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.
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.
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.
Yes, you can take a winter hike from the mountain station to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. We recommend taking trail (D) via Läger to the viewpoint and then the direct route (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 a must.
No, sleds Oeschinensee be rented at Oeschinensee . Furthermore, there is no sledding trail down to the valley.
Yes, there is a snowshoe trail leading directly from the valley station to the shore of Lake Oeschinen. The hike takes approx. 1.5 hours. Depending on weather conditions, the snowshoe trail is only suitable for experienced snowshoers. Alternatively, you can use the official winter hiking trails with snowshoes from the mountain station.
Public toilets are located at the mountain and valley stations and at the mountain restaurant on the lake shore. Further toilets are available 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. During the "Ice Walk", it is important to observe the clearance for walking on the frozen lake and the avalanche bulletin on site.
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.
Daily monitoring of marked and open slopes and trails ends with a final check at 5:00 p.m. Outside of operating hours, all slopes and winter hiking trails are closed and are not secured against hazards such as avalanche blasting, snow groomers, etc. In the event of an incident during operating hours, please contact the SOS patrol at +41 79 481 01 12. Outside of operating hours, please contact REGA 1414 or 112.
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.
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.
We provide unique and unforgettable moments in the imposing mountain world in front of the Blüemlisalp massif.