Hiking in Swiss

“We have nothing to lose and a world to see!”

When you have only one day to visit the Bernese alps, you have to visit Oeschinensee!

This mountain lake is accessible for everybody:

• You can hike up the entire trail,
• You can take the cable car up and hike the last few 100 meters,
• Or you can take the cable car up and take the Elektro Shuttle till the lake.

When you want to hike the entire trail, keep these things in mind:

• When: from May till the end of October
• Time: 60 minutes till 100 minutes in loop
• Distance: 3,2 km or 6,4 km loop
• Altitude: till 1578 m
• Elevation: +/- 370 m
• Hiking level: T2 (Swiss hiking level)
• Food and drinks: 1 restaurant – different foodstands
• Parking: at the cable car station for 5 CHF/day
• Weather: Wetter Oeschinensee – Meteo – SRF

Oeschinensee is likely the most breathtaking mountain lake in Switzerland, located in Kandersteg. You might recognize Kandersteg as the gateway for the car train to Wallis, commonly referred to as “BLS Autoverlad.” To reach Kandersteg from any starting point in Switzerland, simply follow the signs for this train service until you can switch to signs for “Kandersteg.” Upon arriving at the village center, you’ll notice a brown sign indicating “Gondel Oeschinensee” on your left-hand side.

The Oeschinensee region has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Alps since 2001.

Oeschinensee is a destination that deserves your time. The lake is a favorite spot for campfires and barbecues against a backdrop of stunning views. Alternatively, you can rent a boat to fish or simply savor the scenery while others row. If the weather permits, you might even take a swim in the lake. And for those who can’t get enough of this incredible place, there is one hotel right on the lakeshore where you can spend the night.

See you in a few days 👣

And remember: “Hiking is the answer, who cares what the question is?”