Experience the unique winter hike on Oeschinensee - a natural wonder that is only possible during the cold winter. The lake only freezes over for a limited time and only becomes accessible when it is freezing cold and snow covers the ice. A true spectacle of nature! Enjoy the experience and indulge in culinary delights. A well-earned break awaits you on the shores of Lake Oeschinen in the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant by the open fire or on the sun terrace. You can find more information about the Ice Walk here.
When the layer of ice is thick enough and the snow covers the ice, an ice walk is prepared on Oeschinensee . This is suitable for sure-footed winter hikers with sturdy and warm winter shoes.
During the Ice Walk, it is essential that you observe the clearance of the frozen lake and the current avalanche bulletin. Information on this can be found on our website, the info screens and the information boards in the area. It is advisable to dress warmly, as the temperatures in the lake basin drop considerably.
The magical peace and space that you will experience on Oeschinensee will remain unforgettable.
For magical experiences.
The 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.
The self-service restaurant by the lake -
simple, quick and uncomplicated. Let
by the open fire or on the terrace
terrace with fine specialties from the region.
from the region.
Arrive, feel nature.
Secure your ticket conveniently
in advance in our ticket store! With
the Boarding Pass you also get
a fixed time slot for the ascent.
Here you can find all current
information about Oeschinensee
on the interactive panoramic map in
in real time and at a glance.
Visit the area of the
Lake Oeschinen with the virtual reality
tour in the 360° panoramic view and
explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
All current information on the
Installations and services such as
catering, toilets, lockers
etc. are clearly listed here.
When the ice is thick enough and there is sufficient snow, a trail is cleared on the lake for the “Ice Walk” in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. This is open to all pedestrians. Good, warm winter hiking boots are required. When using the “Ice Walk,” you must strictly observe the official authorization to walk on the frozen lake as well as the local avalanche bulletin.
Public restrooms are located in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland, at the upper and lower stations of Cable car Oeschinensee Cable car ,Oeschinensee at the mountain restaurant directly on the lakeshore. Additional restrooms are available in Oeschinensee. Please avoid using the restroom in nature. However, if you must use a “natural restroom,” please do not leave behind any paper, tissues, or wet wipes.
No, in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland, sleds cannot be rented at either the valley or mountain stations. Furthermore, there is no sledding trail leading down to the valley; sledding is permitted exclusively in the “Oeschiland” beginner’s park.
Yes, there is a snowshoe trail that leads directly from the valley station in Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland to the shore of Oeschinensee. The hike takes about 1.5 hours. Depending on weather conditions, the snowshoe trail is suitable only for experienced snowshoers. Alternatively, you can use the official winter hiking trails with snowshoes starting from the mountain station.
Yes, from the mountain station at Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland, you can take a winter hike to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. We recommend taking Trail (D) via Läger to the viewpoint and then Trail (C) directly from the lake back to the mountain station. When open, the Ice Walk on the frozen lake also offers an additional, unique winter hiking experience. Good, warm winter hiking boots or snowshoes are required.
Entry into wildlife sanctuaries, plant protection areas, and restricted zones is prohibited in the Oeschinensee Sunnbüel area near Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. Information signs mark the protected areas where special rules apply. Do not leave the marked trails and slopes, and always follow the on-site information signs. Plants must not be dug up, picked, or trampled.
Please collect your trash and dispose of it at the designated trash stations in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. Trash sorting stations are located at the upper and lower stations of theOeschinensee Cable car , at the mountain coaster along the main hiking trails.
In case of an emergency in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland, call emergency services immediately at 1414. In winter, you should also notify the SOS patrol (0041 79 481 01 12). SOS roomsOeschinensee available at the upper and lower stations of Cable car Oeschinensee Cable car . Defibrillators are located at the upper and lower stations as well as at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant Oeschinensee the lakeshore.
We provide unique and unforgettable moments in the imposing mountain world in front of the Blüemlisalp massif.