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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.

INFOBOX

OeschinenseeCable car : ‘CLOSED’ until May 8, 2026. Open daily from May 9, 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. The hiking trail to the lake and the restaurant are open.
Oeschinensee Mountain Restaurant Oeschinensee on the lakeshore): Open 9:00 AM–4:00 PM (limited menu)
Chalet Arva Hotel and Restaurant: ‘CLOSED’ Season opens May 9, 2026: Thursday through Sunday (hotel and restaurant) and June: Wednesday through Sunday (hotel and restaurant)
mountain coaster: ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in May 2026
Rowing boats: ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in May 2026
Electric Taxi: ‘CLOSED’ Shuttle service to the lake and back – daily starting in May 2026
Hiking trail (A)Oeschinensee: ‘Open’ Approx. 90 min. Snow-covered; winter boots recommended
Hiking trail (C)Oeschinensee ): ‘Open’ Approx. 30 min
Hiking trail (D)Oeschinensee Läger: ‘Open’ Approx. 45 min. Snow-covered; hiking boots recommended
Hiking trail (K) along the shore of Oeschinensee: ‘Open’ Approx. 10’ covered in snow; hiking boots recommended
Mountain Hiking Trail (G) Läger–Heuberg–Oberbärgli: ‘CLOSED’ Avalanche danger = danger to life! Reopening in June 2026

Oeschinensee: Access & Ice Fishing

Entering Oeschinensee: Danger level 3 – Entry prohibited, danger to life!
Ice fishing: ‘CLOSED’ (end of season) Do not enter the lake

Today's weather: 12°C, rain showers rain showers
Tomorrow's weather: 11C° Mostly sunny Mostly sunny

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.

Gondola lift operation

OeschinenseeCable car : ‘CLOSED’ until May 8, 2026. Open daily from May 9, 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. The hiking trail to the lake and the restaurant are open.


mountain coaster (at the mountain station)

mountain coaster: ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in May 2026


Electric cab (mountain station-Bergrestaurant Oeschinensee)

Electric Taxi: ‘CLOSED’ Shuttle service to the lake and back – daily starting in May 2026


Rowing boat rental

Rowing boats: ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in May 2026

Restaurants

Oeschinensee Mountain Restaurant Oeschinensee on the lakeshore): Open 9:00 AM–4:00 PM (limited menu)
Restaurant Bergstübli (mountain station): 'CLOSED'
Chalet Arva Hotel and Restaurant: ‘CLOSED’ Season opens May 9, 2026: Thursday through Sunday (hotel and restaurant) and June: Wednesday through Sunday (hotel and restaurant)


Mountain huts

To the Sennhütte: ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in May 2026

Berghaus Underbärgli: ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in June 2026
Oberbärgli Mountain Lodge (Kiosk): ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in June 2026

We are here for you!

Guest services
Email: Cable caroeschinensee
Infoline: Tel. +41 33 675 11 18
  • In an emergency, call the emergency services immediately (telephone number 1414).
  • In summer, you can also contact the ranger (079 603 28 78).
  • 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.

SAC Doldenhorn Hut, 1,915 m above sea level: ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in June 2026
SAC Blüemlisalp Hut, 2,835 meters above sea level: ‘CLOSED’ Winter room accessible (without catering)
SAC Fründen Hut, 2,562 m above sea level: ‘CLOSED’ Season starts in June 2026

Lockers at the valley station ‘In Betrieb’ Ski rack CHF 2/24 hours
Lockers at the upper station ‘Open’ Ski racks CHF 2.00/24 hours (15 minutes free)
Lockers are available at the valley and mountain stations. Ski racks are also located at the valley and mountain stations. Card payment, cash or by cell phone possible. There is also a changing room at the bottom station.

