Welcome to the untouched beauty of nature at Oeschinensee, a UNESCO World Heritage Site - a unique natural jewel. The deep blue color of the lake, bubbling waterfalls, an impressive panorama, chirping birds and the tart scent of the forest - nature in the Bernese Oberland is simply breathtaking!
Whether hiking, tobogganing, a leisurely rowing boat trip on the Oeschinensee, fishing or barbecuing at the official fireplaces, your nature experience is guaranteed! There are also various places to eat and drink in the Oeschinensee area.
Discover and experience magical moments.
Glide over the smooth surface of the lake
surface of the lake,
surrounded by the unique
Alpine panorama and the picturesque
landscape of the Bernese Oberland.
Racing down the hill on the 750 meter long
down the hill is fun for the whole
for the whole family! Opening hours,
prices and lots more information about the
mountain coaster at the mountain station can be found here.
The idyll of the mountain lake can be experienced
mountain lake particularly intensely.
All information about fishing on the
Oeschinenseefishing permits and
equipment can be found here.
Cervelat and snake bread over the fire
over the fire - this classic is
always a highlight! The
official fireplaces and information
about barbecuing can be found here.
Experience nature on foot and discover the unique landscape.
Various routes (A, B, F) lead to the
to the Oeschinensee area.
Be it the hiking trail in the forest
high above the Öschibach (A) or the
two mountain trails (B, F) along the
Cable car route with perfect
views of the Kandertal valley.
The "Direttissima" (C) from the mountain
mountain station directly to Oeschinensee.
The wide gravel and partly
asphalted path is easily accessible for all
even with a baby carriage.
In 20 minutes you can easily reach
the shore of Lake Oeschinen.
The Heuberg (G) circular trail via
Oberbärgli and along the lake.
A narrow mountain path offers a
breathtaking view of the
Oeschinensee . The mountain hike is suitable for
experienced mountain hikers with a head for heights
with mountain boots and stamina.
To the Fründenhütte SAC (I) via
Underbärgli, lower Fründschnuer.
This alpine hike is for experienced
and ambitious mountain hikers as well as
high-alpine hikers. The hike is particularly attractive
hike is particularly attractive for really sure-footed
with a via ferrata set.
Discover nature with the children - Oeschinensee is the perfect excursion destination! Only 40 minutes by train from Spiez.
The easy trails are particularly suitable for families with children. If you are traveling with small children, take the Cable car from Kandersteg and walk down to Oeschinensee for around 25 minutes on the pram-friendly path. Local flowers, wild animals and a fantastic panorama are on the agenda here. And a delicious Oeschi ice cream awaits little hikers at the mountain restaurant Oeschinensee .
For those who like it a little faster, there is the mountain coaster next to the mountain station, while those who prefer a quieter pace can enjoy a relaxing rowing boat trip on the lake.
Good to know: If you would like to barbecue at one of the official fireplaces, you can buy firewood from the mountain restaurant Oeschinensee or bring your own.
Enjoy, feel the nature.
Enjoy regional and sustainable cuisine at the mountain restaurant
Oeschinensee on the sun terrace
with
a magnificent view of the
Oeschinensee.
Treat yourself to a homemade
Oeschi glacé or a refreshing
Oeschi water in the café-bar
Oeschinensee together with chips, hot dogs, brownies and much more.
fries, hot dog, brownie and much more.
Stop off at the mountain station
and enjoy homemade snacks and refreshments on the sun terrace
or in the rustic Bergstübli with kiosk
for home-made snacks and refreshing drinks.
drinks.
Soak up the sun on the serviced
terrace of Chalet Arva and be enchanted by the mountain panorama.
be enchanted by the mountain panorama.
When the weather is bad, the Stübli with fireplace
invites you to linger and relax.
Recharge your batteries, feel nature.
Arrive, feel nature.
All the latest information on the
Oeschinensee area is available live on the
interactive panoramic map at
.
Buy your e-ticket in advance in the ticket store. Gondola rides are also available in the SBB mobile app (Oeschinen mountain station).
Visit the Lake Oeschinen area with the virtual reality tour in the 360° panoramic view and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
All current information on Installations and offers such as catering, toilets, lockers etc. can be viewed here at a glance.
From Spiez and Brig you can reach Kandersteg by train (BLS). From Adelboden and Frutigen there is a bus (AFA) to Kandersteg. The walk from the station takes about 10 minutes. There is a local bus from the station for every arrival/departure from June to October <-> Valley station.
You can pay at the ticket machines and at the ticket office with all major credit and debit cards, except American Express. Cash and REKA are also accepted. Payment with TWINT and REKA is only possible at the ticket counter.
Yes, children under the age of 6 travel free of charge on Cable car. The Junior Card is valid, please show it at the turnstile.
The public toilets are located at the mountain and valley stations and at the Berghotel am See. There are more toilets in the Oeschinensee area (see map). 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.
The number of parking spaces in Kandersteg is limited. We recommend traveling by public transport. Paid parking spaces are available at the valley station of the Cable car in Kandersteg. Other paid parking spaces are located in the village (school building, municipality, train station, Cher).
The Berghotel am See can be reached on foot in approx. 30 minutes. From the mountain station, a chargeable shuttle bus runs every half hour from 11.00 a.m. to the Berghotel am See and back.
Dispose of waste in the official waste separation stations. Waste separation stations are located at the mountain and valley stations, at the mountain hotel by the lake, at the restaurants and along the main hiking trails. Respect nature and take everything - even the smallest bits and pieces, tissues, leftover food and cigarette butts - back down to the valley or separate the waste and dispose of it in the waste separation stations provided.
Flying drones and model aircraft is prohibited in the Oeschinensee area. There is a judicial ban, which takes precedence over the national (FOCA) and cantonal area flight zones. In this way, we protect nature and wildlife and do not disturb other guests. As a drone pilot, you are obliged to inform yourself 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 have to comply with the legally prescribed restrictions at Oeschinensee .
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. Wild animals must not be disturbed at night. There is a campsite at the valley station in Kandersteg. Unauthorized vehicles have no access to Oeschinensee. The night-time quiet rule applies (from 10.00 pm).
Everyone is obliged to provide first aid. In an emergency, call the rescue service immediately on 1414 and inform the ranger or patrolman (ski season) on 079 481 01 12. The SOS rooms and 2 defibrillators (at the toilets of the valley station and at the exit of the mountain station) are marked on the map of Lake Oeschinen.
We provide unique and unforgettable moments in the imposing mountain world in front of the Blüemlisalp massif.
Cable car Kandersteg-Oeschinensee AG
Oeschistrasse 50
3718 Kandersteg
Last updated: 18.01.2025 - 05:41:03