Destination Guide Kandersteg winter 2022/23

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Ski slope first and then a restaurant? A hike followed by some pampering? It is not always easy to plan your time on a winter holiday here e specially when the choice is so vast. Thankfully, this handy Destination Guide will help you. On just a few pages, this brochure lists the essential things that snow sports enthusiasts, families and connoisseurs need to know in a concise and easy-to-read way f rom A to Z.

Highlights

LAKE OESCHINEN SKIING

These easily accessible pistes may be small, but they’re beautiful too. This makes them ideal for both youngsters and beginners. oeschinensee.ch

UNESCO ICE WALK OESCHINENSEE

Two circular UNESCO Ice Walks are available on the frozen lake. These offer unique views of the surrounding moun tains. oeschinensee.ch

SUNNBÜEL

In the Kander Valley sun trap, a partic ularly popular hiking route has been p repared for the winter season – the h istoric Gemmi Pass. sunnbuel.ch

OESCHIWALD SLEDGE RUN

Free to use, only 5 minutes walk from t he village centre and well lit. From 6pm–10pm, there’s nothing stopping the evening fun.

HAUS DER MUSEEN

Below «la belle epoque» and the tunnel; above gondolas and chairlifts. In the for mer army pharmacy building, the local museum and Swiss Cableway Museum are both situated under one roof.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

Always a little better Kandersteg’s perfectly prepared and varied cross country ski trails surrounded by moun tains are waiting to be discovered.

ICE SKATING

From Monday to Friday (1.15pm 5 pm) everyone can enjoy the indoor ice rink. Ice skates are available for hire. kunsteisbahn-kandersteg.ch

SUNNBÜEL SNOWSHOE TRAILS

Two signposted trails await you at the foot of the magnificent mountain peaks. Explore the region on two feet but off the beaten track.

KANDERSTEG WELLNESS

The wellness oases of Kandersteg are not exclusively for hotel guests. A public indoor swimming pool is also available at Frutigen Sports Centre.

CURLING

Whether as a taster course or for wellp ractised teams – the curling rink is open to all interested parties. kunsteisbahn-kandersteg.ch

Winter-Events

CURRENT EVENTS kandersteg.ch/en/events

Instantly find out what's on. Simply scan the QR code a nd see when the next cultural highlight is taking place an agenda full of music, tradition and good-natured c ompetition.

Event-Highlight

13TH KANDERSTEG BELLE EPOQUE WEEK

22–29 JANUARY 2023

Belle Epoque. La belle epoch (the beautiful age) refers broadly to the years between 1884 and 1914. Kandersteg turns the clock back to this era each year at the end of January. Immerse yourself in sophisticated etiquette, elegant clothes, and original winter sports. Stroll along wintery pavements and be received in businesses and restaurants by appropriately dressed employees. Admire transformed shop façades reminiscent of the good old days.

2023 BELLE EPOQUE WEEK WILL TAKE PLACE UNDER THE HEADING "FASHION AND STYLE".

Discover lots of fascinating facts about the fashion, style and hairstyles of this bygone era at various locations around town. As usual, this much-loved event will officially start at Bahn hofmatte. Visitors wearing peri od costume are welcome to join the grand promenade without pre-registration.

The programme and further information can be found at kandersteg.ch/en

COSTUME RENTAL

Anything suitable to wear? For those needing something last minute, there is a small selection of items at the local costume rental company.

Good to know

The Tourist Destination Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg reaches from Kiental and Kandersteg to Adelboden, Frutigen and Lenk.

TOURIST CENTER KANDERSTEG

Help desk, hotel room book ings, apartments, and maps

Äussere Dorfstrasse 26 3718 Kandersteg +41 (0)33 675 80 80 kandersteg@be-welcome.ch

GUEST CARD

By paying the compulsory resort tax, you help us to provide a wide range of guest facilities. All overnight guests to Kandersteg are required to pay this tax in return for a guest card which entitles you to attractive discounts where indicated. You can get a Guest Card directly from your local host Your benefits: see page 12

WINTER SPORTS REPORT

kandersteg.ch offers up to date information about daily service operations and infrastructure. This is updated by 8.30am each morning.

KANDERSTEG PARKING

Parking is available next to the cable cars, at the railway station and at the town hall (Gemeindehaus).

Purchase your parking ticket (4 to 8 CHF per day) from the automatic, on-site machines.

BANKS, ATM/CASHPOINTS

Berner Kantonalbank BEKB

Innere Dorfstrasse 17, Kandersteg Spar- u. Leihkasse Frutigen AG Äussere Dorfstrasse 15, Kandersteg

RUBBISH DISPOSAL IN KANDERSTEG

Please bring all PET, alumini um, cans, etc. for recycling to «Zuckerschopf» on Riseti strasse. The amenity centre for the disposal of paper, cardboard and bulk waste is open on Monday afternoons and Thursday mornings.

