Off the beaten path

- Waterfalls, mountain streams and glaciers

Hiking to Obersteinberg and the option to discover the tranquil Oberhornsee

Tour details

Start: Stechelberg

Route: 11,1 km

Duration: 5:00 h

Ascent 870 hm

descent: 870 hm

highest point:1.778 m

lowest pointt: 908 m

Difficulty Rating: difficult

 

Discover the captivating beauty of the Lauterbrunnental on a scenic hike to Berghotel Obersteinberg, nestled within the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Bernese Oberland. We begin our adventure in Stechelberg and embark on winding trails, ascending past the majestic Schmadribachfall while uncovering traces of the region's fascinating mining history. Marvel at the panoramic views from Hotel Tschingelhorn before reaching your final destination.

The path becomes steeper as it meanders through the mountain forest, then opens up into beautiful alpine meadows. We'll soon reach the Berggasthaus Tschingelhorn, offering stunning panoramic views. Not far now to the Berghotel Obersteinberg, where the scenery is simply breathtaking. Expect waterfalls, mountain streams and glacier views!

 

Optional Hike to Oberhornsee

For an even more memorable experience, we can consider a 1-hour side-trip from Obersteinberg to the serene Oberhornsee glacier lake.