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Winter Hikes from Kandersteg by public transport

Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg 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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Oeschinensee-Rundweg

Minimum travel time: 23m to Oeschinen (Bergstation)

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.

dist4 km
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asce140 m
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desc140 m
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dura1h 20m
  • Landscape: Along the water, With panoramic views

Tour published by:

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Rundweg Aeschi–Aeschiried

Minimum travel time: 1h 7m to Aeschi b. Spiez, Post

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.

dist6 km
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asce200 m
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desc200 m
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dura2h 10m
  • Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, With panoramic views

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Rundweg Heiligenschwendi

Minimum travel time: 1h 8m to Heiligenschwendi, Hünibode

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.

dist9 km
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asce240 m
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desc240 m
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dura3h 0m
  • Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views

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Winterwanderweg Riederalp–Fiescheralp

Minimum travel time: 1h 12m to Riederalp West

This is a classic route and very popular for good reason: The views of the 4000-meter peaks of the Valais along the way are without parallel. The path leads from Bettmeralp via Wurzenbord up to Bättmer-Hitta. A walk through the winter wonderland takes you to Fiescheralp.

dist9 km
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asce480 m
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desc180 m
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dura3h 25m

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How to get to Winterwanderweg Riederalp–Fiescheralp

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Winterwanderweg Moosfluh–Riederalp

Minimum travel time: 1h 12m to Riederalp West

The fabulous view of the Aletsch Glacier is just one of the reasons for choosing this popular route. It follows Härdernagrat with constant views of the fascinating Alpine landscape of the UNESCO world heritage site. The Victorian-style Villa Cassel, located on the way to Riederalp, is another amazing sight.

dist5 km
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asce90 m
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desc500 m
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dura1h 55m

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Winterwanderweg Bettmersee-Gopplerlücke

Minimum travel time: 1h 13m to Riederalp Mitte

Relaxing winter hike with a view – there are no challenging ascents to overcome on this tour. Nevertheless, it offers magnificent views across the sunny plateau and the Valais mountains, including the Matterhorn.

dist6 km
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asce220 m
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desc240 m
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dura2h 0m

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How to get to Winterwanderweg Bettmersee-Gopplerlücke

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Winterwanderweg Fiesch–Fieschertal

Minimum travel time: 1h 20m to Fiesch

This hike is perfect for fans of winter forest hikes. The view of Fiesch can be enjoyed at every stage of the walk. From the Aletsch Zoo, the two-hour winter hike leads through the alder forest on a slight hill parallel to the Wysswasser glacier creek to Fieschertal.

dist6 km
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asce150 m
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desc150 m
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dura1h 50m

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Winterwanderweg Waldpromenade Bettmeralp

Minimum travel time: 1h 25m to Bettmeralp

Feel like a short, easy hike on a sunny plateau? If so, this circuit is made for you. The path leads from the mountain station of the cable car Bettmeralp towards Ried, through the Baderwald and along the forest promenade back to Bettmeralp.

dist5 km
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asce180 m
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desc180 m
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dura1h 50m

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How to get to Winterwanderweg Waldpromenade Bettmeralp

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Chemin Cry d’Er–Crans

Minimum travel time: 1h 26m to Crans-Montana, Lac Grenon

After reaching Cry d’Er by cable car, this downhill hike takes you to the centre of Crans. The highlights of this hike are undeniably the omnipresent fantastic view and the sunny terraces along the way.

dist7 km
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asce820 m
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desc30 m
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dura3h 35m

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How to get to Chemin Cry d’Er–Crans

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Chemin Crans–Aminona

Minimum travel time: 1h 29m to Aminona

This walk overlooks the resort and takes you from Crans to Aminona, crossing the bottom of the ski area from west to east. The trail alternates between stretches of forest and open areas, offering an unbeatable view of the Valais Alps.

dist12 km
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asce560 m
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desc500 m
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dura4h 25m

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