FAQ

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 about 10-15 minutes. A local bus runs from the station to the valley station for every train arrival/departure from June to October.

The number of parking spaces in Kandersteg is limited at weekends and during the summer season. We recommend that you arrive by public transport. Paid parking spaces are available at the Cable car valley station in Kandersteg. There are further paid parking spaces in the village. Please follow the parking guidance system and the instructions of the local sales service.

With an SBB Half-Fare Card/General Abonnement or a Swiss Travel Pass, you can travel on the Cable car at half price. Not valid for ski day tickets. Buy your ticket directly in our ticket store.

Oeschinensee can be reached on foot in around 30 minutes. In summer, a chargeable shuttle bus runs every half hour from the mountain station to the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant, near the lakeshore, and back. Guests with limited mobility have priority on the shuttle bus over all other guests.

Flying drones and model aircraft is prohibited around Oeschinensee . A judicial ban applies, overriding the national (FOCA) and cantonal area flight zones. This protects nature and wildlife and does 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 correspond to the restrictions at Oeschinensee .

To make your journey with the Cable car as pleasant as possible, we recommend buying your ticket online in advance in the ticket store. With the Boarding Pass, which is included when you buy tickets via our webshop, you also secure a preferred time slot for the ascent so that you can start your ascent at the desired time without having to wait long. Further information and tickets can be found directly in our ticket store.

The best way for groups to book is via the SBB Contact Center on 0848 44 66 88, where payment by invoice, personal advice and flexible adjustments are possible. Alternatively, tickets can also be booked online in the Ticket Shop. To purchase tickets at the ticket office on site, advance registration by e-mail to Cable caroeschinensee is required. It is not necessary to book a time slot - the ascent with the Cable car can be started flexibly between 08:30-16:00. Please note that we do not enter into any contractual agreements or cooperations with third-party providers - only the above-mentioned official channels are available for group bookings.

If you are traveling by public transport, we recommend reserving a time slot for the ascent. You can find information on this in the SBB app and in the timetable. Reservations are strongly recommended, as waiting times may occur without a booked time slot (boarding pass).

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; it is not possible to cancel. Thank you for your understanding. Further information and tickets can be found directly in our ticket store.

We generally recommend that you buy your ticket conveniently online in our ticket store. Alternatively, you can also purchase tickets from the ticket machines at the valley and mountain stations. Please note that it is only possible to purchase ascent tickets if there is still availability for the desired time slot. Further information on available capacities and tickets can be found directly in our ticket store.

Yes - guests with the Bernese Oberland Pass are strongly recommended to reserve a time slot for the ascent under this link/. This way you can secure your preferred time slot for the ascent and can start the ascent at the desired time without long waiting times. The Oeschinensee gondola ride is already included in the Bernese Oberland Pass, so you only need to reserve a time slot for the ascent.

Book your ticket conveniently online - without a time slot for the descent. Or secure a discounted connecting ticket at the mountain station. Your return journey? As flexible as your day on the mountain. You can find more information and tickets directly in our ticket store.

You can buy your ticket easily and conveniently in our ticket store. Your ticket comes with a fixed period (boarding pass) for your ascent. 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 directly in our ticket store.

With an SBB Half-Fare Card/General Abonnement or a Swiss Travel Pass, you can travel on the Cable car at half price. Not valid for ski day tickets. Buy your ticket directly in our ticket store.

The Cable car ride is already included in your Bernese Oberland Pass. Guests are strongly recommended to reserve a time slot for the ascent under this link/. This will secure you a preferred time slot for the ascent so that you can start your ascent at the desired time, relaxed and without long waiting times.

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 entrance to the Cable car .

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.

Yes, the day ticket costs CHF 8. The SBB dog pass is accepted on the Cable car Oeschinensee .

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 about 10-15 minutes. A local bus runs from the station to the valley station for every train arrival/departure from June to October.

The number of parking spaces in Kandersteg is limited at weekends and during the summer season. We recommend that you arrive by public transport. Paid parking spaces are available at the Cable car valley station in Kandersteg. There are further paid parking spaces in the village. Please follow the parking guidance system and the instructions of the local sales service.

