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.
The ideal place where children and
beginners can learn to ski - surrounded
surrounded by a unique
alpine panorama. Information about the
Oeschiland beginners' park can be found here.
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.
Cross-country skiing enthusiasts meet here to
in a sunny and sheltered location
to do their laps. All
information about cross-country skiing can be found
here.
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.
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.
After the cable car ride to the
mountain station you can enjoy all
winter hiking trails around the
Oeschinensee . All
information on winter hiking can be found
here.
Unique and only accessible when it is
cold and there is enough snow to cover the ice
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.
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.
Hire equipment for winter hikes, snowshoe tours, cross-country skiing, 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
Rental equipment for skis, ski boots, snowboards and snowboard boots.
Interesting facts about your activities in the area.
You can reach Kandersteg by train from Spiez and Brig. From Adelboden and Frutigen there is a bus (AFA) to Kandersteg. The walk from the station takes approx. 10-15 minutes. From June to October, a local bus runs from the station to the valley station for every train arrival/departure.
Yes, children under the age of 6 travel free on the Cable car. Also children with an SBB Junior Card or a Swiss Family Card. Please exchange these for a corresponding Cable car at the Infocenter at the valley station - a time slot reservation is not necessary, children with a Junior Card/Swiss Family Card have access to the same time slot as the accompanying person.
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.
No, the AlpsPass or MagicPass are not valid at Oeschinensee . You have the option of purchasing a season ticket for the winter season (CHF 100.- for adults, CHF 50.- for children). This offer is only available at the ticket office at the valley station.
Yes, ice fishing is normally possible from January 1st. Check our website before you arrive to find out whether the lake is open for ice fishing. An individual assessment of the situation must always be carried out on site (consult the SLF avalanche bulletin, check ice thickness, etc.). Entering Lake Oeschinen is at your own risk; please also observe the info screens, information boards and barriers.
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. 30-40 minutes. Sledging is also permitted in the Oeschiland beginners' park.
No. The Kandersteg ski region is no longer a partner of the IG Skiregion Adelboden-Lenk (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: CHF 80.-/40.-.
No, in order for Oeschinensee to be opened for ice skating, the lake has to freeze "black". This only happens very rarely. If skating is possible, we will inform you on our website. Entering Lake Oeschinen is at your own risk. In addition, the information screens, information boards and barriers must be observed. There is no infrastructure on site, such as changing rooms or similar, and no skate rental. If the ice is covered with snow, skating is not possible - which is usually the case in winter.
Be careful when ice bathing in water temperatures around freezing point, do not underestimate the cold! Ice holes must be at least 50 m away from the tracked "Ice Walk". In addition, the SOS patroller must be informed of every ice hole (0041 79 481 01 12). No entry or stay in the restricted zones (see signaling, fencing, yellow buoys). The frozen lake may only be entered when it has been officially cleared, and only from 09:00-16:00. The area must be left before dark; the last cable car ride from the mountain station must be observed.
We provide unique and unforgettable moments in the imposing mountain world in front of the Blüemlisalp massif.