Hiking & nature

Kandersteg circular trails

The circular walking trails through the village offer an attractive alternative if the weather is poor or if you are suffering from tired legs.

Kandersteg is some 4 km in length and runs parallel to the River Kander. Enjoy the views of the surrounding treetops and the UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are also three barrier-free circular walking trails to choose from.

Travel comfortably by train to Kandersteg. The starting points of the three circular hiking trails are located directly at Kandersteg railway station

Route description

Kandersteg circular trails

There are three different routes to choose from, each passing by interesting parts of the village. The 26 stopping points are all well signposted and very easy to explore thanks to the helpful brochure featuring pictures and text descriptions.

Walking time: 1–2 hours depending on the route
Accessibility: All year round. Parts of the trails are suitable for buggies or wheelchairs.

Kandersteg circular trails brochure in German

Barrier-free circular walking trails

The barrier-free circular trails feature three different difficulty levels. These are based on the requirements set out by Mobility International Switzerland (MIS) in collaboration with the Swiss Hiking Trail Federation and described in its written materials.

Circular trail 441 Wageti circular trail
Level of difficulty: easy, practically level, a brief incline
Walking time: approx. 1.5 hours
Route: 4 kilometres
Circular trail 442 Oeschigässli-Kander circular trail
Level of difficulty: medium, light continuous incline at beginning
Walking time: approx. 1.5 hours
Route: 3.5 kilometres
Circular trail 443 Oeschiwald circular trail
Level of difficulty: difficult, frequent inclines/declines, predominantly natural paths
Walking time: approx. 1.5 hours
Route: 2.7 kilometres

Accessibility: the trails’ suitability for wheelchair-users is guaranteed from May to October.