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

Emergency medical services 144

Fire brigade 118

Police 117

REGA (flying ambulance) 1414

Car breakdown +41 (0)79 328 70 52

Tourist Center Kandersteg +41 (0)33 675 80 80

Lost property office Kandersteg+41 (0)33 675 80 80

Railway station Frutigen +41 (0)58 327 41 14

Village bus Kandersteg +41 (0)33 673 74 74

AFA Taxi +41 (0)75 415 15 15

DOCTORS

Medical Practice, Kandersteg +41 (0)33 675 14 24

Hospital Frutigen +41 (0)33 672 26 26

Drugstore Kandersteg +41 (0)33 675 11 75

FURTHER INFORMATION

Ice skating

Wednesday, Friday and Sunday 1pm–5pm from End December until season ending, as well as Saturday and Sunday according to layout plan

SHOPS

Monday to Friday 8am–12pm | 1.30pm–6.30pm Saturday 8am–5pm

S unday o pen at times during the high season

Benefits with the guest card

PUBLIC TRANSPORT INCLUDED

Mobile with just one overnight stay. With your personal guest card, you will enjoy free travel on public transport in the region from 1 May 2022 and benefit from free or discounted offers.

TIP

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TORCHLIGHT HIKE IN OESCHI FOREST

Cable Cars | Busses

CURRENT OPERATING HOURS

What time does the gondola lift leave? Simply scan the QR code and find out about transport operating times and when the moun tain restaurants are open.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT TIMETABLES

Timetables at afabus.ch and sbb.ch

TIP

OK:GO

For holidays without hitches ou r online guide lists which events and locations are also accessible with a wheelchair or pushchair. ginto.guide/en

Cross Country Skiing Paradise

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING TIPS

Here, cross country skiers of any ability will find their ideal trail. Seven circular trails in Kandersteg are available for winter sports lovers. The routes are freshly prepared every day and their operational status is in our Winter Sports Report.

Kandersteg cross country skiing trails

Directly from your hotel or apartment onto the trail – the cross country ski trail network runs right through the middle of the village and en ables cross country skiers to begin outside their front doors. A description and over

prepared at Sunnbüel (1936 m/6352 ft. above sea level). The Spittelmatte cross country ski trail lies at the foot of Mt. Altels and offers breathtaking views of the Alpine landscape.

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Depending on snow conditions, a 3,5 km to 8 km circular trail in classic and skating styles is

TIP

Eggeschwand Schwarzhorn 3104 Daubenhorn 2941

Spittelmatte Inn. Fisistock 2787

Rinderhorn 3448 CROSS COUNTRY SKIING PARADISE

view of the trails can be found in the cross country trail map available at the Tourist Center.

Sunnbüel high-altitude cross country ski trail

Winter Activities

WINTER HIKING

In our mountain world, you will find different, well-pre pared winter hiking trails. The historic Gemmi Pass route from Sunnbüel towards Leukerbad is particularly impres sive. At Lake Oeschinen, you can also experience our unique Alpine landscape.

Lake Oeschinen, Ice Walk

In the Lake Oeschinen area, the winter hiking trail from the top station of the gondola to the lake is prepared as a circu lar hiking trail. On this impres sive glacial lake, there are two si gnposted circular walks of 30 and 90 minutes in length. Watch the ice fishermen on this large surface and enjoy some peace and quiet at the foot of Blümlisalp. N.B.: The hiking trail from Kandersteg to Lake Oeschinen is closed to winter hikers in both directions (danger of collision on the sledge run and ski piste).

Sunnbüel

This 8,5 km winter hiking trail along the historic Gemmi Pass route begins at the top station of the Sunnbüel cable car. The open area of Spittelmatte with rugged mountain peaks all around is a breathtaking sight. The trail continues to the charming Schwarenbach Mountain Hotel and finally to Lake Dauben and the Gemmi Pass. The «Altelsblick» circular hiking trail is an atternative option.

Blausee

The pearl of the Kander Valley is well worth a visit in winter too. Crystal-clear «Blue Lake» lies in the middle of a fairy tale-like forest landscape and is a true source of inspiration. The hotel, restaurant and na ture park also offer visitors various activities and experi ences during the winter months.

SNOWSHOE TOURS

SLEDGING

Sunnbüel Circular Tours

Two well-signposted snowshoe trails begin at the Sunnbüel top station and take you to some of the best vantage points away fr om the slopes. The shorter 2,2 km trail leads in the direction of «Stock» and offers sp ectacular views of the Gasterntal Valley. The longer 4,8 km trail runs beside S pittelmatte and the flank of Mt. Altels.