Oeschinensee can be reached on foot in around 30 minutes. In summer, a chargeable shuttle bus runs every half hour from the mountain station to the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant, near the lakeshore, and back. Guests with limited mobility have priority on the shuttle bus over all other guests.

The private road to the Oeschinensee is closed to cars and bicycles (e-bikes, mountain bikes, etc.).

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.

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.

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.

The mountain coaster is only open in summer. Tickets can only be purchased directly on site at the ticket machine (cash, Twint, credit and debit card). For safety reasons, the mountain coaster aster is closed when it rains, see operating status.

You can buy your fishing license either in the café-bar on the shore of Lake Oeschinen or in the Tourist Center in Kandersteg.

Children aged 3 and over may only use the mountain coaster with an accompanying person aged 8 and over. Children aged 8 and over may use the mountain coaster alone if they have been familiarized with the ride and have been given responsibility by the person responsible for supervision. Filming with cell phones and devices of any kind or taking selfies is not permitted during the ride.

In the Oeschinensee area there are various gastronomic options available to you. These include the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant, the Bergstübli at the mountain station and the Chalet Arva. Here you can enjoy a variety of food and drinks and experience the magnificent view of the surrounding mountain landscape. More information under: Eating and drinking at Oeschinensee.

During the summer season you can only stay overnight in Chalet Arva. A reservation is mandatory. Camping is only permitted on the campsite at the valley station. Other overnight accommodation is available in Kandersteg and in the Kandertal valley.

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 by the lake.

Yes, there is a heated picnic room at the mountain station (around the house, on the 1st floor). Opening hours when the cable car is in operation 09:00-16:00. It is not possible to make a reservation.

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.

In an emergency, call the rescue service immediately (telephone number 1414). In winter, the SOS patrolman (+41 79 481 01 12) should also be informed. 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.

The public toilets are located at the mountain and valley stations and at the mountain restaurant on the lake shore. 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.

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.

Yes, the mountain station can be reached with the wheelchair-accessible Cable car . During the summer season, a chargeable shuttle bus runs every half hour from there to the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant, near the lakeshore, and back. One wheelchair can be transported per trip.

A large part of the south-eastern shore of Oeschinensee has been declared a restricted area by the Canton of Bern due to rockfall and the risk of falling rocks. There is an absolute ban on entering here! There is a danger to life! Please also draw the attention of others who wish to enter the area and/or call the ranger on +41 79 603 28 78. More information at: Spitze Stei - Municipality of Kandersteg.

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

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.

The best way for groups to book is via the SBB Contact Center on 0848 44 66 88, where payment by invoice, personal advice and flexible adjustments are possible. Alternatively, tickets can also be booked online in the Ticket Shop. To purchase tickets at the ticket office on site, advance registration by e-mail to Cable caroeschinensee is required. It is not necessary to book a time slot - the ascent with the Cable car can be started flexibly between 08:30-16:00. Please note that we do not enter into any contractual agreements or cooperations with third-party providers - only the above-mentioned official channels are available for group bookings.

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.

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.

Wild camping and overnight stays in the great outdoors are prohibited. Camping, bivouacking and spending the night in hammocks or similar is prohibited by law. Oeschinensee patrol the area. The wild animals must not be disturbed at night. There is a campsite at the valley station in Kandersteg. The night-time quiet rule applies (from 22:00).

Flying drones and model aircraft is prohibited around Oeschinensee . A judicial ban applies, overriding the national (FOCA) and cantonal area flight zones. This protects nature and wildlife and does 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 correspond to the restrictions at Oeschinensee .

Stay on the official hiking trails for your own safety. Before every hike, check the level of difficulty and equipment (footwear, clothing, food, etc.) and inform yourself in detail about the weather and the current danger situation. Avoid hiking at dusk and at night. Do not enter restricted areas and protected zones.

