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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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.
8 km
420 m
420 m
4h 0m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| RE7 (36m) | |
| 284 (7m) | |
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.
7 km120 m560 m2h 45mLandscape: Onto a mountain peakTour published by:
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| S44 (21m) | |
| 323 (26m) | |
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.
12 km800 m800 m6h 25mTour published by:
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| IC81 (30m) | |
| 62 (16m) | |
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.
4 km190 m190 m1h 50mTour published by:
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| S44 (21m) | |
| 323 (34m) | |
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.
9 km440 m440 m4h 0mTour published by:
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| ICE (19m) | |
| 25 (10m) | |
| 24 (19m) | |
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.
2 km160 m160 m1h 15mTour published by:
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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?
7 km380 m380 m3h 15mTour published by:
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| RE7 (52m) | |
| 233 (9m) | |
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.
5 km190 m190 m2h 5mTour published by:
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| RE2 (23m) | |
| 234 (29m) | |
| 235 (6m) | |
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.
4 km150 m220 m1h 55mTour published by:
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| RE7 (45m) | |
| 251 (24m) | |
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.
6 km740 m130 m3h 45mLandscape: Along the water, Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| RE2 (23m) | |
| 234 (29m) | |
| 235 (10m) | |
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