The deep blue color of the lake, bubbling waterfalls, an impressive panorama, chirping birds and the tangy scent of the forest - nature in the Bernese Oberland is simply breathtaking! The best way to explore it is on foot on a hike. Find out more about hiking here.
Whether you start in Kandersteg or take the Cable car to the Oeschinensee mountain station first and then lace up your hiking boots is up to you. From family-friendly trails and hikes with dogs to challenging, longer routes, there is a hiking trail for every level. Simply follow the signposts, et voilà. The main thing is to enjoy nature to the full, leave the stress of everyday life behind and breathe in the fresh mountain air.
Cable car Kandersteg-Oeschinensee The Cable car is open daily from 09:00 - 17:00.Snowshoe trail valley station - Oeschinensee (A) open - approx. 90' - The winter footpath to Oeschinensee is only accessible with snowshoes or good footwear (ice spikes).
Mountain trail Läger - Heuberg - Oberbergli (G) CLOSED, no passage possible. Path is snow-covered, danger of avalanches and falling!
Whether in spring, summer, on an autumn hike or in the white of winter - the magnificent view of the Blümlisalp group and the surrounding mountains is breathtaking at any time of year! It's a good thing that (almost) all of our hikes are panoramic routes. Whether your motivation is pleasure or ambition - if you follow the yellow and blue arrows, you'll find your way.
Plan route / Helpful links
with the most beautiful hiking routes in the area.
Various routes (A, B, F) take you to the
you 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 suitable for everyone
for everyone, even with a baby carriage.
In 20 minutes you can easily reach
the shore of Lake Oeschinen.
Circular trail Heuberg (G) via
Oberbärgli and along the lake.
A narrow mountain path offers
a breathtaking view of the
Oeschinensee. For experienced hikers,
mountain hikers with a head for heights
mountain boots and stamina.
To the Fründenhütte SAC (I) via
Underbärgli, lower Fründschnuer.
For experienced and ambitious
mountain hikers and high alpinists.
Particularly attractive for really
sure-footed and free from vertigo
alpinists with a via ferrata set.
Discover nature with the children - Oeschinensee is the perfect destination for an excursion! Only 40 minutes from Spiez by train, there is plenty to see here.
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 the shores of Lake Oeschinen for around 20 minutes on the pram-friendly path. Native flowers, wild animals and a wonderful panorama are on the agenda here.
A delicious Oeschi ice cream awaits little hiking fans at the restaurant Oeschinensee . Those who prefer a little more speed can try out the mountain coaster next to the mountain station or enjoy a leisurely rowing boat trip on the lake.
Good to know: If you want to barbecue at one of the official fireplaces, you can buy firewood from the restaurant Oeschinensee .
Arrive, feel nature.
All current information on the
Oeschinensee-area can be found
on the interactive panoramic map.
Purchase your e-ticket in advance in our ticket store. Or simply book in the SBB Mobile public transport app (Oeschinen mountain station).
All current information on Installations and offers can be found here at a glance.
Visit the Oeschinensee area with the virtual reality tour in the 360° panoramic view.
Yellow, white-red-white or white-blue-white - what do the colors mean? Depending on your personal requirements and desired level of difficulty, you can choose from three different trail categories when planning your route, which are marked in different colors.
PATH Easier paths often run along wide paths. Nevertheless, narrow and uneven passages can also occur, as well as secured steps and railings.
REQUIREMENTS Users do not need any special qualifications, good physical condition is an advantage.
EQUIPMENT Weatherproof equipment and sufficient fluids for the duration of the hike are always mandatory. Paths are accessible with sturdy sneakers and usually with baby carriages.
WEG Mountain hiking trails sometimes open up impassable terrain and are usually steep, narrow and sometimes exposed. Particularly difficult passages are secured with ropes or chains.
REQUIREMENTS Users must be sure-footed, have a head for heights and be in good physical condition and be aware of the dangers in the mountains (falling rocks, avalanches, danger of slipping and falling, weather changes).
EQUIPMENT We recommend wearing sturdy shoes with a non-slip sole, appropriate equipment for the weather and topographical maps.
PATH Alpine hiking trails lead partly over snow fields, glaciers or scree slopes and through rocks with short climbing sections; partly pathless. Structural precautions cannot be assumed.
REQUIREMENTS Users must be sure-footed, have a head for heights, be in very good physical condition and be very familiar with the dangers in the mountains.
EQUIPMENT In addition to equipment for mountain hiking trails, a compass, rope, ice axe, helmet, climbing harness and crampons or via ferrata set may be necessary.
If you decide to go on a multi-day hike, there are various accommodation options. Whether as a day or overnight guest, as a family, sportsman or pleasure hiker - there is something for everyone to experience in and around the SAC huts in the region and sleep is twice as restful in the cool mountain air.
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.
Stay on the official hiking trails for your own safety. Before every hike, check the level of difficulty and equipment (footwear, clothing, food, etc.) and inform yourself in detail about the weather and the current danger situation. Hikes at dusk and at night should be avoided. The risk of accidents is high and most animals are active at these times. Do not enter restricted areas and protected zones.
A large part of the south-eastern bank at Oeschinensee has been declared a restricted area by the canton of Bern due to rockfalls. It is absolutely forbidden to enter here! There is a danger to life! Please also make people who want to enter the area aware of this and/or call the ranger on 079 481 01 12. More information at: www.gemeindekandersteg.ch/spitze-stei
Stay calm, do not startle the animals and do not frighten them. Always close the gate and follow the hiking trail. In general, cows are curious and harmless. Whether large or small, cows and cattle always classify your dog as a predator. Keep your dog on a short lead and keep him under control. Keep as wide but safe a circle as possible around the herd.
What you urgently need are our Outdoor Guidelines. Find out in advance about the current local conditions, especially closures, dangers and weather conditions. Our information boards and status displays will help you find your way around. Adjust your goals and leisure activities according to your fitness and equipment. Plan enough time for the hike, take sufficient provisions with you and check your equipment.
Wear shoes suitable for the hike - preferably hiking boots. Take a rucksack and walking poles with you. Wear season-appropriate clothing and sun protection: glasses, headgear, sun cream. Spare clothes are an advantage. Food and enough to drink. Hiking map or our overview map. Charged cell phone with emergency numbers. Emergency first-aid kit and pocket knife.
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: 01.12.2024 - 20:36:03