Lockers can be rented at the Information Center (7 days, 14 days, entire season). Locker price list:
Short term/short
1 day until 18:00
Depot M
30 min / Fr. 2.00
Fr. 5.00
Depot S
60 min / Fr. 2.00
Fr. 4.00
Depot L
120 min / Fr. 4.00
Fr. 8.00
Depot XL
120 min / Fr. 6.00
Fr. 12.00
Depot XXL
120 min / Fr. 8.00
Fr. 16.00

Walkways

Hiking trail (C)Oeschinensee ): ‘Open’ Approx. 30 min
Hiking trail (K) along the shore of Oeschinensee: ‘Open’ Approx. 10’ covered in snow; hiking boots recommended


Hiking trails

Hiking trail (D)Oeschinensee Läger: ‘Open’ Approx. 45 min. Snow-covered; hiking boots recommended
Hiking trail (A)Oeschinensee: ‘Open’ Approx. 90 min. Snow-covered; winter boots recommended


Mountain trails

Mountain Hiking Trail (E) Oeschinensee: ‘CLOSED’ Avalanche danger = Life-threatening danger! Reopening in June 2026
Mountain Hiking Trail (G) Läger–Heuberg–Oberbärgli: ‘CLOSED’ Avalanche danger = danger to life! Reopening in June 2026
Oberbärgli–Hohtürli Mountain Trail (H): ‘CLOSED’ Avalanche danger = life-threatening! Reopening approx. June
Mountain Trail (J) Kandersteg–Doldenhorn Hut via Waldhotel: ‘CLOSED’
Mountain Trail (F) Valley Station–Wetterbach: ‘Open’
Mountain hiking trail (B) Huble Valley Station–Mountain Station: ‘CLOSED’ Use the snowshoe trail (A)


Alpine path

Alpinweg (I) Underbärgli–Fründenhütte: ‘CLOSED’ Opens around June
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mountain coaster (at the mountain station)
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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

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.

How do I make a group reservation?

FAQ – Group reservations

How do I make a group reservation?

Group reservations (Oeschinensee) are made using a group reservation tool —to ensure smooth planning and operations on site.

Is registration required?

Yes. You must register before making your first booking. Once you have successfully registered, you can make a booking.

Registration Group reservation

If you're traveling by public transportation, what should you keep in mind?

If you're traveling by train or bus, you have two options:

  • Directly through the group reservation tool: Enter the number of people and your estimated arrival time.
  • About SBB Group Services: For group tickets and seat reservations, please contact the SBB Contact Center:
    Phone: 0848 44 66 88

What happens if you arrive without a reservation?

Group reservations Oeschinensee required at Oeschinensee . Groups that have not registered in advance and do not have a valid time slot (boarding pass) will not be transported.

We therefore recommend that you make your reservation in advance.

Does the Oeschinensee Mountain Restaurant offer group packages?

The Oeschinensee Mountain Restaurant Oeschinensee customized packages and quotes for groups. For inquiries, please contact us directly at: oeschinensee.

Where can I find more information?

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Can an online booking be changed or canceled?

Yes, from the date of validity, you can rebook your ticket free of charge online via the ticket shop for a later date, provided that seats are available. The link is included in the email with your ticket. Cancellations are not possible. Further information can be found online in the ticket shop.

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

The offer is currently not available.

How does the ticket system work?

For a pleasant ride on the Cable car, we recommend purchasing your ticket in advance online through our ticket shop. By reserving a time slot when you buy your ticket, you’ll secure a preferred time for your ascent can enjoy a relaxed ride without long wait times. For more information, please visit our ticket shop.

What booking options are available for the descent?

Book your ticket conveniently online—without reserving a time slot for the descent. Or purchase a discounted connecting ticket at the mountain station. Further information and tickets are available directly in our ticket shop.

Can tickets 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?

It is not possible to reschedule your event to an earlier date online. In justified exceptional cases, please contact the Cable car Helpdesk oeschinensee. Ticket exchanges can only be made in person at the Infocenter.

How can a voucher be redeemed?

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

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Timetable and fares

Can a ticket also be purchased on site?

We recommend purchasing your ticket in advance from the ticket shop. Only a limited number of remaining tickets are available from the ticket machines on site. Please note: Mountain trips can only be booked on site if there are still places 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 shop.

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.

