Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Kandersteg by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
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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 km
160 m
160 m
1h 15mTour published by:
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Immerse yourself in the protected plateau of Alp Spittelmatte, surrounded by a windswept winter wonderland and with views of the region's 3,000-metre peaks. Leading along the stone pine forest and the Schwarzbach river, the trail offers beginners and enthusiasts a safe and relaxing experience.
5 km170 m170 m2h 5m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| 241 (10m) | |
| 2412 (8m) | |
Between the hamlet of Rischinen and Aletschbord, you’ll experience nature at its most beautiful – via the hamlet of Egga with views into the valley, the trail continues until Holzji and the observation post. Once at Aletschbord, you can gaze in wonder at several four-thousand-metre peaks and the Great Aletsch Glacier.
7 km70 m840 m3h 0mTour published by:
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Starting from Blatten valley station, this short and easy trail takes you through the snow-covered Rischinu Forest. The trail initially passes through hilly landscapes in the direction of the Gibidum dam. It’s worth a detour for the views alone.
4 km240 m240 m2h 5mTour published by:
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| RE11 (38m) | |
| 624 (22m) | |
You’re sure to feel in perfect harmony with nature during this snowshoe experience in the region of Aletsch Arena. Over the course of the hike you will climb up through forests with snow-covered trees and along the Heimatt trail until you reach Fiescheralp.
5 km1100 m4h 40mTour published by:
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| RE11 (38m) | |
| R42 (32m) | |
In 1957 the female citizens of Unterbäch were the first women in Switzerland to obtain the right to vote – 14 years before it was adopted nationwide. The Frauenzitate-Trail (Trail of Women’s Quotes) is dedicated to these courageous women. On the snowshoe tour from Brandalp to Unterbäch you will find a variety of quotes from world-famous women.
4 km90 m440 m1h 50mTour published by:
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| RE1 (37m) | |
| R91 (12m) | |
| 2253 (8m) | |
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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| RE1 (44m) | |
| 21 (14m) | |
| 24 (19m) | |
It is obvious why this trail is so popular: It is easy, well marked and the 4000-meter peaks of the Valais are always in sight. The peaceful hamlet of Flesch with Valais-style chalets followed by a lovely forest near the Aletschpromenade is also very appealing.
4 km260 m260 m2h 5mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| RE11 (38m) | |
| R42 (15m) | |
| H3 (7m) | |
This snowshoe route is ideal for those in search of wild nature, tranquillity and rejuvenation. Throughout the route there are panoramic views of the Rhône Valley and the chain of 4000m-high mountains known as the «Imperial Crown».
8 km400 m400 m3h 45mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| RE1 (11m) | |
| 591 (20m) | |
| R91 (15m) | |
| 2225 (13m) | |
| 431 (8m) | |
The trail is not signposted. On the Heimischgarte Trail the Saas Valley shows its quiet side. The delightful snowshoe hike above Saas-Balen leads through the snow-covered “Löübinobodme” natural forest reserve with views of the breathtaking mountains and the glacier landscape.
9 km640 m580 m4h 50mTour published by:
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| RE1 (37m) | |
| IR90 (7m) | |
| 511 (29m) | |
