Heights, width, and perfect tracks
Few things go together as well as high altitudes and cross-country skiing. At Sunnbüel , you Sunnbüel a plateau with guaranteed snow at around 2,000 meters above sea level, surrounded by impressive peaks and an open, sunny mountain landscape. Peaceful, spacious, and ideal for enjoyable and athletic cross-country skiing.
The high-altitude trails lead through an impressive panorama across the Spittelmatte and adjacent plains. Well-groomed tracks forclassic technique and skatingoffer varied circular routes, complemented by a practice area – perfect for beginners, leisure skiers, and ambitious runners.Cross-country skiing with dogs (skijoring)is also possible on selected sections.
TheSunnbüelcable car takes you to the start of the trails in just a few minutes. Whether you're alone, with friends, or with your four-legged friend, the focus here is on the experience—not the distance.
Cross-country Ski Trails / Cross-country Skiing Info
Information about cross-country skiing Sunnbüel: Trail to Spittelmatte (difficult): 900 m long, 58 m elevation gain/ Spittelmatten trail (medium): 4.5 km long, 100 m elevation gain / Mittelbach trail (easy): 2 km long, 30 m elevation gain / Wintertäli (easy): 300 m circular trail, 5 m elevation gain / Changing room (container) at the Spittelmatten trail
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The two feeder trails lead from the mountain station area to the high-altitude trails on the Spittelmatte. They provide access to a varied cross-country skiing world with sweeping views of the surrounding peaks.
The classic route on Sunnbüel: open, sunny, and particularly scenic. The route runs through Swiss stone pine forests, along streams, and across the wide Spittelmatte plateau.
A particularly atmospheric trail through peaceful natural surroundings. Ideal for anyone who wants to combine cross-country skiing with an experience of nature.
A harmonious route that blends pleasantly into the landscape and allows for a relaxed return journey.
The practice area is easily accessible and ideal for taking your first steps on cross-country skis—whether classic or skating.
There is a small cross-country skiing chalet at the starting point of the high-altitude trails. It offers shelter, seating, and a restroom—ideal for a break between laps.
A Swiss cross-country skiing pass, a Kandersteg regional pass, or a day or week pass is required to use the trails.
Day tickets are available at the ticket office at the valley station.
You can purchase trail passes and season passes online or on site.
Changing rooms, lockers, and showers are available at the mountain station.
Whether you are a beginner or a pro, you are guaranteed a magnificent view of the three-thousand-meter peaks of the Blüemlisalp massif.
With delicious offerings in a breathtaking mountain setting.
The self-service restaurant with
its cozy terrace at the
mountain station and right next to the
Oeschiland beginners' park.
Enjoy yourself, feel nature.
The unforgettable fondue experience
, under the open sky and in the heart 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
yourself be pampered with fine specialties from the
region by the open fire or on the
terrace.
No award symbolizes sustainability as impressively as UNESCO World Heritage status. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Lake Oeschinen. Whether hiking, skiing, snowboarding, enjoying family adventures, culinary delights, or marveling at the majestic Blüemlisalp massif—unforgettable experiences await you. Discover the wide range of activities on offer and let yourself be enchanted by the unique magic of Lake Oeschinen.
Arrive, feel nature.
Secure your ticket conveniently
in advance in our ticket shop! With
the boarding pass, you also receive
a fixed time slot for the ascent.
Here you can view all the latest
information about Oeschinensee
on the interactive panorama map in
real time and at a glance.
Visit the Oeschinensee area
with the Virtual Reality Tour
in a 360° panoramic view and
explore the UNESCO World Heritage site.
All current information about the
facilities and services such as
gastronomy, toilets, lockers,
etc. is clearly listed here.
You can pay at the ticket machines and at the ticket office with all major credit and debit cards as well as with Twint. Cash and REKA checks are also accepted. Payment with REKA checks is only possible at the ticket office. Further information and tickets can be found directly in our ticket shop.
You can reach Kandersteg by train from Spiez and Brig. There is a bus (AFA) to Kandersteg from Adelboden and Frutigen. The walk from the train station takes approx. 10–15 minutes. From June to October, there is a local bus service from the train station to the valley station for every train arrival/departure.
Public toilets are located at the mountain and valley stations, as well as at the mountain restaurant on the lake shore. Additional toilets are available in Oeschinensee. Please avoid using the toilet in nature. However, if you do need to use the "natural toilet," please do not leave any paper, bags, or wet wipes behind.
Parking spaces cannot currently be reserved. Parking spaces in Kandersteg are limited at weekends and during the summer. From around 12 noon onwards, there may be no parking spaces available – we recommend arriving early. Parking spaces are available for guests at the valley station from 6 a.m. until the evening. Hikers heading to Oeschinensee should use the hiking parking spaces in the village (lower hiking parking rates). No vehicles are allowed to enter at night. Vehicles are limited to a maximum length of 5 meters and a maximum height of 2 meters. Paid parking spaces and parking spaces for larger vehicles are located in the village and at the Schützenhaus.
Yes, there are lockers and ski racks at the mountain and valley stations. Payment is made digitally by debit card, Visa/Mastercard, Twint, or cash. Weekly and seasonal 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.
Entering wildlife sanctuaries, plant protection areas, and restricted areas is not permitted. Information boards mark the protected areas where special rules apply. Never leave the marked paths and trails and always observe the information boards on site. Plants may not be dug up, picked, or trampled.
Collect your trash and dispose of it at the waste stations. Waste separation stations are located at the mountain and valley stations, at the toboggan run, and along the main hiking trails.
In an emergency, call the emergency services immediately on 1414. In winter, you should also inform the SOS patrol (0041 79 481 01 12). There is an SOS room at both the mountain and valley stations. Defibrillators are located at the mountain and valley stations and at the Oeschinensee mountain restaurant, near the lake shore.
We ensure unique and unforgettable moments in the impressive mountain world in front of the Blüemlisalp massif.