Kandersteg valley, with its beautiful lake Oeschinensee, is an oasis for guests from all over the world. Surrounding majestic mountains create a paradise for walkers and hikers, climbers and paragliders alike, while couples and families are attracted to some of the most unique attractions that the valley offers, including the International Scout Centre.
Welcome in the Bernese Alps: KANDERSTEG surrounded by steep mountains is located on the upper end of the Kandertal valley in the Kander river basin.
The village lies at an altitude of 1'174 m, has about 1'230 inhabitants and an area of 135 km2. The main tourist destination is Lake Oeschinensee, 1'578 m.