Attractions around Ferden

Fantastically beautiful lake, framed by several two- and three-thousanders. By not too heavy climb, this is a destination for the entire family. You should wear sturdier footwear. Also gastronomy and boat rentals are available.

The Lämmerenhütte is an ideal starting point for rock climbing, ranging from difficulty level 3 to 7c. In addition, the newly renovated hut invites you to climb the Wildstrubel over … read more

The Hotel Fafleralp has existed for over 100 years. In the middle of an idyllic larch forest, you can stop here and spend the night.

The traditional Lötschenpasshütte is located on the historic pass between Kandersteg and Lötschental. Here you can spend the night at 2,690 meters, stop off and enjoy the breathtaking mountain panorama around you.

In addition to a magnificent view, the hut offers a very delicious Bretterljausen. A nice place to relax.

Unfortunately, the once beautiful hiking trail has been expanded into an "Alpine motorway". The impressive panorama remains, of course, and the Oeschinensee always exudes a certain magic, which is why the visit is still more than worthwhile.

In the southwest of the Bernese Alps you climb to almost 3,000 meters if you want to reach the summit cross of the Torrenthorn. You will be rewarded with a … read more

There is a train that drives over it, really impressive ...

The ideal stop for a lunch break on the way to the Gemmi Pass. Enchanting scenery, convincing service and rustic furnishings.

The Bietschtalbrücke is a railway bridge of the Lötschbergbahn (BLS) at the so-called Südrampe. It spans the gorge of Bietschbach at a height of 78 m and a length of … read more

Terminus for the cable car from Kandersteg. The hike to the Gemmi Pass, which is about a three-hour walk away, starts from here.

The trail along the south ramp of the Lötschbergbahn (BLS) is traditionally made from Hohtenn to Brig, in 2-3 days. A particularly beautiful section is the path from the Bietschbachtal … read more

The Oeschinen mountain station can be used as a starting point for many activities. Directly behind it is the toboggan run, you can hike to the Oeschinensee or discover the climbing routes around the lake.

Ausserberg
Ausserberg is around 1000 meters above sea level. on the slope between the Baltschieder- and the Bietschtal. Its borders start down in the valley on the Rhone and extend … read more

The chapel on the old Gemmiweg is dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua and was first mentioned in 1705. The small hamlet of Birchen is surrounded by meadows with a beautiful view of the Balmhorn (3,698 meters) above Leukerbad.

"Mountain bikes & roadworthy sports equipment
Since 2019 there has been a permanent restricted area in the «Spitze Stei» danger area. The tarred road from Oeschinen to Kandersteg was also … read more

The ascent to the Lämmerenhütte at 2507 m is steep and only suitable for mountaineers with a head for heights; ropes and chains are sometimes mounted on the rock.

Caution:
At the Chrüterbeizli you have to decide whether you want to hike the further route, which runs high and far behind the Bietschtalbrücke, or the shorter one, which runs … read more

This panoramic hike will treat you to one of the most stunning and magical views on the Oeschinensee and surrounding mountains. This landscape simply appears to blend the best of … read more

Once again a highlight from Oeschinensee ... ;-) One of the most beautiful mountain lakes in Switzerland.