Hiking & nature

Excursion destination Blausee Lake

Visiting mystical Blausee Lake

In the middle of paradise lies an incomparable nature park with a small blue lake. The Blausee lake, a very special pearl in the Bernese Oberland with imposing nature, excellent restaurant, organic trout farm and romantic walks.

Despite its small size, Blausee Lake is one of the best-known mountain lakes in Switzerland. The lake is located in a 20-hectare wooded nature park with walking paths, campfire spots and picnic areas. The water in the lake is crystal clear because it comes from underground sources. Tree trunks and boulders that extend as much as 12 metres down into the lake appear to be only just under the surface.

According to legend, the lake’s blue colour comes from the blue eyes of a young maiden who walked into the lake because she was grieving the death of her beloved. Ever since then, the lake has remained blue in memory of the sad and unlucky maiden. A sculpture made by the artist Raffael Fuchs in 1998 lies in the lake and pays tribute to the legend and the maiden.

Travel comfortably by train to Frutigen, and from there take bus no. 230 to the «Blausee BE» stop.

Purchase online Buy your entry tickets to the Blausee Nature Park online
Timetable & tickets Plan your journey with public transport and buy tickets
Gatronomic offers In the Blausee Nature Park, regional products can also be tasted

The Nature Park Blausee

The surounding area of the Blausee has a lot in store: A mystic nature park, with walkways, fireplaces, picknick areas and a playground for the kids. A visit to the Blausee café or discovering the lake from a glass-bottomed boat - all in a unique setting.

The offer at a glance

Park area

20 ha of park area (traffic free)
big parking lot (200m walkway to the Blausee)
boat trip on the lake with a glass-bottom boat (summer only)
romantic walkways
picknick areas with fireplaces and firewood
playground for kids
shop with trout products and gift items
only our trouts are allowed to swim in the Blausee
Fishing at Blausee is forbidden

Restaurants

Well looked after restaurant (GaultMillau 13 points evening menu)
Café (directly on the lake)
Waterhouse (spring - autumn, only in good weather)

Hotel

21 individual hotelrooms with a total of 39 beds
The hotel is classified as a three star unique hotel

Spa

Sauna, sanarium, steam grotto, whirlpool, and bathtub garden

Alpine trout farm

Free visit of the alpine trout farm (Bio Suisse)

Diving (November to March)

The bucket list highlight for every diver. You can find more information here.

Path of 1,000 lights

Immerse yourself in a winter fairy tale

From 7 November 2024, to Sunday, 5 January 2025, from Wednesday to Sunday, 1,000 lights illuminate the lantern trail through the nature park. The path is accessible from 16.00 to 21.00 hours.

Let yourself be enchanted by countless lanterns and many other beautiful light elements. The trail begins at the Blausee Shop, leads through the mystical Blausee Nature Park, past moss-covered boulders and gnarled trees, up to the llamas at Sommerau, and ends at the Bistro Wasserhaus. There, you can enjoy mulled wine, raclette, and other delights to round off your visit.

From 17.00 to 20.00 hours, you also have the opportunity to dip candles.

Important information:

Despite grooming, slippery sections may occur.
We recommend sturdy footwear with treaded soles.
Dogs must always be kept on a leash.
The path is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs.
In windy or stormy weather, the light trail will remain unlit.

Opening times Today (Sunday) open

The Blausee Lake nature park is open all year round from 09.00 to 21.00 hours.

Subject to change without prior notice

Gastronomic experience

In the Blue Lake Nature Park you can not only admire a mystical place, but also eat well and taste regional products.

Opening hours restaurant

The opening hours of the restaurant Blausee vary.
Blausee Nature Park and Café Blausee are open daily.

Reservation recommended

Sunday Brunch in winter

Every Sunday from November to March, you can enjoy a sumptuous brunch buffet at Blausee Lake, with many delicacies from the valley and the organic fish farm, along with home-made Blausee cuisine. Reservation required.

Opening hours

Every Sunday, 5 November 2023 to 17 March 2024
From 09.00 to 14.00 hours

CHF 49.00 Adults
CHF 21.00 Children aged 6-12
Free of charge Children up to the age of 5

Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration

Spa & Dine

Combine relaxation in the spa of the Blausee Hotel with an aperitif by the fireplace and a delicious 3-course menu in the award-winning restaurant. Reservation required.