Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Bern by public transport. From easy panoramic walks to longer alpine routes, there’s something for every level of winter hiker.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from Bern to make planning easier. Be sure to check the map to explore all winter hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
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This winter hiking trail takes you to the most scenic lookout points around Aeschi. Several benches invite you to linger and admire the views. The ever-changing views of the Frutigtal valley, Mount Niesen, Lake Thun and the peaks above the fog line are without equal.
6km
200m
200m
2h 10m
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Bern (08:34) | |
| IC61 (30m) | |
| Spiez (09:04) |
| Spiez, Bahnhof (09:08) | |
| 63 (13m) | |
| Aeschi b. Spiez, Post (09:21) |
Romantic winter hiking trail high above Lake Thun, leading past the cantonal recuperation clinic and through glittering winter forests. Enjoy expansive views of the Bernese Alps above the fog line.
9km240m240m3h 0mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Bern (08:34) | |
| IC61 (19m) | |
| Thun (08:53) |
| Thun, Bahnhof (09:02) | |
| 31 (20m) | |
| Heiligenschwendi, Hünibode (09:22) |
Towers, grottos and palaces, just like a faraway land in a fairytale. Yet we are not in the East, but in Schwarzsee in the Fribourg Pre-Alps. This walk will transport both young and old to another world.
4km30m100m1h 5mTour published by:
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| Bern (08:34) | |
| IC1 (22m) | |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (08:56) |
| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (09:03) | |
| 123 (42m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Lichtena (09:45) |
No desire for strenuous ascents? The hiking trail for this winter is a real insider tip for you, then: it is sunny and perfect for all those who prefer a short, not very demanding tour. Hiking downhill almost consistenly takes you even past the cantonal border between Berne and Lucerne.
6km10m540m1h 45mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Bern (08:36) | |
| RE7 (45m) | |
| Escholzmatt (09:21) |
| Escholzmatt, Bahnhof (09:23) | |
| 251 (12m) | |
| Marbachegg, Talstation (09:35) |
| Marbach (Talstation) (09:37) | |
| 2500 (10m) | |
| Marbachegg (09:47) |
On the right the rugged Schrattenfluh, on the left the Brienzer Rothorn range – your constant companions on this winter hike. First from Rossweid to Salwideli, the trail then follows the Bärselbach and Emme streams to Kemmeribodenbad. The former health resort is now famous for its meringues.
11km130m620m3h 30mTour published by:
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| Bern (08:36) | |
| RE7 (45m) | |
| Escholzmatt (09:21) |
| Escholzmatt, Bahnhof (09:23) | |
| 251 (32m) | |
| Kemmeriboden (09:55) |
Surrounded by limestone mountains with sheer faces, the route encircles the romantic Schwarzsee. When the layer of ice is thick enough, you are officially permitted to venture onto the lake. A unique experience for winter walkers!
4km50m50m1h 15mLandscape: Along the water,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Bern (08:34) | |
| IC1 (22m) | |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (08:56) |
| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (09:03) | |
| 123 (50m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Hostellerie (09:53) |
Above Lake Thun, a continuous downhill trail from Mount Niederhorn to the hamlet of Waldegg. The combination of snow-covered mountains and views of Lake Thun is unparalleled. Enchanting vistas await you at 1950 metres above sea level.
10km140m880m3h 30mTour published by:
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| Bern (08:34) | |
| IC61 (48m) | |
| Interlaken West (09:22) |
| Interlaken West, Bahnhof (09:35) | |
| 101 (18m) | |
| Beatenberg, Waldegg (09:53) |
This route takes you from the Chrindi midway station past Lake Hinterstocken and then up to the idyllic Oberbärgli Alpine huts on Mount Lasenberg. A memorable experience of nature that will gradually make you forget the everyday routine.
3km200m200m1h 15mTour published by:
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| Bern (08:39) | |
| RE1 (49m) | |
| Erlenbach im Simmental (09:28) |
| Erlenbach i.S. (Stockhornbahn) (09:50) | |
| 2370 (9m) | |
| Chrindi (09:59) |
In winter, when the panorama road on the Glaubenbielen Pass is closed, you can experience pure nature here. The view of the Rothorn chain and the traces of wild animals in the snow make you forget about everyday life. The landslide area, which is clearly visible on this route, is also very exciting.
10km400m400m3h 25mLandscape: Over a pass,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Bern (08:36) | |
| RE7 (52m) | |
| Schüpfheim (09:28) |
| Schüpfheim, Bahnhof (09:33) | |
| 241 (24m) | |
| Sörenberg, Post (09:57) |
A fairytale like winter wonderland, combined with a thick layer of ice and steep rock faces. Winterhiking at the Oeschinensee impresses with all elements that winter offers.
4km140m140m1h 20mLandscape: Along the water,With panoramic views
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| Bern (08:39) | |
| RE1 (1h 1m) | |
| Kandersteg (09:40) |
| Kandersteg (Talst. Oeschinen) (09:55) | |
| 2410 (10m) | |
| Oeschinen (Bergstation) (10:05) |
