season to the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant near the lakeshore and back again. One wheelchair can be taken per trip.

Are events such as weddings or similar permitted in the Oeschinensee area?

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.

What applies to guests with limited mobility?

The public facilitiesCable car, lockers, restaurants and toilets) are barrier-free, as is the main hiking trail to Oeschinensee. A chargeable electric cab takes guests on request from the mountain station to the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant, near the lakeshore, and back.

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Oeschinensee

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