Welcome to the winter hiking paradise on Oeschinensee! After the cable car ride to the mountain station, discover all the winter hiking trails in Oeschinensee. Whichever path you choose, you can be sure of a wonderful view of the three-thousand-metre peaks of the Blüemlisalp massif. Here you can find information about winter hiking.
The area around Oeschinensee offers everything for a magical stay, whether for snow hares or mountain foxes. Winter hiking, snowshoeing, skiing or tobogganing - an absolute nature experience! In winter, there are two culinary options to choose from around Oeschinensee : the self-service restaurant "Bergstübli", right next to the Oeschiland beginners' park, and the mountain restaurant "Oeschinensee", down on the lakeshore. Indoors in cold weather or on the terrace in the sunshine - enjoyment is guaranteed!
The best place to start your expeditions through the silent white is from the mountain station. In winter, only one snowshoe trail (A) leads from Kandersteg (mountain railroad valley station) to the Oeschinensee area.
There are winter hiking trails for every fitness level in the Oeschinensee area. You can find the right winter hiking trail on our digital map.
It's a good thing that (almost) all of our winter hikes are panoramic routes. Whether you are motivated by pleasure or ambition, if you follow the signposts, you will find your way. Enjoyment guaranteed, including culinary delights. Because the sun terraces of the mountain restaurants are oases of relaxation - relaxation guaranteed.
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The most beautiful winter hiking routes in the area.
The "Direttissima" (C) from the mountain
mountain station directly to Oeschinensee.
The groomed winter hiking trail is
ideal for families with children. In 30
minutes you can easily reach the
shore of Lake Oeschinen.
The unique winter hiking trail (D)
high above the lake - from the
mountain station via Läger, Sennhütte and
along the lake "Chüematti" approx. 35
minutes. Here you will come across unique
places with wonderful views.
Our snowshoe trail (A) high above the
the Oeschibach leads from the
valley station directly to the shore of
Oeschinensee and to the
Oeschinensee mountain restaurant. Duration
of the winter hike approx. 90 minutes.
After reaching the shore of the lake
the path (K) leads you along the frozen lake
along the frozen lake and through the forest.
through the forest. If you are lucky
the waterfall is frozen and you will
discover an ice tower.
For magical enjoyment.
The self-service restaurant with
its cozy terrace at the mountain
mountain station and right next to the
Oeschiland beginners' park.
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.
The self-service restaurant by the lake -
simple, quick and uncomplicated. Let
by the open fire or on the terrace
terrace with fine specialties from the region.
from the region.
Arrive, feel nature.
Secure your ticket conveniently
in advance in our ticket store! With
the Boarding Pass you also get
a fixed time slot for the ascent.
Buy your annual pass conveniently
and simply online! Choose from
our attractive options: the Gold,
silver or bronze card. Benefit now!
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.
The public toilets are located at the mountain and valley stations and at the mountain restaurant on the lake shore. There are more toilets in Oeschinensee. 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.
If the ice is thick enough and there is enough snow on Oeschinensee , the "Ice Walk" is prepared on the lake. This is open to all pedestrians. Good, warm winter hiking boots are required. On the "Ice Walk", it is important to observe the clearance for walking on the frozen lake and the avalanche bulletin on site.
Yes, you can take a beautiful winter hike from the mountain station to the shores of Lake Oeschinen. We recommend trail D via the Läger to the viewpoint and then the direct trail C from the lake back to the mountain station. When open, the Ice Walk on the frozen lake offers an additional special winter hiking opportunity. Good, warm winter hiking boots or snowshoes are required.
Collect the waste and dispose of it in the waste stations. Waste separation stations are located at the mountain and valley stations, at the mountain coaster and along the main hiking trails.
Yes, there are lockers and ski racks at the top and bottom stations. Payment can be made digitally by debit card, Visa/Mastercard, Twint or cash. Weekly and season passes for lockers and ski racks are available at the ticket office.
Yes, a snowshoe trail leads from the valley station directly to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. Duration of the hike approx. 1.5 hours. Depending on the weather conditions, the snowshoe trail is only suitable for experienced snowshoers. Alternatively, you have the option of snowshoeing from the mountain station on the official winter hiking trails.
Yes, sledges can be hired at the Oeschinensee mountain station for CHF 20 per day. There is a short toboggan run from the mountain station to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. The way back to the mountain station is on foot. Duration: approx. 30 minutes. Sledging is also permitted in the Oeschiland beginners' park.
Stay safely on the marked and open winter hiking trails and avoid shortcuts. This also applies to snowshoe hikers. Check the level of difficulty and your equipment carefully for each hike. Be aware that you will be crossing the ski slopes and using them in places. During the "Ice Walk", it is important to observe the clearance of the frozen lake and the avalanche bulletin (SLF), see info screens and information boards in the area.
The daily monitoring of the marked and open pistes and paths ends with the final check at 17:00. Outside the operating hours, all pistes and winter hiking trails are closed and are not secured against dangers such as avalanche blasting, snow groomers, etc. In the event of incidents during operating hours, please contact the SOS patroller +41 481 01 12. Outside operating hours (REGA 1414).
We provide unique and unforgettable moments in the imposing mountain world in front of the Blüemlisalp massif.
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Oeschistrasse 50
3718 Kandersteg
Last updated: 22.04.2025 - 07:32:03