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!
Discover nature with the children - Oeschinensee is the perfect destination for an excursion! Only 40 minutes by train from Spiez. Whether hiking, tobogganing, a leisurely rowing boat trip on Oeschinensee, fishing or barbecuing at the official barbecue sites, your experience of nature is guaranteed! The Oeschinensee also offers various culinary options, including several restaurants.
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.
Discover the unique mountain landscape on foot.
Various routes (A, B, F) lead to the
to Oeschinensee or back.
Be it the hiking trail in the forest
high above the Öschibach (A) or the
two mountain trails (B, F) along the
Cable car 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 suitable for everyone
even with baby carriages.
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.
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 a path suitable for baby carriages. Native flowers, wild animals and a fantastic panorama are on the program here. And a delicious Oeschi-Glacé awaits the little hikers at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant.
For those who like it a little faster, there is the mountain coaster next to the mountain station, while those who prefer a quieter ride 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 on the lake, you can buy firewood from the café bar at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant 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 directly at the mountain station
and enjoy homemade snacks and refreshing drinks on the
sun terrace or in the rustic
Bergstübli with kiosk for home-made snacks and refreshing 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.
Secure your ticket in advance in our ticket store at
! Your boarding
pass also gives you a time slot for the gondola ride to the mountain station.
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.
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 about 10-15 minutes. A local bus runs from the station to the valley station for every train arrival/departure from June to October.
The number of parking spaces in Kandersteg is limited at weekends and during the summer season. We recommend that you arrive by public transport. Paid parking spaces are available at the Cable car valley station in Kandersteg. There are further paid parking spaces in the village. Please follow the parking guidance system and the instructions of the local sales service.
Flying drones and model aircraft is prohibited around Oeschinensee . A judicial ban applies, overriding the national (FOCA) and cantonal area flight zones. This protects nature and wildlife and does not disturb other guests. As a drone pilot, you are obliged to find out 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 correspond to the restrictions at Oeschinensee .
Yes, children under the age of 6 travel free on the Cable car. The SBB Junior Card is valid, please show it at the ticket office or at the entrance to the Cable car .
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.
During the summer season you can only stay overnight in Chalet Arva. A reservation is mandatory. Camping is only permitted on the campsite at the valley station. Other overnight accommodation is available in Kandersteg and in the Kandertal valley.
In an emergency, call the rescue service immediately (telephone number 1414). In winter, the SOS patrolman (+41 79 481 01 12) should also be informed. 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.
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.
You can buy your fishing license either in the café-bar on the shore of Lake Oeschinen or in the Tourist Center in Kandersteg.
No, Oeschinensee is located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is surrounded by various protected areas, including plant conservation areas, dry meadows and wildlife rest areas. Due to these special protective measures, all commercial events and drone flights are prohibited by law. Compliance with these rules is monitored by rangers.
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: 22.04.2025 - 09:02:04