Oeschinensee, Switzerland

Oeschinensee

A turquoise mountain lake below glaciers above Kandersteg.

  • Jun–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Oeschinensee

Day 1

  1. MorningTake the gondola from Kandersteg and walk 30 minutes to the turquoise lake below the glaciers.
  2. AfternoonHike the panoramic trail high above the lake, or row a boat on it from the lakeside hut.
  3. EveningStay in Kandersteg and watch the evening light on the Blüemlisalp peaks.

Day 2

Hike up to the Blüemlisalp mountain hut, or ride the summer toboggan run.

What to eat

Älplermagronen, alpine macaroni with cheese and apple sauce.

Local tips

Make the most of Oeschinensee

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends are very busy. Come early.

Best photo spot

The turquoise lake from the upper panorama trail.

Getting there

Trains run to Kandersteg, then a gondola and a short walk.

Don't miss nearby

Blausee and the Gasterntal valley.

Good to know

The panorama trail is steep in places. In winter the lake freezes and you can walk or skate on it.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Oeschinensee

Getting there

  • Bern Airport (BRN)50 km away
  • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)125 km away
  • Bern55 km away
  • Lucerne75 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeJun–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySwitzerland

Questions

Oeschinensee: good to know

Is Oeschinensee worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. A turquoise mountain lake below glaciers above Kandersteg.

How many days do you need in Oeschinensee?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Oeschinensee?

The best time to visit is Jun to Oct. Summer weekends are very busy. Come early.

How do you get to Oeschinensee?

The nearest airport is Bern Airport (BRN), about 50 km away. Trains run to Kandersteg, then a gondola and a short walk.

What is there to see near Oeschinensee?

Nearby hidden places include Lauterbrunnen (17 km), Grindelwald (28 km) and Lake Brienz (Iseltwald) (30 km).

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