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

No, SBB day passes are not valid for theOeschinensee Cable car . You can receive a discount with a valid SBB GA, SBB Half-Fare Card, Swiss Travel Pass, or a guest card from Kandersteg, Kandergrund, Frutigen, Adelboden, or Reichenbach.

What are the transportation guidelines for bicycles, stand-up paddleboards, scooters, etc.?

Bicycles, mountain bikes, children's bikes, scooters, SUPs (stand-up paddleboards), or other sports equipment will not be transported.

Is the Bernese Oberland Pass accepted?

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

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 time slot (so-called boarding pass). Enter your guest card number here to receive discounts on mountain railway tickets in the ticket shop. The guest card is also accepted at the on-site ticket machines (scan the QR code).

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Fares for public transport

Are the SBB Half-Fare travelcard, GA travelcard or Swiss Travel Pass valid?

Yes, with an SBB Half-Fare Card/GA and the Swiss Travel Pass you benefit from a 50% discount on the gondola ride. Please note that this discount does not apply to ski day tickets. If you are traveling by public transport, we recommend that you book a time slot for the ascent in advance in the ticket store. This will secure a fixed time slot for your ascent and avoid long waiting times. The SBB Saver Day Pass does not include cable car rides or discounts on tickets. Reduced fares are only available for holders of a Half-Fare Card, GA Travelcard or Swiss Travel Pass.

What should I bear in mind when traveling by public transport?

If you are traveling by public transportation, we recommend purchasing a time slot reservation (known as a "boarding pass") for the ascent the ticket shop. For more information, please visit the SBB app, www.sbb.ch, or consult the timetable.

Is a reservation with a public transport ticket necessary for the ascent ?

Yes, during the summer season, you must ascent a time slot (known as a boarding pass) for the ascent in addition to your public transportation ticket. This helps you avoid waiting times and ensures you ascent, even when using the SBB app. Without a reservation, you may have to wait, and in exceptional cases, boarding may not be possible. Public transit ticket: Purchase directly through the public transit channel, e.g., the SBB app. Book a time slot for the ascent here ascent a valid public transportation ticket.

Do children travel for free (SBB Junior Card)?

Yes, children under the age of 6 travel free on the Cable car. Also children with an SBB Junior Card or a Swiss Family Card. Please exchange these for a corresponding Cable car at the Infocenter at the valley station - a time slot reservation is not necessary, children with a Junior Card/Swiss Family Card have access to the same time slot as the accompanying person.

Is the Swiss Family Card valid for the Cable car ?

Yes, with the Swiss Family Card children travel free of charge on the Cable car. Please contact the Infocenter - there we will exchange your card for a corresponding ticket.

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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? Is it possible to reserve a parking space?

Parking in Kandersteg is limited on weekends and during the summer. Starting around 12:00 PM, parking spaces may no longer be available—we recommend arriving early. Parking is available for guests at the valley station from 6:00 AM until evening. Hikers heading to Oeschinensee should use the hiking parking lots in the village (lower hiking parking rates). Vehicles are not permitted to enter at night. Vehicle access is limited to a maximum length of 5 meters and a height of 2 meters. Paid parking spaces and parking spots for larger vehicles are located in the village and near the Schützenhaus. Parking spaces cannot be reserved in advance.

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.

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

Oeschinensee reached on foot in around 30 minutes, and the path is easily accessible with a stroller. During the summer season, a paid electric taxi service runs every half hour from the mountain station to the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant Oeschinensee the lake shore and back, or as required when fully booked. Guests with limited mobility have priority in the electric taxi.

Where can campers, motorhomes etc. park?

Cable car no parking spaces for campers at the Cable car valley station, as the entrance height is limited to a maximum of 2 meters. Additional parking is available at Sunnbüel and at various locations in the village. Parking spaces are available at the Nordic Arena and at Bären (near Sunnbüel), among other places. Parking spaces with no height restrictions are located at the Schützenhaus or the community center.

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 valley station of Cable car Kandersteg. These can be found at various locations in the village. Only a short stop for loading and unloading is permitted at the bus stop at the valley station. For group reservations, the group leader will be allocated a coach parking space.

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