The public toilets are located at the mountain and valley stations and at the mountain restaurant on the lake shore. 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.

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.

Collect the waste and dispose of it in the waste stations. Waste separation stations are located at the mountain and valley stations, at the mountain coaster and along the main hiking trails.

Only use the official barbecue sites to make a fire. Due to the risk of forest fires, fires are only permitted at official barbecue sites. Cutting down trees, branches etc. from the wild is prohibited. Firewood "grill bags" can be purchased at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant, near the lakeshore, or the wood can be brought from home.

Do not enter wildlife rest areas, plant protection areas and restricted zones. Signposts mark the protected areas where special rules apply. Never leave the marked paths and tracks and always follow the signs on site. Plants must not be dug up, picked or trampled.

Dogs must be kept on a lead. Dogs must be kept on a lead in wildlife rest and protection zones and during the grazing season (cows, sheep, etc.). Please always dispose of dog excrement at the waste separation stations.

Keep a sufficient distance from animals. Walk quietly and inconspicuously past the animals without disturbing them. The animals may be observed, but not fed or touched. Farm animals and wild animals may be used to human noises, but they feel disturbed by the noise and proximity as well as the smell of people and dogs. The animals are grateful if you don't leave any garbage for them to eat, so take everything with you and don't leave anything lying around.

In an emergency, call the rescue service immediately (telephone number 1414). In winter, the SOS patrolman (+41 79 481 01 12) should also be informed. 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.

Find out in advance about the current local conditions, in particular closures, hazards and weather conditions. Our outdoor guidelines, information boards and status displays will help you find your way around. Adjust your goals and leisure activities according to your fitness and equipment - you are partly in high mountains. Plan enough time for your hike, take sufficient provisions with you and check your equipment.

A large part of the south-eastern shore of Oeschinensee has been declared a restricted area by the Canton of Bern due to rockfall and the risk of falling rocks. There is an absolute ban on entering here! There is a danger to life! Please also draw the attention of others who wish to enter the area and/or call the ranger on +41 79 603 28 78. More information at: Spitze Stei - Municipality of Kandersteg.

Wear shoes suitable for the hike - preferably hiking boots. Bring a rucksack and walking poles. Clothing suitable for the season and sun protection: glasses, headgear, sun cream. Spare clothes are an advantage. Food and enough to drink. Hiking map or our free overview map, which is available at the mountain and valley stations. Charged cell phone with emergency numbers (limited network connection in parts of the Oeschinensee). Emergency first-aid kit and pocket knife.

Behave calmly, do not startle the animals and do not frighten them. Always close the gate and follow the footpath. In general, cows are curious and harmless. Whether large or small, cows and cattle always classify your dog as a predator. Keep your dog on a short lead and keep him under control.

Stay safely on the marked and open winter hiking trails and avoid shortcuts. This also applies to snowshoe hikers. Check the level of difficulty and your equipment carefully for each hike. Be aware that you will be crossing the ski slopes and using them in places. During the "Ice Walk", it is important to observe the clearance of the frozen lake and the avalanche bulletin (SLF), see info screens and information boards in the area.

Fishing from the shore and from a rowing boat as well as ice fishing are permitted with a cantonal fishing license in compliance with the regulations on fishing of the Canton of Bern. Daily permits can be purchased at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant or online. Rowing boats (also with fish boxes) can be hired directly on the lake. Free fishing is not permitted on Oeschinensee . Please refer to the leaflet on mountain lake fishing of the Canton of Bern.

Only post activities that are permitted. Publishing prohibited activities can have legal consequences. Remember that content on the internet remains visible for a long time. Only publish photos, videos or quotes on websites and social media from people who have expressly given you their consent to do so (personal rights). Commercial photo shoots are not permitted at Oeschinensee .

After rainfall and strong temperature fluctuations (day/night), the risk of rockfall, wet avalanches, debris flow and rockfall increases. Alarm signs are fresh impact marks, rock deposits and outcrops. The more exposed the path, the higher the risk. In such places, it is important to move on quickly. Hiking is always at your own risk. Many rockfalls are often caused by other hikers, mountaineers or animals. Avoid throwing any stones, as you do not know who is below you in the terrain.

