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Snowshoeing from Bern by public transport

Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Bern by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.

To make planning easier, the hikes below are sorted by travel time from Bern. Explore the map to find all snowshoe hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities accessible from anywhere in Switzerland.

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Schneeschuhtrail Ober Altösch

Minimum travel time: 47m to Trub, Ried

This varied snowshoe tour starts in Trub in the Emmental valley. It leads through snow-covered forests and pastures in the hilly terrain of the Napf region. The winter scenery and the far-reaching views over the Emmental hilltops make for an unforgettable experience.

dist8 km
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asce420 m
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desc420 m
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dura4h 0m
  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views,Onto a mountain peak

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How to get to Schneeschuhtrail Ober Altösch

Fastest connection from Bern to Trub, Ried: 47m
RE7 (36m)
Walk from to
284 (7m)
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Obergurnigel Trail

Minimum travel time: 49m to Gurnigel, Bad

The scenic trail connects the Gurnigelpass with the historic Gurnigelbad. The ridge hike to Obere Gurnigel offers magnificent distant views towards the Bernese Oberland, Mittelland and back to the Gantrisch chain.

dist7 km
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asce120 m
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desc560 m
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dura2h 45m
  • land

    Landscape: Onto a mountain peak

Tour published by:

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How to get to Obergurnigel Trail

Fastest connection from Bern to Gurnigel, Bad: 49m
S44 (21m)
Walk from to
323 (26m)
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Brunni Trail

Minimum travel time: 50m to Aeschiried, Schulhaus

High above Lake Thun the snowshoe trail leads from sunny Aeschiried to the foot of the Morgenberghorn. The views of the fantastic mountain backdrop and deep blue Lake Thun are spectacular.

dist12 km
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asce800 m
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desc800 m
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dura6h 25m

    Tour published by:

    SwitzerlandMobility

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    How to get to Brunni Trail

    Fastest connection from Bern to Aeschiried, Schulhaus: 50m
    IC81 (30m)
    Walk from to
    62 (16m)
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    Selibühl-Panoramatrail

    Minimum travel time: 57m to Gurnigel, Stierenhütte

    The wooden hills of the Gurnigel are an invitation to enjoy panoramic hikes during the winter months. Up on Selibüel, a magnificent 360-degree view awaits of the snow-capped Jura and the snowy Alpine mountain range.

    dist4 km
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    asce190 m
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    desc190 m
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    dura1h 50m

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      SwitzerlandMobility

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      How to get to Selibühl-Panoramatrail

      Fastest connection from Bern to Gurnigel, Stierenhütte: 57m
      S44 (21m)
      Walk from to
      323 (34m)
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      Dünzenegg Trail

      Minimum travel time: 1h 0m to Schwanden (Sigriswil), Säge

      High above Lake Thun, the trail leads through silent forests and open meadows on its way to Dünzenegg. Your companions are beautiful views of the lake, the Bernese Alps and the Central Plateau. With some traverses and steep, exposed sections, this trail is aimed at snowshoe hikers with some experience.

      dist9 km
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      asce440 m
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      desc440 m
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      dura4h 0m

        Tour published by:

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        How to get to Dünzenegg Trail

        Fastest connection from Bern to Schwanden (Sigriswil), Säge: 1h 0m
        ICE (19m)
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        25 (10m)
        24 (19m)
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        Höh Trail

        Minimum travel time: 1h 1m to Kandersteg

        A great combination of easy but still very scenic snow shoe tour is waiting for you. After a the hike to the viewpoint on the top of «Höh», snow shoe hikers will be rewarded with the most beautiful panorama of Kandersteg and the mountain range of the UNESCO World heritage site.

        dist2 km
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        asce160 m
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        desc160 m
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        dura1h 15m

          Tour published by:

          SwitzerlandMobility

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          How to get to Höh Trail

          Fastest connection from Bern to Kandersteg: 1h 1m
          RE1 (1h 1m)
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          Schneeschuhtrail First

          Minimum travel time: 1h 6m to Hasle LU, Heiligkreuz Kirche

          Snow crunching underfoot amidst a snowy winter landscape – the range of hills featuring the Napf on the right, a mountain backdrop with the Risetenstock, Schimbrig and Schafmatt on the left. And once you arrive at the First, a welcome Entlebuch-style coffee with schnapps. What more could you ask for?

          dist7 km
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          asce380 m
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          desc380 m
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          dura3h 15m

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            How to get to Schneeschuhtrail First

            Fastest connection from Bern to Hasle LU, Heiligkreuz Kirche: 1h 6m
            RE7 (52m)
            Walk from to
            233 (9m)
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            8/10

            Parcours Montsoflo–Les Fornis

            Minimum travel time: 1h 7m to La Roche FR, Montsoflo

            This family walk is suitable for all and takes you to Montsoflo aux Fornis, where you can savour the views over the Lac de la Gruyère, the Gibloux, the Swiss Plateau and the Jura mountain range in the distance.

            dist5 km
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            asce190 m
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            desc190 m
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            dura2h 5m

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              How to get to Parcours Montsoflo–Les Fornis

              Fastest connection from Bern to La Roche FR, Montsoflo: 1h 7m
              RE2 (23m)
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              234 (29m)
              235 (6m)
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              Parcours Le Brand–La Berra

              Minimum travel time: 1h 11m to La Roche FR, La Berra

              Do you fancy an energetic walk with a unique view? This route takes you through forests and clearings to the Cousimbert. The view alone is worth the walk: from the Lac de la Gruyère, the Swiss Plateau and the Jura mountain range can be seen along with the Chasseral.

              dist6 km
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              asce740 m
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              desc130 m
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              dura3h 45m
              • land

                Landscape: Along the water,Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views

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              How to get to Parcours Le Brand–La Berra

              Fastest connection from Bern to La Roche FR, La Berra: 1h 11m
              RE2 (23m)
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              234 (29m)
              235 (10m)
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              10/10

              Kemmeriboden–Bumbach Trail

              Minimum travel time: 1h 11m to Bumbach, Skilift

              This snowshoe trail begins at the Kemmeriboden-Bad country inn and heads along the left bank of the burgeoning Emme through a variety of forests, meadows, and hamlets. It begins with a climb that is rewarded with views of the mountain range of the Alps.

              dist4 km
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              asce150 m
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              desc220 m
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              dura1h 55m

                Tour published by:

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                How to get to Kemmeriboden–Bumbach Trail

                Fastest connection from Bern to Bumbach, Skilift: 1h 11m
                RE7 (45m)
                Walk from to
                251 (24m)
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