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Oeschinen Trek

Duration: 6 days
Trails: T3 trails
Distance: 0 - 10 km per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day

> Hike from the quiet mountain village of Isenfluh to the classic town of Kandersteg
> Sleep in cozy Swiss mountain huts and the legendary car-free village of Mürren
> Experience wild Switzerland with glaciers, waterfalls, and panoramic alpine views

You’ll hear it before you see it: the thunder of waterfalls echoing through deep valleys, cowbells ringing in alpine pastures, and your boots crunching along high mountain trails with glaciers on the horizon. This is the Bernese Oberland at its rawest and most beautiful. A place to unplug, reconnect, and move together as a family through landscapes that feel timeless.

This 6-day trek starts in the quiet village of Isenfluh and ends in Kandersteg. Along the way, you’ll cross flower-filled meadows, stay in welcoming mountain huts, and spend a night in Mürren, the iconic village with postcard views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Designed for beginners and active families, this is Swiss adventure at its finest.

Itinerary

Day
1

Isenfluh - Lobhornhütte

Duration: 02:45 h
Distance: 4.36 km
Ascent: 850 m

From Isenfluh, you dive straight into alpine charm. After a short forested climb, the path snakes through the meadows of Lehn and Hofstatt, offering postcard views back towards Lauterbrunnen. The switchbacks keep your legs honest, but the scenery rewards every step. At Sennhütten and Ankeweidli, wooden chalets dot the hillside and the sound of cowbells starts to echo louder.

The real magic starts as you reach Alp Sous Chüebodmi: you catch your first sweeping view of the Jungfrau massif. That’s a proper “wow” moment. From there, follow the blue trail toward the Chüebodmi plateau, a lush high valley that feels like a secret hideout. The trail continues towards Schranna with occasional peeks of waterfalls and steep cliffs near Sulwald.

Take the detour to the Sulzbach stream for a quick break near the small mountain waterfall. Once you reach the end near Oberhornsee or Sulwald Cheese Dairy, you’ve earned yourself a well-deserved local snack. Käse, anyone?

Lobhornhütte

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Lobhornhütte
Lobhornhütte
Day
2

Lobhornhütte - Hotel Sonnenberg (Mürren)

Duration: 03:45 h
Distance: 9.96 km
Ascent: 400 m
Descent: 500 m
From the Lobhornhütte, the trail descends gently through wildflower meadows with ever-expanding views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau trio. You pass through peaceful alpine pastures and cross small streams before reaching the forested ridge above Lauterbrunnen. After Grütschalp, the path levels out and follows a scenic balcony trail with jaw-dropping panoramas all the way to Mürren. The day ends at Hotel Sonnenberg—your cozy, sunlit perch in this car-free mountain village.

Hotel Sonnenberg (Mürren)

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Hotel Sonnenberg (Mürren)
Hotel Sonnenberg (Mürren)
Day
3

Hotel Sonnenberg (Mürren) - Rotstockhütte

Duration: 02:10 h
Distance: 6 km
Ascent: 310 m
Descent: 120 m
You leave Mürren behind and climb gently through alpine meadows with sweeping views over the Lauterbrunnen Valley. The trail winds past grazing cows, wildflowers, and the occasional paraglider overhead, all while the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau stay firmly in sight. After a peaceful passage through the Rosswald and around Bryndli, the mountains close in as you approach the rugged basin of the Rotstockhütte. Nestled below the cliffs of the Schilthorn, your overnight stop offers one of the best sunset spots on the route.

Rotstockhütte

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Rotstockhütte
Rotstockhütte
Day
4

Rotstockhütte - Gspaltenhornhütte

Duration: 03:30 h
Distance: 6.54 km
Ascent: 750 m
Descent: 360 m

This stage starts calmly from Obersteinberg, with a peaceful walk through high meadows and grazing cows. But soon, the landscape becomes more dramatic as the trail begins to climb through a rocky valley beneath the towering peaks.

As you get closer to the top, a series of metal steps help you safely over the steeper sections. It might look a bit wild, but it’s well-secured—and a true highlight for adventurous kids and teens. At the Sefinenfurgge pass, you’ll feel like you’re on top of the world, with incredible views in every direction.

After a well-deserved break, the path leads gently downhill again, with the rocky terrain turning into soft grass. By the time you reach Wildstein, you’ve crossed one of the most exciting passes in the region. A big day for little (and big) explorers!

Gspaltenhornhütte SAC

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Gspaltenhornhütte SAC
Gspaltenhornhütte SAC
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5

Gspaltenhornhütte - Blüemlisalphütte

Duration: 04:20 h
Distance: 7.25 km
Ascent: 930 m
Descent: 530 m

Today’s route is all about big scenery and a big downhill adventure. It starts high up near the glacier, where the air is fresh and the views are endless. The first section takes you across a rocky but well-marked trail, with the mighty Blüemlisalp glacier watching over you. Kids will love spotting ice formations and hearing the crunch of gravel underfoot.

After a short break at the Hohtürli pass, it’s time to head downhill. The path winds gently at first, with plenty of safe spots to pause and take in the view. As you descend further, the terrain turns greener and softer, with streams, wooden bridges and even a few marmots if you’re lucky!

The final stretch into the Kiental valley is peaceful and quiet—perfect for little legs getting tired. By the time you arrive, you’ve gone from icy heights to lush pastures. A true mountain-to-valley journey, made for curious young hikers and their proud parents.

Blüemlisalphütte SAC

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Blüemlisalphütte SAC
Blüemlisalphütte SAC
Day
6

Blüemlisalphütte - Oeschinensee Mountain Station

Duration: 03:30 h
Distance: 8.23 km
Ascent: 60 m
Descent: 1200 m

Today’s route leads you down towards one of Switzerland’s most beautiful mountain lakes: Oeschinensee. The hike begins high up near the Hohtürli Pass and follows well-marked alpine paths with wide-open views. It’s an ideal route for families with kids who are comfortable walking in the mountains.

Midway through the walk, Oeschinensee suddenly appears—an impossibly blue lake surrounded by cliffs and glaciers. Take your time at one of the viewpoints, or head all the way to the lakeshore for a snack or even a swim on warm days.

From the mountain station above the lake, you can either take the cable car down to Kandersteg (great for tired legs) or continue walking downhill through the forest. Either way, you’ll finish the day with a big sense of achievement—and plenty of postcard-worthy photos.

Included

  • Full travel guide

    You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Oeschinensee. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.

  • Accommodation

    During your Oeschinensee, you will spend your nights in mountain huts. In the mountain huts we normally only book dormitories, but we can look into private rooms on request. If the private rooms are fully booked or not available in the hut, we automatically book a bed in dormitories for you. Please note that private rooms are more expensive and there will be an additional charge for this.

  • Half-board in Huts

    Accommodation at the huts includes dinner and breakfast. We will arrange this for you as well. This allows you to travel lighter and have one less thing to worry about. Bear in mind that lunch is not included, but it can be purchased at the huts. Here you can also buy an array of snacks and bottled water.

  • Navigation support

    Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.

Excluded

  • Traveling to and from

    You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport.

  • Transfers

    Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas, ferries, etc.

  • Lunch

    Half-board is included in the price of this trek. Lunch, however, is not. You can get something to eat at the mountain huts along the way.

  • Travel Insurance

    Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.

  • Personal expenses

    Personal expenses on such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.

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