Oeschiwald, Kandersteg

This 1 km sledge run in Oeschiwald (part of Kander steg) is a delight for the whole family. During the winter season, it is floodlit every day from 6pm–10pm.

Höh Panorama Tours Kandersteg

This 90-minute snowshoe tour starts directly behind Kandersteg railway station an d leads to the elevation of Höh-Wald forest. From this bea utiful vantage point, the view opens down towards th e mountain village.

SKI AND SNOWBOARD SCHOOLS

Would you like to learn how to ski again or get back into winter sports? It’s worth making your first attempts under expert supervision in one of our small but beautiful ski areas. Our trained instructors will explain the basics in one-to-one or group lessons. These are intended to be fun as well as educational – and ideal for children.

Swiss Ski School Snow Storm Kandersteg Ski and snowboard lessons. Information and bookings: info@snow-storm.ch snow-storm.ch +41 (0)79 434 81 80

Group lessons

(Price quotation with guest card)

1× 120 min. CHF  50.–

2× 120 min. CHF 100.–3× 120 min. CHF 135.–4× 120 min. CHF 160.–5× 120 min. CHF 180.–

Recommended minimum age: 4 years ski 7 years snowboard

Privat lesson (Price quotation with guest card) 45 min. CHF  55.–60 min. CHF  75.–90 min. CHF 110.–120 min. CHF 150.–+ 1 person = CHF  10.– / h

Gastronomy

ESTABLISHMENT DISTRICT WEB

Hotel Restaurant Alpenblick Villagealpenblick-kandersteg.ch

Hotel Restaurant Bernerhof Villagebernerhof.ch

Hotel Restaurant Blümlisalp Villagehotel-bluemlisalp.ch

Chalet-Hotel Adler Village chalethotel.ch Restaurant Crystal Fielfalle

Hotel des Alpes Village desalpes-kandersteg.ch

Hotel Restaurant Blausee Blauseeblausee.ch

Hotel Restaurant Ermitage Cable car Oeschinen ermitage-kandersteg.ch

Hotel Restaurant Spycher Villagehotel-restaurant-spycher.ch

Krauterei Villagekrauterei.ch

Gourmet Waldhotel Doldenhorn Village doldenhorn.ch

Landgasthof Ruedihus Village ruedihus.ch

Restaurant Kander- und Alpstübli Cable car Sunnbüel kander-alpstuebli.ch

Feinbäckerei Tea Room Marmotte Villagecafe-marmotte.ch

Nico's Resaturant Villagenicosrestaurant.ch

Restaurant Rendez-vous Cable car Oeschinen restaurant-rendezvous.ch

Restaurant Schweizerhof Villageschweizerhof-kandersteg.ch

Restaurant Ritter Village hotel-victoria.ch

Cafe Restaurant Au Vieux Chalet Village

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All-Weather Excursions

HAUS DER MUSEEN KANDERSTEG

Below «la belle epoque» and the tunnel; above gondolas and chairlifts. In the for mer army pharmacy building, the local museum and Swiss Cableway Museum are both situated under one roof.

UNESCO WORLD NATURE FORUM

Get to know our unique natural landscape and learn exciting background information about the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Jungfrau-Aletsch in Naters near Brig.

TROPENHAUS FRUTIGEN

Interactive exhibition, exotic flora, fish farming and culinary delights all under one roof.

OLD TOWN, THUN

The city of Thun at the lower end of Lake Thun is the gateway to the Bernese Ober land. Thun offers a very special experience w ith its historic old town, in the centre of which stands the 12th Century castle.

OLD TOWN, BERN

The UNESCO World Heritage Old Town of Bern offers romance at its finest. Figurative fountains from the Renaissance period, the cathedral and more than 6 km of arcade walkways are waiting to be discovered.

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!

BY CAR

From the North and West: Motorway A1 via Bern, then take the A6 to Spiez and follow the main road in direction of FrutigenKandersteg.

From the South: via Domodossola–Iselle–Simplon Brig–Goppenstein, then car-by train service Lötschberg (Goppenstein–Kandersteg).

BY TRAIN AND BUS

From the North and West: via Bern–Kandersteg (direct connections with the Lötschberger railway).

From the South: via Domodossola–Brig–Kander steg (direct connections with the Lötschberger railway).

N.B.: Please pay careful attention to the different sections of the Lötschberger trains in Bern, Spiez and Brig (the train divides at Spiez).

INFORMATION AND PRICES

All indicated prices and information are subject to change without prior notice.

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