In Oeschinensee, there is an official launch site at the Cable car mountain station where paragliders can take off. There is no official landing area in Oeschinensee. Avoid any disturbance and danger to people and animals and only practice your sport in the permitted flight zones.

Parties and events with loud music, alcohol and noise etc. are out of place and not welcome. On the other hand, we are happy to welcome groups who respect the animals and plants and enjoy nature with care. Please observe the outdoor guidelines, be careful and protect nature.

There are numerous snakes in the Oeschinensee area, including poisonous ones. Stay on the paths and keep your dog on a short lead. Remain calm at all times and move away whenever possible if you see a snake. In the event of a bite, if you are not sure which snake it is, call the rescue service immediately on 1414 and the ranger on +41 79 603 28 78. Take a photo of the snake if possible and observe the bite site closely.

When snowshoeing, we are in the middle of the habitat of numerous wild animals. These must not be disturbed. It is therefore important to stay on the marked trails. Always wear warm winter hiking boots and clothing.

Please note that the Oeschinensee Cable car does not transport water sports equipment (SUPs, folding boats, foil boards, etc.). Rowing boats can be hired on the lake.

Our toboggan run is marked and signposted. The majority of you share it with pedestrians, skiers and snowboarders. Keep your distance from other people and stay on the marked and open sledge run. You can hire a sledge at the mountain station. Sledging on the ski slope is prohibited. Sledging is permitted in the Oeschiland beginners' park.

In the Charter of Konkordiaplatz with extension municipalities, the municipalities located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site undertake to comply with all regulations that apply in the protected areas on municipal land. Our Outdoor Guidelines are based on these and other applicable regulations. Observe the Outdoor Guidelines and their extensions for the protection of animals and nature.

The entire Oeschinensee consists of individual protection zones such as the plant conservation area, BLN, UNESCO World Heritage Site, dry meadows and wildlife rest areas. Many plant species are very rare and strictly protected. Stay on the paths; the following generally applies: picking, digging up, trampling and cutting down are undesirable or prohibited.

Tent roofs and awnings are not permitted. They irritate large and small game and birds and have a lasting effect on animal behavior. However, we strongly advise our guests to use sun protection. Hats, sun creams and sunglasses, as well as staying in the shade and covering your skin are good measures to take.

The Oeschinensee ski area follows the international FIS rules in its code of conduct on the slopes. For your own protection and the protection of wild animals, please stay on the marked ski slopes and follow the signs. The piste and rescue service only monitors and controls the marked and open pistes and winter hiking trails.

If the ice is thick enough and there is enough snow on Oeschinensee , the "Ice Walk" is prepared on the lake. This is open to all pedestrians. Good, warm winter hiking boots are required. On the "Ice Walk", it is important to observe the clearance for walking on the frozen lake and the avalanche bulletin on site.

Yes, you can take a beautiful winter hike from the mountain station to the shores of Lake Oeschinen. We recommend trail D via the Läger to the viewpoint and then the direct trail C from the lake back to the mountain station. When open, the Ice Walk on the frozen lake offers an additional special winter hiking opportunity. Good, warm winter hiking boots or snowshoes are required.

Yes, a snowshoe trail leads from the valley station directly to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. Duration of the hike approx. 1.5 hours. Depending on the weather conditions, the snowshoe trail is only suitable for experienced snowshoers. Alternatively, you have the option of snowshoeing from the mountain station on the official winter hiking trails.

Yes, sledges can be hired at the Oeschinensee mountain station for CHF 20 per day. There is a short toboggan run from the mountain station to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. The way back to the mountain station is on foot. Duration: approx. 30 minutes. Sledging is also permitted in the Oeschiland beginners' park.

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.

The toboggan run into the valley is permanently closed due to the risk of rockfall. This is an official closure. There is a leisurely toboggan run from the mountain station to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. The way back to the mountain station is on foot. Duration: approx. 30-40 minutes. Good, warm winter hiking boots are required. Sledging is also possible in the Oeschiland beginners' park.

