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Snowshoe hiking in the region of Bern

Don’t want to miss out on hiking despite the snow and cold temperatures? So, let’s get going: put on some warm clothes, pack your backpack and grab your snowshoes. There are many wonderful snowshoe hikes in and around Bern, suitable for all levels. Winter wonderland feeling guaranteed.

The picture shows a group of snowshoe hikers trudging through a breathtaking winter landscape at dusk. The snow-covered mountains in the background and the colourful sky create a peaceful yet exciting atmosphere.
A single person walks with snowshoes across a glistening, snow-covered landscape. The snow-covered hills and deep forests stretch to the horizon under a bright blue sky. The atmosphere is peaceful and refreshing.
© Isabelle Hollenstein

Ober Altösch Trail near Trub

This snowshoe trail starts in the picturesque village of Trub which was named «Switzerland’s most beautiful village» by the magazine «Schweizer Illustrierte» in 2019. The trail starts at the old schoolhouse and leads past stately Emmental farmhouses and through the snow-covered Hüseren forest. All that physical exertion will probably make you hungry. The Alp Oberaltösch will take care of that. Here, you can dig into delicious Rösti, smoked sausages with potato salad or a classic «Chässchnitte» (bread with a melted cheese mix), and the jacuzzi will help you relax to the fullest and you’ll forget all about your tired legs (don’t forget to book in advance). After a final view of the Bernese Alps, you can start your descent to the Fankhusbach. As soon as you reach the stream, the path will lead you back to the starting point in Trub.

Slow down in the Emmental
The picture shows a group of snowshoe hikers trudging through a breathtaking winter landscape at dusk. The snow-covered mountains in the background and the colourful sky create a peaceful yet exciting atmosphere.
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Selibühl Panoramic Trail

This snowshoe trail is definitely worth the sweat: it starts opposite the Stierenhütte and ascends through the magical, snow-covered forests in the Nature Park Gantrisch. Once you reach the Selibühl, you can enjoy a wonderful 360-degree panoramic view. The view of the Gantrisch mountain range, the Jura and the snow-covered Alps is simply priceless. You can even spot lake Thun and the famous Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau if the visibility is good. To savour these fantastic views, we recommend you take a break at the Selibühl mountain inn on the way back. Our tip: this trail is perfect for snowshoe beginners.

Let your gaze wander
The picture shows a hiker walking through a snowy winter landscape with snow-covered trees and majestic mountains in the background. The clear blue sky and the radiant sun convey a feeling of freedom and grandeur.
© Naturpark Gantrisch

Obergurnigel Trail in the Nature Park Gantrisch

Only a short PostBus ride from Riggisberg, snowshoe enthusiasts can find true happiness in the Nature Park Gantrisch. Once you arrive at the Gurnigel Berghaus, you set off towards the fir forest and the Gurnigelberg alp. Accompanied by beautiful views and surrounded by beautifully quiet nature, you’ll quickly reach the highlight: the bench on the Obere Gurnigel. You can enjoy your picnic here and savour the magnificent view of the Gantrisch range, the Bernese Oberland and the Gürbe valley. Once you’ve got your energy back and filled your lungs with fresh air, it’s time to go return to the Gurnigel Berghaus and take the PostBus back to Riggisberg, your backpack filled with wonderful impressions.

Breathe in, breathe out

Even more snowshoe hikes in the region of Bern

Schwarzenbühl Panorama Trail (SwitzerlandMobility 112)

The snow-covered landscape around the Pfyffe and the Gägger offers ideal conditions for snowshoe walkers. The marked circular trail in the shape of a figure of eight can be followed in all directions.

Over the hilly landscape of the Oberaargau

Whether in winter or summer. This hike is a pleasure.

Snowshoe trail Fankhus - Napf - Luthern

Demanding, signposted snowshoe trail from Fankhaus via Grüebli and Napf to Luthern Bad in the canton of Lucerne. As an alternative, you can also hike from Grüebli via Niederänzi to Luthern Bad. Both routes are signposted throughout.

Snowshoe Trail Gantrischli

This snowshoe tour is pure nature: it leads through the Muscherntal valley past dense forests, over small bridges, thick logs and snow-covered stones. In view: the slopes of the Ättenberg and the summit of the Mära.

Kemmeriboden Snowshoe Trail

The Kemmeriboden circular trail is an easy snowshoe circular tour starting and finishing at the well-known Kemmeribodenbad. On the first part of the route, the trail climbs about 120 metres in altitude to the Kemmeri area. With fresh new snow and no existing tracks, you can get out of breath here. Just above Unterkemmeri, however, you are rewarded with a fantastic view.The subsequent descent through the powder snow down to the Emme at Schwand is great fun. From Schwand, you mostly follow the summer hiking trail back to Kemmeribodenbad. Don't miss out on a stop at the unique inn and the legendary Merängge.

Winter hike Schwarzenbühl-Ottenleue

When it's grey below and the sun is shining from the blue sky onto the blanket of snow above, the Gantrisch Nature Park is just right. The trail leads along the cross-country ski trail from Schwarzenbühl to Otteleue. From there, the trail can be followed to Sangernboden, or you can walk back to Schwarzenbühl.

Winter hike Guggisberg

This circular hike leads from Riffenmatt, the crossroads, around the Schwendelberg and through the legendary village of Guggisberg.

Riggisalp Trail (SwitzerlandMobility 285)

Although located in the foothills of the Alps, the Riggisalp snowshoe tour gives you the feeling that you are travelling in high alpine regions. This is because the tour is framed by the two mighty Schwarzsee-Haus mountains: Kaiseregg and Spitzfluh.

Lake Schwarzsee circular route (SwitzerlandMobility 787)

The winter hike along the Schwarzsee is a beautiful and easy circular route. You can forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life in a relaxed atmosphere.

Snowshoe trail Panorama trail

The summer classic is also rewarding in winter as a mostly unmarked trail. From the watershed, follow the panoramic trail signposts. The view of the peaks of the Gantrisch range changes constantly, as does the view to the right over the Mittelland and towards the Jura.

Das Bild fängt eine stimmungsvolle Winternatur ein, gesehen von einem rustikalen Holzbalkon des Sahlenweidli aus, der mit traditionellen Gegenständen geschmückt ist und zum Verweilen in der stillen Schönheit der verschneiten Bäume einlädt.

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