Allmenalp - a hiking paradise with stunning views
Experience the peace of the mountains and the Kandersteg alpine panorama from their most beautiful side
On Allmenalp, you can enjoy excursions ranging from leisurely walks along pristine alpine pastures to hikes up three breathtaking peaks. Gain profound insights into the surrounding UNESCO mountain world from Lake Oeschinen to the Gemmi in the Valais, and on the higher-altitude hikes from the Eiger to the Bernese Mittelland.
The RegioExpress takes you from Bern to Kandersteg in one hour without changing trains. The valley station of the Allmenalpbahn can be reached on foot in around 10 minutes.
Hiking trails
Hiking trails After an impressive trip by cable car along the Allmifluh with a view of the spectacular via ferrata, you land in the heart of the Allmenalp. The mountain station at 1’725m is the starting point for all hikes.
The classic: Allmenalp – Ueschinental – Kandersteg (2.5h)
This leisurely hike leads from Allmenalp past exquisite alpine huts, as well as alpine farms and forests, to the Usser Üschene, where the trail branches off towards Kandersteg. With plenty of sun and a backdrop of the magnificent mountain panorama, this is the easiest circular route back to the village. The hike is also suitable in poor weather and works well in either direction.
The insider tip: Allmenalp – Alpschelehubel – Ueschinental – Kandersteg (4h)
Through the pasture landscape of Allmenalp, this trail branches off to Obere Allme at the foot of Kleiner Lohner. Along the stony mountain flank, you reach the Alpschele ridge. Here you’ll meet the original route of the «Via Alpina» long-distance hiking network, via which you can reach Adelboden via the Bunderchrinde. Your route, however, leads along the Alpschele ridge to the Alpschelehubel, where breathtaking views of the surrounding UNESCO mountain landscape await you. The descent leads via the Alp Alpschele and the Ueschinental valley back to Kandersteg.
The highlight: Allmenalp – First – Kandersteg (5h)
Halfway to Obere Allme, the hiking route branches off to the right in the direction of First. For a good two hours, the trail leads through the sheep pastures of the «Steintal» valley across open fields to the ridge and soon to the summit of the First, where you can enjoy spectacular, far-reaching views. Those who prefer a shorter option can descend via the same path back to the Allemnalp. The original route, however, leads further along the ridge and through flower meadows in the direction of Stand and Golitschen, where the trail branches off back to Kandersteg. Our tip: Look out for chamois, ibexes and golden eagles!
Circular route: Allmenalp – Bunderspitz – (Bunderchrinde) – Allmenalp (4.5h)
After crossing straight across the Allmenalp, the trail leads to the hiking summit of the Bunderspitz. The route from the gentle alpine pastures to the rocky summit takes a good two hours. The Bunderspitz is also a popular spot for ibexes and chamois, so keep your eyes peeled – although with these views, you’ll be doing that anyway. The descent leads either directly back to the Allmenalp or via a link around the Kleiner Lohner to the Bunderchrinde and back to the Allmenalp via the Alpschele ridge. There is even an alternative option to descend to Adelboden.
Availability
18 May to 20 October 2024
Allmenalp cable car operating times
daily, every 15 minutes
18 May to 21 June 2024, 08.30–17.00 hours
22 June to 18 August 2024, 08.00–18.00 hours
19 August to 20 October 2024, 08.30–17.00 hours
Subject to change without prior notice
Rates
Kandersteg-Allmenalp aerial cableway
- CHF 16.00 Adults, one-way
- CHF 22.00 Adults, return
- CHF 12.00 Concession*, one-way
- CHF 17.00 Concession*, return
- CHF 8.00 Children, one-way (aged 6 to 15.99)
- CHF 11.00 Children, return (aged 6 to 15.99)
- CHF 12.00 Groups**, one-way
- CHF 17.00 Groups**, return
* Half-Fare travelcard, guest card, local residents, shareholders
** For groups of 10 or more. With groups of 20 or more, one person travels free.
Junior travelcard and Children’s Co-travelcard are not valid.
Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration
MagicBlue-Pass Kandersteg
1 PASS, 2 LAKES, 3 CABLE CARS (Oeschinensee, Sunnbüel, Allmenalp)
Deep-blue Lake Oeschinen lying in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the hidden Arven lakes on Sunnbüel, and the inviting Allmenalp above its four waterfalls. With the MagicBlue pass you can enjoy excursions to the three natural stages in Kandersteg at a special price.
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