The daily monitoring of the marked and open pistes and paths ends with the final check at 17:00. Outside the operating hours, all pistes and winter hiking trails are closed and are not secured against dangers such as avalanche blasting, snow groomers, etc. In the event of incidents during operating hours, please contact the SOS patroller +41 481 01 12. Outside operating hours (REGA 1414).

No, in order for Oeschinensee to be opened for ice skating, the lake must freeze "black". This happens extremely rarely, if this is the case and skating is possible, we will inform you on our website. Entering Lake Oeschinen 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 - which is usually the case in winter.

Be careful when ice bathing 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 of every 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.

Yes, after a short ride on the Cable car you will reach the mountain station. Right next to it is the Oeschiland beginners' park, for young and old snow bunnies and ideal for families with children. With a large and a small conveyor belt, children's lift, 2 fun carousels and various play figures as well as a sledge run.

There is a short and leisurely toboggan run from the mountain station to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. Follow the markings for toboggan runs in the color blue-purple. The way back to the mountain station is on foot. Duration approx. 30-40 minutes. Good, warm winter hiking boots are required. Sledging is also possible in the Oeschiland beginners' park. There is no toboggan run into the valley.

Yes, there are several sports stores in Kandersteg where you can rent or buy sports equipment: Grossen Sport, äussere Dorfstrasse 83 and Bahnhofstrasse 15, 3718 Kandersteg, tel. 033 675 00 17/16. Käthy Sport + Mode, äussere Dorfstrasse 31, 3718 Kandersteg, tel. 033 675 16 09.

Yes, there is a small snow park. The "Oeschipark" offers various fun elements and jibs for beginners. The snow park is located in the immediate vicinity of the Bire lift. Whether you're just starting out or want to refine your tricks, the Oeschipark is the perfect place!

In winter, a wide range of leisure activities await you at Oeschinensee . Enjoy skiing and snowboarding, the Oeschiland beginners' park directly at the mountain station and the "Oeschipark" snow park at the "Bire" ski lift. For nature lovers, we offer snowshoe and winter hikes, tobogganing, ice walks and even ice fishing. Your experience is rounded off by various gastronomic offerings, including the popular Fondue-2-Go.

Yes, after a short ride on the Cable car you will reach the mountain station. The Oeschinensee ski area has two T-bar lifts (Birelift, Wittenenlift) with blue and red pistes. The Oeschiland beginners' park is located right next to the mountain station. There is also a snow park at the "Bire" ski lift.

No, the Magicpass is not valid at Oeschinensee . You have the option of purchasing a season ticket for the winter season (CHF 80.- for adults, CHF 40.- for children). This offer is only available at the ticket office at the valley station.

No. The Kandersteg ski region is no longer a partner of the IG Skiregion Adelboden-Lenk (IGSAL). It is possible to buy a season connection ticket Adelboden-Lenk for the Oeschinensee: children CHF 23.- adults CHF 46.- exclusively at the ticket office at the valley station. Incl. Sunnbühl: CHF 80.-/40.-.

No, the Top4 ski pass is not valid at Oeschinensee . You have the option of purchasing a season ticket for the winter season (CHF 80.- for adults, CHF 40.- for children). This offer is only available at the ticket office at the valley station.

No, the Adelboden-Lenk points card cannot be redeemed on the Oeschinensee Cable car . If you still have remaining points on the card, these can be redeemed in the Adelboden-Lenk ski area. At the Oeschinensee mountain station, single and 10-person rides can be purchased at the ticket machine for the ski lift.

Yes, the cable car ride from the valley station in Kandersteg to the mountain station is included in the ski pass.

Ski day tickets are easy to purchase via our ticket store. Load the day pass onto a key card or your SwissPass. Alternatively, day ski passes can also be purchased easily and conveniently at our ticket machines at the valley station or at the ticket office. Further information and tickets can be found directly in our ticket store.