Sledging fun in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the day in the midst of a breathtaking alpine landscape, surrounded by the majestic Blüemlisalp massif. Our sledge run starts at the mountain station and leads down to the shores of Lake Oeschinen - unforgettable sledging fun through the snowy winter wonderland. The Oeschiland beginners' park, right by the mountain station, with a magic carpet for easy access, is ideal for beginners or families with children. You can find all the information you need about sledging here.
At the end of the sledge run , you have the option of exploring the frozen lake on the ice walk, enjoying the idyllic tranquillity or stopping off at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant. Warm up inside or on the sunny terrace. The return journey to the mountain station takes around 30 minutes on foot.
The Oeschiland beginners' park is a highlight not only for ski bunnies, but also for sledging fans of all ages. Our magic carpets take you comfortably up to the start.
Wooden sledges can be hired directly at the mountain station. Please note that there is no sledge run into the valley to Kandersteg.
For magical experiences.
Sledges can be hired at the mountain
can be hired. The daily rental
is CHF 20. The rental station is open
open from 09:00-16:30. The
return is possible until 16:30.
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.
Unique and only accessible when it is
cold and there is enough snow to cover the ice
ice on the lake. All
information about the Ice Walk on the frozen Oeschinensee can be found here.
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.
Buy your annual pass conveniently
and simply online! Choose from
our attractive options: the Gold,
silver or bronze card. Benefit now!
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.
Enjoy the beautiful nature, the pristine white and the blue sky. The urge to go cross-country is great, but remember: stay on the marked trails and avoid going out at dusk or at night, as the snow groomers are on the move at these times.
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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
We provide unique and unforgettable moments in the imposing mountain world in front of the Blüemlisalp massif.
Cable car Oeschinensee AG
Oeschistrasse 50
3718 Kandersteg
Last updated: 15.07.2025 - 18:27:03