Welcome to the winter recreation area at Oeschinensee, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where winter sports and nature enthusiasts from all over the world come together. Experience magical moments, fantastic winter conditions and plenty of sunshine. Variety, fun and plenty of exercise are the order of the day, especially for children in the Oeschiland beginners' park. It's time to take a break and enjoy wonderful moments above the clouds.
The Oeschinensee area enchants snow bunnies big and small with unforgettable winter experiences. Whether it's winter hiking, snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding or tobogganing - an experience of nature is guaranteed! Discover our restaurants and catering options in the Oeschinensee area.
For magical experiences.
WINTER FUN IN OESCHILAND.
The ideal place where children and
beginners can learn to ski - surrounded
surrounded by a unique
alpine panorama. Further information
about the beginners' park can be found here.
UNFORGETTABLE SLOPES.
The ski area for the whole family. For
young and old ski bunnies who want to
want to hit the slopes quickly. Prices and
further information about the ski area
can be found here.
UNIQUE CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING MAGIC.
Cross-country skiing enthusiasts meet here to
in a sunny and sheltered location
their laps in a sunny and sheltered location. All
information about cross-country skiing
here.
SIMPLY COME TO REST.
Ice fishing like in the far north - the
special winter experience for
fishing enthusiasts. All the information
about ice fishing and access to the lake
can be found here.
Come for the hike.
DISCOVER SNOWSHOE TRAILS.
No matter where you are, the
beautiful view of the
three-thousand-metre peaks of the imposing
Blüemlisalp massif are a
guaranteed. Further information can be found
here.
DISCOVER WINTER HIKING TRAILS.
After the gondola ride to the
mountain station you can explore all
winter hiking trails around the
Oeschinensee enjoy them. All
information on winter hiking can be found
here.
EXPERIENCE WITH RARITY VALUE!
Unique and only accessible when it is
cold and there is enough snow to cover the ice
the ice on the lake. All
information about the magical Ice Walk
on the frozen Oeschinensee can be found
here.
The Oeschinensee is the ideal excursion destination to discover nature with the children! The Oeschinensee offers unforgettable adventures for the whole family!
Only 40 minutes by train from Spiez, the resort offers numerous adventure options. Sledge from the mountain station to the lake or make your first turns with the little ones in the beginner's paradise of Oeschiland.
Good to know: you can hire sledges directly at the mountain station. The sledge rental is open from 09.00-16.30.
Tired of fun in the snow? Then relax in a deck chair at the mountain station (CHF 5.- per day) or unwind on the terrace of the self-service restaurant Bergstübli, right next to the mountain station.
With delicious offers in a breathtaking mountain setting.
Our self-service restaurant with
its cozy terrace at the mountain
mountain station and right next to the
Oeschiland beginners' paradise.
Enjoy, feel the nature.
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.
Our self-service restaurant by the lake - simple,
quick and uncomplicated.
Let yourself be pampered by the open fire or
terrace with fine specialties from the region.
specialties from the region.
Arrive, feel nature.
All current information about the Oeschinensee area (Installations, trails, pistes, dangers etc.) can be viewed live on the interactive map.
Buy your e-ticket for the gondola rides or your ski pass (day tickets, annual passes, etc.) in advance in the ticket store. Book securely online!
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.
Hire equipment for winter hikes, snowshoe tours, skiing and snowboarding
The right equipment for a perfect adventure day at Oeschinensee. The rental stores in Kandersteg offer high-quality equipment to explore the snow-covered Alpine landscape safely and comfortably. Equip yourself perfectly for your winter adventure in the Bernese Oberland.
(Alpine, bikes) Äussere Dorfstrasse 83, 3718 Kandersteg
(cross-country skiing) Bahnhofstrasse 15, 3718 Kandersteg
Yes, ice fishing is normally possible from January 1st. Find out whether the lake is open for ice fishing on our website before you arrive. An individual assessment of the situation must always be carried out on site (consult avalanche bulletin, check ice thickness, etc.). Entering Lake Oeschinen is at your own risk, see also the info screens and digital information boards at the lake.
Day tickets are easy to purchase via our webshop. Load the day pass onto a key card or your SwissPass. Alternatively, day tickets can also be purchased easily and conveniently at our ticket machines or at the ticket office in front of the valley station and at the ticket counter at the valley station.
No, the Magicpass is not valid in Kandersteg. You have the option of purchasing a follow-up pass for the 2024/2025 winter season (CHF 80.00 for adults, CHF 40.00 for children) - only at the ticket office at the valley station.
No, the Top4 ski pass is not valid for Cable car Kandersteg-Oeschinensee . You have the option of purchasing a follow-up pass for the 2024/2025 winter season (CHF 80.00 for adults, CHF 40.00 for children) - only at the ticket office at the valley station.
No. From the 2024/25 winter season, the Kandersteg ski region will no longer be a partner of the IG Adelboden-Lenk ski region (IGSAL). It is possible to buy a season connection ticket Adelboden-Lenk for the Oeschinensee: children CHF 23.- adults CHF 46.- exclusively at the ticket office at the valley station. Incl. Sunnbühl 80.-/40.-
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.
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).
Yes, sledges can be hired at the mountain station Oeschinensee in Kandersteg. Wooden sledges for CHF 20.00.
Yes, there are lockers and ski racks at the mountain and valley stations. Payment can be made digitally by debit card, Visa/Mastercard or cash.
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 - 03:46:03