Scenic Kandersteg

In beautiful Kandersteg you’re spoiled for choice with a variety of walking routes to suit your mood, ability or the weather. Perhaps start with a stroll along the picturesque shores of Oeschinensee – this emerald lake is arguably Switzerland’s most exquisite, as well as one of the jewels of the Bernese Oberland, set in an amphitheatre of mountains which at points rise sheer from its waters.

Slightly further afield, the secluded Gastern valley offers more spectacular walking in tranquil surroundings, and there’s also the option to enjoy a fantastic, high-level route to the Gemmi Pass. The contrast to all this activity is found back at your hotel where you can relax in the swimming pool, with its panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, and enjoy delicious, traditional cuisine.

Day 6

Weggis to Kandersteg: 3.5hrs by boat & rail

Weggis to Kandersteg: 3.5hrs by boat & rail

You arrive into the village of Kandersteg after a scenic half-day journey by boat and train from Weggis. Situated at an altitude of 1200 metres, this pretty village is surrounded by an impressive ring of high mountains. Once you’ve settled in at your hotel, you may like to explore the village before dinner or perhaps take a short walk along the shores of Lake Oeschinen (see route options for days 7-8 below).
Days 7-8

Choice of walks from Kandersteg: 7km to 22km

Choice of walks from Kandersteg: 7km to 22km

The mountains around Kandersteg are a paradise for walkers and we offer a number of different options for your time here.

Oeschinensee – grade 2 option: 7km, 2hrs; ascent 40m/descent 550m
For a leisurely introductory walk, we recommend exploring the shores of beautiful Lake Oeschinen, reached by gondola.

Oeschinensee – grade 3 option: 12km, 4.5hrs; ascent 530m/descent 1000m
For something more strenuous, ascend into the mountains which surround the lake for superb views over its turquoise waters.

Gasterntal – grade 2 option: 22km, 6.5hrs; ascent/descent 700m
Just as worthy of discovery is the tranquil and secluded Gastern Valley. Now a nature reserve, it is renowned as the glacial valley in the Bernese Oberland. There is a bus that you can take to the entrance of the spectacular Kander Gorge, which you traverse before emerging into the Gastern Valley, passing numerous waterfalls en route to its far reaches. You return by following the River Kander downstream.

Gasterntal – grade 3 option: 11km, 5hrs; ascent/descent 900m
Another way to enjoy the reserve is to take a bus further into the valley, then follow an out-and-back route which winds steeply uphill, gaining some 1,000 metres of altitude, to reach the blue ice of the Kanderfirn Glacier.

Gemmi Pass – grade 3: 20km, 6.5hrs; ascent/descent 900m; shorter option: 9km, 3hrs
Or you may decide to follow in the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes and head up onto the Gemmi Pass (2,346 metres), the former link between the Bernese Oberland and the Valais to the south. You start by taking a bus and a cable car to Sunnbüel, then ascend through glorious alpine scenery. From the panoramic pass you return on foot to Sunnbüel via the western shore of Daubensee (or if you don’t wish to walk any further, you can use a combination of cable car, bus and train to return to Kandersteg from the pass).

Accommodation

Your hotel in Kandersteg is truly outstanding, and one we have worked with for many years.

Belle Epoque Hotel Victoria

A warm welcome awaits you here, in the centre of the pretty village of Kandersteg. The hotel consists of two distinct parts: the original Ritter wing with its traditional wood-clad bedrooms, and the larger Victorian ‘extension’ where the majority of bedrooms are situated along with the comfortable lounge and high-ceilinged restaurant which overlooks the gardens. Our included rooms are the hotel’s ‘Comfort’ rooms which are spacious, light and airy and which all enjoy views over the surrounding peaks. There is also a sauna and a panoramic indoor swimming pool.

Meal arrangements: dinner & breakfast
Facilities
- Large panelled lounge with a bar
- Indoor swimming pool (12 by 6 metres), sauna
- Public bar (winter only)
- Reading room
- Sun terrace with mountain views
- Playroom, table tennis, board games, free kindergarten for over 3s (Mon-Fri, winter only), baby essentials (pay locally)
- Hairdryers, safety deposit boxes and bathrobes can be borrowed from reception
- Wi-Fi
- Lift

Bedrooms

Included option

Comfort room

Located in the more ‘recent’, Victorian part of the hotel, with a choice of twin or double beds, these rooms can accommodate a child’s bed. Some have a shower, others a bath. All are equipped with a radio and TV.
Alternative option

Ritter room

In the hotel’s original ‘Ritter’ wing, there are some slightly smaller rooms, all with twin beds. Fittingly, they are cosy and rustic, often with wood-panelled walls, beamed ceilings and carved or hand-painted furniture. Some have a shower, others a bath. All have a TV.
Upgrade option

Family apartment

Ideal for families of two adults and up to three children, the apartments comprise two bedrooms (one with bunk beds plus an extra bed or cot, if required) and a bathroom with a bath. They are equipped with a radio and TV.

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Prices (£ per person based on 2 sharing)

Add-on price

3 nights: 01 June 2019 - 07 October 2019

Start any day | End by latest date(s) shown above

Starting	Price	Single room
1 - 7 Jun 2019	£345	£24
8 Jun - 5 Jul 2019	£370	£24
6 Jul - 24 Aug 2019	£420	£24
25 Aug - 14 Sep 2019	£370	£24
15 Sep - 4 Oct 2019	£345	£24
3rd & 4th person discount	£0
Single traveller supplement	£0

£ per person based on 2 sharing. Includes accommodation, meals and travel to the hotel as described.

Prices may be different if you are not arranging your transfers for your main holiday through Inntravel or have your own car; please contact us for a quotation.

Room upgrades and additional nights

Room upgrades (£ per person per room)

Belle Epoque Hotel Victoria, Kandersteg
Mini-suite: 01 Jun - 07 Oct 2019	£35

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09 June 2019

We have traveled with Inntravel in the past and have never been disappointed. Switzerland is an expensive country, yet you managed to find comfortable, affordable three star hotels for your guests. The Lucerne holiday provided wonderful variety among its walks, modes of transport, and accommodations. One of the reasons we enjoy self-guided walking is that is provides chance encounters that make slow travel so appealing. Cows joined us for our lunch breaks, we took joy in reading the botanical descriptions of the wildflowers at the top of Rigi, and we met a lady practicing an alphorn who stopped to chat and let us have a try at it! We know it is a lot of work for you to make the trips appear effortless and we thank you for everything you do behind the scenes for the benefit of your guests.

anon

09 June 2019

We have traveled with Inntravel in the past and have never been disappointed. Switzerland is an expensive country, yet you managed to find comfortable, affordable three star hotels for your guests. The Lucerne holiday provided wonderful variety among its walks, modes of transport, and accommodations. One of the reasons we enjoy self-guided walking is that is provides chance encounters that make slow travel so appealing. Cows joined us for our lunch breaks, we took joy in reading the botanical descriptions of the wildflowers at the top of Rigi, and we met a lady practicing an alphorn who stopped to chat and let us have a try at it! We know it is a lot of work for you to make the trips appear effortless and we thank you for everything you do behind the scenes for the benefit of your guests.

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