Oeschinensee Kandersteg

EXPERIENCES IN SUMMER

Surrounded by high rock – yet so open and wide. Thanks to its alpine location, Kandersteg has been appreciated as a holiday destination for centuries. It is a large area full of charming transitions between chalet village and Blüemlisalp, and between varied activities and relaxing moments.

HIGHLIGHTS

Historical traces in the mountain wilderness: the beauty of the upper Kander Valley has always attracted visitors from far and wide. Anyone who now sees this Alpine gem with their own eyes will soon understand why it became world-famous.

EXPERIENCE PLANNER

Good ideas are one thing, thorough preparations another. With just one click, this platform provides key data on tours in the region.

BELLE EPOQUE

On the weekend of 11 to 13 August 2023, association members will once again stroll around in the spirit of nostalgia in the village of Kandersteg.

HIKING

Kandersteg offers the whole range of hiking routes, from the Via Alpina stage in the UNESCO World Heritage site to a gentle riverside wander in the national nature reserve.

MOUNTAIN WATER

The cool water glistens under steep rock faces or on mountain passes with panoramic views, across unspoilt floodplains or amid alpine forests. So, if you enjoy hiking, don’t forget to pack your swimming costume too.

TRAIL-RUNNING

From beautiful to extreme: discover our new trail running routes!

BIKING

From the narrow Gastern Valley to the broad Gemmi Pass – you’ll experience all the variety the Bernese Oberland has to offer when biking around Kandersteg.

ACTIVITIES

Many visitors naturally reach for a rope or a paraglider when they see our high rockfaces. But you can also enrich your trip to the Kander Valley with more unusual equipment – like oars or tires.

FAMILIES

On two wheels, by rope, on foot, or in the water, the mountain world offers plenty of unknown terrains for little explorers to conquer in different ways.

ADVENTURE

When the summer sun warms the steep cliffs, the fresh air and the green slopes, the Kander Valley offers ideal conditions for adrenaline-fuelled activities. Who will use the thermal updraft for their next challenge?

INDOOR ACTIVITIES

Look and touch: the local museums and the climbing hall are just a few of the many ways to enjoy yourself in Kandersteg, even when the weather is gloomy. Sounds too tiring? Then just lie back and enjoy a spa massage!

CULTURE AND SIGHTSEEING

Jazz or folk music? Tunnel tour or alpine sermon? Shepherds or showjumpers? Kandersteg’s summer programme covers a vast range of activities to enjoy from the stands or under expert guidance.

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