Nature conservation, cleanliness and safety are important to us. In the Bernese Oberland region, above Kandersteg, nature is undisturbed and idyllic. From native flowers such as gentian, edelweiss and alpine rose to Swiss wild animals and birds, you can discover Swiss flora and fauna here.
More and more people are drawn to the mountains, lakes and forests. The pressure on nature has increased, but at the same time the understanding of nature has decreased. There is a lack of understanding of ecological relationships and the needs of animals and plants.This is why the Outdoor Guidelines in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Oeschinensee area are so important and must always be observed.
No other award is as exemplary of sustainability as the UNESCO World Heritage designation. Immerse yourself in the magical world of Lake Oeschinen. Whether hiking, skiing and snowboarding, family adventures, culinary delights or the majestic Blüemlisalp massif - here you can experience magical moments and unforgettable adventures. Discover the wide range of activities and let yourself be enchanted by the magic of Lake Oeschinen.
Your sustainable behavior in Oeschinensee.
For your own safety, stay on the official hiking trails in the Oeschinensee Sunnbüel area near Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. Before each hike, check the difficulty level and your equipment (footwear, clothing, food, etc.), and obtain detailed information about the weather and current hazard conditions. Avoid hiking during twilight hours and at night. Do not enter restricted areas or protected zones.
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.
Keep a safe distance from animals in the Oeschinensee Sunnbüel area near Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. Walk past them calmly and quietly without disturbing them. Animals may be observed, but must not be fed or touched. While farm animals and wildlife are often accustomed to human sounds, they are disturbed by noise, proximity, and the smells of people and dogs. Take your trash with you and leave nothing behind—animals can become seriously ill or die from consuming trash and food.
Dogs must be kept on a leash in the Oeschinensee Sunnbüel area near Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. A strict leash requirement applies in wildlife quiet zones and protected areas, as well as during the grazing season (for cows, sheep, etc.). Please dispose of dog waste at the waste sorting stations.
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.
Due to the risk of wildfires, open fires are permitted only at official barbecue sites in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. It is prohibited to cut down trees, branches, etc., in the wild. Firewood or “barbecue bags” can be purchased at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant Oeschinensee the lakeshore or brought from home.
Cycling of any kind is prohibited in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. Out of consideration for our guests, the natural environment, and for safety reasons, the Oeschinensee can Oeschinensee be visited on foot. There is a court-ordered ban on cycling (mountain biking, e-biking, etc.). In addition, many forest trails pass through ecologically sensitive areas where rare and shy wildlife find refuge and quiet zones.
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.
Wild camping and spending the night outdoors are prohibited in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. Camping, bivouacking, and spending the night in hammocks or similar accommodations are prohibited by court order. Oeschinensee patrol the area, and wildlife must not be disturbed, especially at night. There is a campground at the valley station in Kandersteg. Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM.
Flying drones and model aircraft is prohibited in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. A court-ordered ban is in effect, which takes precedence over national regulations (FOCA) and cantonal no-fly zones. This is to protect nature and wildlife and to ensure that other guests are not disturbed. As a drone pilot, you are required to familiarize yourself with the applicable area restrictions before every flight. Some drone manufacturers have created their own geofencing systems—however, the areas shown there are determined solely by the manufacturer and do not necessarily Oeschinensee to the actual restrictions at Oeschinensee .
You can easily reach Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland by train from Spiez and Brig. From Adelboden and Frutigen, a bus (AFA) runs to Kandersteg. The walk from the train station to the valley station of Cable car Oeschinensee Cable car Oeschinensee about 10–15 minutes. From June to October, a local bus also runs between the train station and the valley station for every train arrival and departure.
At the ticket machines and ticket counter ofOeschinensee Cable car Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland, you can pay with all major credit and debit cards as well as Twint. Cash and REKA checks are also accepted; however, payment with REKA checks is only possible at the ticket counter. For more information and tickets, please visit our online ticket shop.
Yes, children under 6 ride theOeschinensee Cable car Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland for free. Children with an SBB Junior Card or a Swiss Family Card are also eligible. Please exchange these for a corresponding Cable car at the information center at the valley station—no time slot reservation is necessary; children with a Junior Card or Swiss Family Card are granted access to the same time slot as their accompanying adult.
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.
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. ParkingOeschinensee available for guests at theOeschinensee Cable car 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). No vehicles are 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.
Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland is about a 30-minute walk away, and the path is easily accessible even with a stroller. During the summer season,Oeschinensee electric taxi operates from the top station of Cable car Oeschinensee Cable car every half hour, or more frequently if needed when capacity is full, to the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant Oeschinensee the lake shore and back. Guests with limited mobility have priority on the electric taxi.
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.
Flying drones and model aircraft is prohibited in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. A court-ordered ban is in effect, which takes precedence over national regulations (FOCA) and cantonal no-fly zones. This is to protect nature and wildlife and to ensure that other guests are not disturbed. As a drone pilot, you are required to familiarize yourself with the applicable area restrictions before every flight. Some drone manufacturers have created their own geofencing systems—however, the areas shown there are determined solely by the manufacturer and do not necessarily Oeschinensee to the actual restrictions at Oeschinensee .
Wild camping and spending the night outdoors are prohibited in the Oeschinensee area Oeschinensee Kandersteg in the Bernese Oberland. Camping, bivouacking, and spending the night in hammocks or similar accommodations are prohibited by court order. Oeschinensee patrol the area, and wildlife must not be disturbed, especially at night. There is a campground at the valley station in Kandersteg. Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM.
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.
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