Operating information

Operation Cable car

OeschinenseeCable car : ‘In operation’ Daily 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Oeschinensee: Access & Ice Fishing

Entering Oeschinensee: Danger level 3 – Entry prohibited, danger to life!

Ice fishing: Open 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Please note: Sled rides down to the valley are not possible. Last gondola at 5:00 p.m. Alternative: Snowshoe trail (A)

Ice Walk (L): – CLOSED: Avalanche danger = danger to life!

winter hiking trails

Snowshoe trail (A)Oeschinensee: ‘Open’ Approx. 90 min. Caution due to slippery snow and ice. Snowshoes or shoe spikes strongly recommended!

Winter hiking trail (C)Oeschinensee : ‘Open’ Approx. 35 min. Snow-covered, hiking boots recommended

Winter hiking trail (D)Oeschinensee Läger: – CLOSED: Avalanche danger = danger to life!

Winter hiking trail (K) Oeschinensee shore: ‘Open’ Approx. 10′ Snow-covered, hiking boots recommended

Mountain hiking trail (G) Läger–Heuberg–Oberbärgli: 'CLOSED' Avalanche danger = danger to life! Opening date approx. June 2026

Beginners' park / slopes

Oeschiland beginners' park: 'Open' 9:15 a.m.–4:30 p.m. All Installations attractions

Bire ski lift: Open from 9:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Slope inspection at 4:45 p.m.

Wittenen ski lift: Open 9:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m. Slope inspection at 4:45 p.m.

Today's weather: -1°C, snowfall
Tomorrow's weather -2C° Snow showers

Cable Car Timetable

Winter Schedule: November 22 – March 8, 2026 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Cable Car Closed: March 9 – May 8, 2026
Spring Season Start: from May 9, 2026 (daily 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM)