DESTINATION GUIDE ALLWelcome YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR A GREAT HOLIDAY SUMMER 2019 | ENGLISH Welcome to the destination -Lenk-

More light, more space, more air. With every mile you travel in the direction of the , it becomes more obvious what a huge difference the mountain summer makes. But this is only the beginning of your journey. Our destination is full of changes and contrasts – the mountain passes between the three valleys, the divide between natural and cultural landscapes, and people on the move or simply relaxing. For this reason, we have designed the latest Destination Guide to help you on your way. This com- pact brochure details everything going on here and shows you exactly where it’s brighter, wider and fresher.

02 Highlights 41 Children and Families 04 Top Summer Events 42 Worth Visiting 06 Good to Know 44 Wellness Returning home 10 Cable Cars 48 Gastronomy 12 Hiking Paradise 58 Regional Excursions 26 Summer Sports 60 How to get here 33 Indoor Activities 62 Contents A – Z 36 Adventure 2 HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS 3 Highlights

«ALPAUFZUG» ENGSTLIGENALP CHAMBER MUSIC Watch as 500 cattle climb the steep and Young musicians and well-known rocky path up to Engstligenalp at the end ensembles gather in Adelboden for the of June. Swiss Chamber Music Festival.

HIKING PARADISE GOLFMOUNTAIN With 300 km (nearly 200 miles) of hiking Europe’s highest-altitude 18-hole pop-up paths and countless lookout points, golf course on Engstligenalp (September the region is beautiful wherever you and October) plus pure indulgence in the look. raclettehut.

TROTTILAND SKI REGION (DOWNHILL SCOOTER TRAILS) Adelboden-Lenk … dänk! with its 210 km 7 trails, 45 km (28 miles): Endless (130 miles) of ski pistes is one of the top descents on two wheels between Silleren, ski regions in . Hahnenmoos and Adelboden village.

WATER CASTLE FIS SKI WORLD CUP The Engstlige Falls, 600 m (approx. Each year, the FIS Ski World Cup attracts 2000 ft) from top to bottom, are the over 40,000 fans to Adelboden. second highest in Switzerland.

TROPENHAUS FONDUE IGLOO An exotic world of tropical plants and Flickering candles, romance, a unique a sturgeon farm for the production of atmosphere, delicious cheese fondue caviar. in an igloo, the largest snow igloo restaurant in Europe. 4 SUMMER EVENTS SUMMER EVENTS 5 Top Summer Events

7 June 2019 21 July 2019 ALLOCATION OF ALPINE GRAZING VOGELLISI MOUNTAIN RUN RIGHTS (BÄRGRÄCHNIG) Countless spectators line the epic route A day for haggling and feasting. Before the to cheer ambitious runners as they climb start of the Alpine summer, farmers get to- 800 vertical metres on their way up to gether at the Spring Market in Adelboden Silleren. to finalise cattle grazing rights. 14 – 16 June 2019 28 July 2019 CLASSIC CAR DAYS VINTAGE CAR RALLY AND SUITCASE A sprightly annual event in the veteran car MARKET calendar. Admire legendary automobiles Retro is all the rage – on this Sunday the as they make their way majestically bet- streets of Adelboden will buzz to the sound ween Adelboden, Frutigen and Kandersteg. of treasured classic cars and well-filled treasure chests. End of June 2019 10 August 2019 «ALPAUFZUG» ENGSTLIGENALP 4TH WORLD CUP MUSIC FESTIVAL 500 cattle and their herdsmen undertake The summer sound of formations from the spectacular 600 m climb up to the various ski world cup venues gathering in Engstligenalp plateau at the end of June. A Adelboden once again for a musical spectacle to join in with, admire and enjoy. show-down.

5 – 6 July 2019 23 August – 8 September 2019 VOGELLISI FESTIVAL «BERRIES À LA CARTE» The echo of the valley. This popular series Tasting, strolling, dining. During this of concerts at the foot of Engstligenalp gastronomic week of indulgence, the features live performances by musicians humble berry in all its forms characterises with a variety of backgrounds and styles. the programme for the entire destination.

20 July 2019 13 – 22 September 2019 STREET ARTISTS FESTIVAL SWISS CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL All of Adelboden’s a stage. Comedy, Prize-winners from the Orpheus Compe- artistry and music create a circus tition and international ensembles guaran- atmosphere at this unique spectacle taking tee a unique atmosphere at the old-Gothic place along a car-free Dorfstrasse in the church in the centre of the village. heart of Adelboden. All events can be found at www.adelboden.ch/eventkalender 6 GOOD TO KNOW GOOD TO KNOW 7 Good to Know

The Tourist Destination to pay this tax in return for a Parking at cable lifts Public showers TALK AG reaches from Kiental guest card which entitles you (Bergbahnen Adelboden AG) Freizeit- und Sportarena, and Kandersteg to Adelboden, to attractive discounts where At Parking Fuhrenweidli (P1) CHF 5.– per person on request Frutigen and Lenk. indicated. You will receive this daily charges of CHF 5.– apply +41 (0)33 673 17 77 card directly from your during the regular opening TOURIST CENTER accomodation. hours of the cable lifts Waste disposal Adelboden ADELBODEN (8am–5pm). General waste must be de- Help desk, hotel room Car park Adelboden No overnight parking permitted. posited in official, tax-paid bookings, apartments and Free use of the covered car refuse sacks. For more details packages, sale of hiking park during the first hour. More Banks, ATM / Cashpoints and information about passes, maps. details about parking charges Berner Kantonalbank BEKB recycling: are provided at www.3715.ch/ Dorfstrasse 31, Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 82 10 Dorfstrasse 23 Parkhaus Adelboden or at www.3715.ch 3715 Adelboden Adelboden Tourist Center Spar- u. Leihkasse Frutigen AG Dorfstrasse 30, Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 80 80 +41 (0)33 673 10 68 Thrift shop Adelboden www.adelboden.ch [email protected]. Raiffeisenbank Frutigland Tuesday, Friday and Saturday [email protected] Landstrasse 6b, Adelboden 2pm–4.30pm Municipal car parks Post Adelboden +41 (0)79 867 37 25 Info TV Adelboden Dorfstrasse 6, Adelboden www.frauenvereinadelboden.ch Useful information about Locations: Nursing home, Adelboden around the clock. Freizeit- und Sportarena, Money exchange The channel can be found on Schönbühl, Schmittengraben, Monday-Friday at all banks the Adelboden local cable Marktplatz, Friedhof, Gilbach, in Adelboden. network on Channel 990 Boden-Wendeplatz. A leaflet Saturday morning at the (this can vary according to the with prices is available from Post Adelboden. receiver). Adelboden Tourist Center.

Guest Card By paying the compulsory resort tax, you help us to provide a wide range of guest facilities. All overnight guests to Adelboden are required 8 GOOD TO KNOW GOOD TO KNOW 9

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS DOCTORS Emergency medical services 144 Local emergency medical service +41 (0)33 671 11 11 Local emergency medical service +41 (0)33 671 11 11 Hospital Frutigen +41 (0)33 672 26 26 REGA (flying ambulance) 1414 Dr. med. Walter Bleisch, Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 13 48 Air-Glaciers 1415 Dr. med. Reto König, Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 26 26 Police 117 Pharmacy Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 13 75 Fire brigade 118

DENTISTS Adelboden Tourist Center +41 (0)33 673 80 80 Dr. med. dent. Tobias Pflug, +41 (0)33 673 08 08 Adelboden Police station Adelboden +41 (0)33 356 85 21

VETERINARY AFA Bus Company Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 74 74 Veterinary group practice +41 (0)33 671 30 00 Railway station Frutigen +41 (0)58 327 39 39 Lindenmatte AG

AFA Taxi, Adelboden +41 (0)75 415 15 15 Dr. med. vet. Andrea Feist +41 (0)33 671 15 60 ABC-Funk-Taxi Bergmann, Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 28 48 Advance reservation essential Lost and Found Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 80 80

TIP INSPIRATION IN CO-WORKING At Dorfstrasse 23 in Adelboden, we have temporary, modern workplaces in a central location. Why not combine a working day with a terrific view? 10 CABLE CARS CABLE CARS 11 Cable Cars

ELSIGEN-METSCH (Frutigen) STAND-XPRESS Metsch (Lenk) 8 June to 20 October 2019 4 July to 11 August 2019 Thursday–Sunday 9am–5pm June, September, October 2019 daily 9am–5pm 19 September to 13 October 2019 Thursday–Sunday 9am–5pm July, August 2019 daily 8.30am–5pm Elsigenalpbahnen AG +41 (0)33 671 33 33 BETELBERG (Lenk) www.elsigen-metsch.ch 8 June to 20 October 2019 daily 8.30am–5pm Lenk Bergbahnen +41 (0)33 736 30 30 ENGSTLIGENALP (Adelboden) www.lenk-bergbahnen.ch 8 June to 27 October 2019 daily 8.30am–5.10pm / 4.50pm* *last ascent OESCHINENSEE (Kandersteg) Bergbahnen Engstligenalp AG +41 (0)33 673 32 70 11 May to 14 June 2019 daily 9am–4.50pm* / 5pm** www.engstligenalp.ch 15 June to 15 September 2019 daily 8am–5.50pm* / 6pm** 16 September to 20 October 2019 daily 9am–4.50pm* / 5pm** TSCHENTENALP (Adelboden) * last ascent ** last descent 30 May to 20 October 2019 daily 9am–5pm Gondelbahn Kandersteg Oeschinensee AG +41 (0)33 675 11 18 26 / 27 October to 14 / 15 December 2019 www.oeschinensee.ch | www.ticket.oeschinensee.ch (only on weekend) 10am–4pm Tschentenbahnen AG +41 (0)33 673 11 06 SUNNBÜEL (Kandersteg) www.tschentenalp.ch 30 May to 28 June 2019 daily 8.30am–5pm / 4.30pm* 29 June to 15 September 2019 daily 8am–6pm / 5.30pm* SILLEREN (Adelboden) 16 September to 27 October 2019 daily 8.30am–5.30pm / 5pm* 8 June to 20 October 2019 Monday–Saturday 9am–5pm* *last ascent Sunday 8am–5pm* Luftseilbahn Sunnbüel +41 (0)33 675 81 41 * last ascent Oey to Bergläger/Sillerenbühl at 4.30pm www.sunnbuel.ch

HAHNENMOOS (Adelboden) ALLMENALP (Kandersteg) 8 June to 20 Oktober 2019 daily 9am–4.50pm 18 May to 14 June 2019 daily 8.30am–5pm BERGLÄGER–HÖCHST (Adelboden) 15 June to 18 August 2019 daily 8am–6pm 8 June to 20 October 2019 Saturday 9.20am–4.45pm 19 August to 8 September 2019 daily 8.30am–6pm Sunday 8.20am–4.45pm 9 September to 20 October 2019 daily 8.30am–5pm Bergbahnen Adelboden AG +41 (0)33 673 90 90 Luftseilbahn Kandersteg-Allmenalp AG +41 (0)33 675 16 90 www.adelboden-silleren.ch www.allmenalp.ch 12 HIKING PARADISE 13 Hiking Paradise

The Adelboden are a stage – so curtain up! Of course, with HIKING TIPS Bergläger–Bütschi– this panorama around you, no one is staying in their seats. Here Hahnenmoos the observer plays the leading role when exploring the mountains Hörnliweg This simple mountain hike on foot. The performance – featuring chamois, jackdaws and The gentle climb, simple two- takes you through pine forests, marmots - ranges from the awe-inspiring teeth of Tschingelloch- hour route, timeless farm- across Alpine meadows and houses, and a south-facing past shepherds’ huts to tighorn to the energetic roar of Choleren Gorge. Entry to this slope make this circular trail Bütschi, the home of the Oberland performance? Simply show your hiking pass on local close to the village extremely legendary Vogellisi. After two buses or mountain lifts. attractive. But the real high- hours, the horizon finally opens light has to be the two lookout up at the top of the pass bet- points at Hörnli and Tauben- ween Adelboden and Lenk. fels. Here the view sweeps out from the mountains Adelboden–Scherm- across the whole Engstligen tanne–TschentenAlp Valley. Cool forest air, aromatic Alpine herbs and sun-drenched look- Floral Trail (Blumenweg) out points make this walk Alpine roses, spring gentian, above the village of Adelboden or mountain violets? If the an experience for all the imposing panorama were not senses. In less than three reward enough, this gentle, hours, you reach the crest of one-hour, elevated trail bet- the «Mountain of Views», which ween the cable car stations on at 1950 m (6400 ft) above sea Silleren and Hahnenmoos level affords uninterrupted promises the visitor an views across the valley end. abundance of Alpine flora.

TIP SUNRISE FROM BUNDERSPITZ Active early-risers with headlamps are rewarded after a two-hour climb from Bunderalp.Gaze Feast for the eyes in awe as Lohner’s neighbour provides an unforgettable morning panorama. 14 HIKING PARADISE HIKING PARADISE 15

HIKING PASS

Boden–Unter dem Birg– Detailed information about Waterfall every hike/walk can be found *Reduced rate *Reduced Children *Reduced rate *Reduced Adults/ Seniors This traffic-free walking path in the «Hiking» brochure or the No. Days price Full Adults price Full Children (6–15) really goes against the flow: topographical Hikers’ Map 2 75 42 60 33 The 90 minute walk takes you (Scale 1:25 000) 3 102 59 80 45 out from the picturesque vil- (available in the tourist office). lage upstream along the path 4 127 72 100 58 of the mountain brook to the 5 150 83 118 67 foot of Engstligenalp where 6 166 94 132 74 the foaming waters cascade powerfully before your eyes 7 179 101 142 78 and ears. 14 227 128 179 99 * Seniors from 64/65 years, families, groups.

The Hiking Pass is valid as follows: TschentenAlp, Elsigen-Metsch, Bus Achseten Kirche-Elsigbach (on advance notification, 033 671 33 33), Engstligenalp, Silleren-Hahnenmoos, Höchst, Bus Adelboden-Gilbach-Geils, Stand-Xpress, Oeschinensee, Allmenalp, S P I E G E L L O S Sunnbüel and local bus Kandersteg, during the regular opening N E U D E F I N I E R T times. Bus Adelboden–Frutigen–Kandersteg return from 11 May to 27 October 2019, valid from 8am to 4.50pm (official departure time at the bus stop). Local bus services Adelboden valid with the local pass / guest card Adelboden.

CABLE CARS INCLUDED Most hotels and some holiday apartments are now offering complementary passes giving unlimited travel on the mountain transport facilities and bus Adelboden-Frutigen-Kandersteg (excl. local buses Adelboden). See the list at www.adelboden.ch or ask when making a reservation. 16 HIKING PARADISE ELSIGENALP Doldenhorn, 3643 m Balmhorn, 3698 m Altels, 3629 m , 3448 m 17 Tierhörnli, 2894 m , 3146 m / Grossstrubel, 3243 m Mittlerer Gipfel, 3244 m Wildstrubel, 3244 m

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*Reduced rate *Reduced Children 113 *Reduced rate *Reduced Adults/ Seniors Full price Full Adults price Full Children (6–15) 112 112 111 108 109 88 110 95 42 23 34 18 99 110 127 93 88 109 94 Stand-Xpress * Seniors from 64/65 years, families, groups. 113 111 102 102 123 122 93 113 98 98 105 116 115 112 127 95 The day pass is valid as follows: TschentenAlp, Elsigen-Metsch, 109 104 94 94 102 88 Engstligenalp, Silleren-Hahnenmoos, Höchst, Bus Adelboden- 113 93 112 112 117 111 105 108 88 123 109 106 88 Gilbach-Geils and Stand-Xpress, during the regular opening times. 124 122 110 95 99 110 127 93 88 109 102a Local bus services Adelboden is no longer included in the Adel- Stand-Xpress 94a 94 98 102 102 98 boden day card. New the guest card / local pass are valid. 123 93 94 122 98 98 105 C1 116 115 95

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126 Blüemlisalphorn Doldenhorn Balmhorn Altels Weisse Frau 3663 20 KANDERSTEG 3638 3699 3629 21 3608 Morgenhorn Rinderhorn Steghorn Wildstrubel Fründenhorn 3453 2942 3146 3244 Wilde Frau 3623 Oeschinenhorn 3369 3274 3486 Lötschental Blüemlisalp Roter Totz Tiefhörnli Rothorn Lötschenpass Walliser Alpen 2840 2894 2690 Tschingellochtighorn 2735 Äuss. Fisistock Gemmipass Chindbettipass 2314 Lämmerenhütte SAC Tällisee Rote Kumme Spitzer Stein Inn. Fisistock Tatelishorn Daubensee Schwarzgrätli Hohtürli Fründenhütte SAC 2778 2562 Schwarenbach Blüemlisalphütte SAC Gällihorn 2284 Jegertosse 2155 Arvenseeli Üschenengrat Adelboden Sunnbüel Spittelmatte 1920 Fisialp Gasterntal Doldenhornhütte SAC Kiental 1915 Gurnigel Üschenen Kl. Lohner Dündenhorn Felsenpfad 2587 2862

Klettergarten Klus J Alpschelengrat Freeride Trail Lötschbergtunnel Zallershorn Brig-Milano 2743 Oeschinensee Oberbärgli Biberg Bire 1578 2502 Unterbärgli Läger Heuberg Obere Allme Oeschinen 2017 1682 Untere Allme Allmenalp Oeschiwald 1725 First 2549 Klettersteig/Via Ferrata 1200

Autoverlad Nordic Arena

Untere Giesenen 1668 Blausee Thun Frutigen Höh Kiental Golitschen Golitschenpass Elsigenalp 2194

Wanderwege / Walks Tourist Office Rudern Rastplatz, Feuerstelle Vita-Parcours Bahnhof Tennis Pfadfinderzentrum Bergrestaurant Rowing Barbecue area Fitness course Train station Scout center Bergwege / Mountain walks Museum Camping Minigolf Gleitschirm Curling Fischen Sommerrodelbahn Bergrestaurant mit Übernachtung Mountainbike-Routen Start- und Landeplatz Fishing Summer sleigh run Paragliding Alpine Routen Schwimmbad Kinderspielplatz Arzt Eislauf Skisprungschanzen Indoor-Kletterwand Aussichtspunkt Swimming Pool Children's playground Doctor Ice skating Ski jumping Indoor climbing wall 22 HIKING SUMMER 23 Hiking Summer

The yellow globe-flower blooms here. This is the stony Gsürweg path. Local Alpine cheese is made there. Whenever we give the Monday mountain world a name, it becomes tangible, alive and unforget- ADELBODEN GUIDED TOURS table. But it’s the seasoned locals who know these names best. 17 June– 7 October 2019 Historical backgrounds, handed-down On themed hikes, these experts literally open your eyes to a di- customs and Alpine politics: A guided versity that would otherwise remain undiscovered by the edge of tour through Adelboden each Monday the path. Dive deeply into the world of Oberland nature and cul- gives guests an intimate look behind the ture on a guided tour around Adelboden. scenes of village. The tour concludes with an aperitif at the Adel­ boden Tourist Center.

Daily on request VISIT TO AN ALPINE CHEESE- MAKER PLUS ALPINE BREAKFAST from the end of June to the end of August 2019 Enjoy a hearty breakfast on Engstligen- alp and watch close up how Adelboden mountain farmers make their milk products. Daily from the end of June to the end of August on request (transport arrangements not included in price).

HIKES BY MOONLIGHT 15 June / 14 July / 13 August / 12 September 2019 The silvery moon and nocturnal landscape lend a sense of magic to this particular hike. From Taubenfels, the lights of Adelboden guide walkers to their destination. Discovery 24 HIKING SUMMER 25

Wednesday YODEL WORKSHOP 3 July – 7 August and 25 September – 9 October 2019 This is what tradition sounds like: At a workshop or company event, individuals or groups are taught the art and joy of this original song form.

MOUNTAIN HIKE dates on request It goes without saying that local people know the very best places to take a hike. For the most fascinating routes and best views, it makes sense to let our walking guides show you around the mountain world.

All information concerning meeting points, conditions, walking times and prices can be obtained from Adelboden Tourist Center. 26 SUMMER SPORTS 27 Summer Sports

Contrary to gravity, the mountain peaks once fought their way SWIMMING 30 May to 1st September 2019, into the sky. Today, active visitors can make it easier for themsel- Monday 10am–7pm, Tuesday– ves by racing down the valley by motorless scooter (Trottinett) or Panorama swimming pool Friday 9am–7pm, Saturday and up again by e-bike. It is also practical that outdoor activities in Gruebi Adelboden Sunday 10am–7pm. +41 (0)33 672 50 50 Adelboden complement those available closer to the village. The- 50 m pool, children’s pool, www.sportzentrum-frutigen.ch re are places for boulder climbing and swimming in the moun- 3 m diving platform, play­ tains, but also close to your chalet. The same applies to ball ground, games field with Indoor swimming pool sports, which can also be enjoyed just as much above the tree line beach volleyball, table tennis, Frutigen as in the heart of the village. restaurant. 25 m pool, multi-purpose pool, children’s fun pool with 22 June to 8 September 2019, a small slide, whirl pool and daily from 9am-6pm (in good relaxation room. weather up to 7pm) Monday 2pm–9pm, Tuesday Entry adults CHF 5.–, 9am–9pm, Wednesday children from 7 CHF 2.–, 6am–9pm, Thursday and Friday children to 7 are free. 9am–9pm, Saturday and Entry free with guest card and Sunday 10am–6pm. local pass. Entry adults CHF 12.50, +41 (0)79 663 83 14 children CHF 7.– +41 (0)33 672 50 50 Open-air swimming pool www.sportzentrum-frutigen.ch Frutigen Heated 25 m swimming pool with 1 m diving board, fun pool, water slide for children, sandpit, beach volleyball, artificial turf, table tennis, table football. Passion 28 SUMMER SPORTS SUMMER SPORTS 29

TROTTILAND (DOWNHILL «Mammoth» boulder course BIKE / E-BIKE BikEmotion Adelboden SCOOTER TRAILS) at Engstligenalp (only e-bike renting) 45 km (28 miles) of marked Eight different assault courses, Bike tours Event-Treff Adelboden paths with varied steepness. moderate to challenging. Büschlen Bikesport & more Dorfstrasse 22, Adelboden Details available in the Also suitable for families. Schlegelistrasse 1+3, +41 (0)33 673 21 51 separate flyer. Equipment hire available at Adelboden Engstligenalp Mountain Hotel. +41 (0)33 673 24 60 Carriage of bikes Day pass/Trotti hire CHF 18.–, +41 (0)33 673 32 70 Day pass Silleren-Hahnenmoos various combi-offers (cable car, www.engstligenalp.ch BikEmotion Adelboden CHF 10.–, single ascent restaurant, available. (only e-bike tours) CHF 5.– per bike Bergbahnen Adelboden AG Indoor climbing Event-Treff Adelboden Local bus Adelboden-Geils +41 (0)33 673 90 90 See page 33. Dorfstrasse 22, Adelboden CHF 3.– per bike www.adelboden-silleren.ch +41 (0)33 673 21 51 Cable car Elsigenalp and Climbing courses TschentenAlp no additional CLIMBING See page 37. Various route guides and links charge to GPS tracks can be found at Local buses same cost as a Chäligang Climbing Route NORDIC WALKING www.adelboden.ch/bike passenger Unter dem Birg-Engstligenalp. Difficulty K2, duration 3 hours, Guided tours in Adelboden Bike hire altitude difference 560 m / Gaby Zumbach, Adelboden Büschlen Bikesport & more 1837 ft. +41 (0)78 719 94 41 Schlegelistrasse 1+3, Equipment hire available at Adelboden base station. +41 (0)33 673 24 60 +41 (0)33 673 32 70 www.engstligenalp.ch Garage Inniger Bodenstrasse 1, Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 22 60

TIP BOCCIA Whether you take boccia seriously or just enjoy a relaxed family game, you can play this all-age alternative to bowls behind the Adelboden Tourist Center. 30 SUMMER SPORTS SUMMER SPORTS 31

BIKE TIPS Ski World Cup slope has an at- OFF-ROAD SEGWAY TOURS Minigolf traction all of its own. Discover the unique Segway 18 diverse holes at the Sillerenbühl–Troneggrat Length: 10 km (6 miles) | driving experience as you glide Frutigresort Frutigen. Straightforward tour which is Altitude difference: 476 m silently through Adelboden’s From April to August both exciting and diverse, (1561 ft) areas of natural beauty. 10am–9pm offering a breathtaking Adults CHF 6.–, panorama from Gsür across to Alp Metsch Event-Treff Adelboden children CHF 3.–. and Wildstrubel up This straightforward tour is Dorfstrasse 22, Adelboden +41 (0)33 62 60 60 to Lohner. Recommended from mostly on asphalt or natural +41 (0)33 673 21 51 www.frutigresort.ch Monday to Friday. Length: roads and particularly suitable 25.5 km (16 miles) | Altitude for beginners to the sport. GOLF difference: 1204 m (3950 ft) The scenery is diverse and the route enjoyable. GolfMountain Adelboden–TschentenAlp Length: 31.5 km (19 miles) | The highest-altitude 18-hole From Ausserschwand up to Altitude difference: 1026 m pop-up golf course in Europe Bütschegga, via Mösere up to (3366 ft) combining wilderness and TschentenAlp (1950 m / 6365 ft). elegance. Between There then follows a thrilling TENNIS 7 September and 27 October descent to Schärmtanne (not 2019, the Engstligenalp is recommended for the Adelboden perfect for lovers of the natural inexperienced mountain biker). Two Swiss courts and two sand world and also for golf pros. Length: 18 km (11 miles) | courts next to the parking +41 (0)33 673 03 07 Altitude difference: 829 m garage. www.golfmountain.ch (2719 ft) Court hire per hour from CHF 18.–. World Cup Tour Adelboden Tourist Center Discover the FIS Skiing World +41 (0)33 673 80 80 Cup race course by bike. Tennis coaching Even in summer the legendary www.tennis-adelboden.ch

TIP ADRENALINE HIGH AT THE ADVENTURE PARK High-flyers have truly earned their BBQ at Rossweidli – pendulum swings and long zip wires at great heights really give you an appetite. 32 INDOOR ACTIVITIES 33 Indoor Activities

LEISURE AND SPORTS Ice Hockey ARENA ADELBODEN During public ice skating sessions, a section of the ice +41 (0)33 673 17 77 rink will be reserved for ice www.arena-adelboden.ch hockey practice. Sticks can be hired at the ticket desk at the Ten-pin bowling Leisure and Sports Arena. Until 7 July 2019, Friday–Saturday 3pm–10pm, Ice skating school Adelboden Sunday 3pm–6pm www.ecadelboden.ch From 8 July 2019, Monday–Saturday 3pm–10pm, Climbing / Bouldering Sunday 3pm–6pm Until 7 July 2019, Friday–Saturday 3pm–10pm, Price CHF 40.– per lane Sunday 3pm–6pm and hour From 8 July 2019, Family Day (Sunday) CHF 35.– Monday–Saturday 3pm–10pm, per lane and hour Sunday 3pm–6pm Shoe hire CHF 2.50 Adults from CHF 14.–, children Ice skating for the general from CHF 8.–. public Equipment hire at the ticket From 20 July 2019, please desk. consult the current weekly schedule!

Prices: Adults from CHF 7.–, children from CHF 4.– Skates can be hired at the ticket desk at the Leisure and Sports Arena. 34 INDOOR ACTIVITIES INDOOR-AKTIVITÄTEN 35

Curling For groups outside normal From 6 July 2018 hours also available. Advance Advance reservation essential reservation essential. +41 (0)33 673 17 77 All prices and offers at www.arena-adelboden.ch Rink hire charges from CHF 60.–/hour Indoor swimming pool Frutigen Ideas for groups and See page 27. companies: – Fun indoor Olympics Fitness studio Beau-Site – Social ice hockey Daily from 9am–9pm – Social curling with instructor +41 (0)33 673 82 82 – Social ice stick curling www.hotelbeausite.ch – Ten-pin bowling

TIP Taster curling sessions Monday and Friday at 5pm. Reservations accepted until 5pm the previous day on +41 (0)33 673 17 77, from CHF 25.– per person (from 4 persons). 36 ADVENTURE 37 Adventure

ALPINE SCHOOL ADELBODEN Alpine Tours, Summit Tours, Glacier Tours Adventure Park Adelboden – Fründenhorn 3369 m 30 May 2019 (Ascension Day) (11053 ft) 1 June–27 October 2019, – Blüemlisalp 3663 m Saturday and Sunday, (12017 ft) 1.30pm–5pm –Wildstrubel 3243 m Additional 10 July–21 August (10640 ft) and 25 Sept.–16 October 2019, – Balmhorn 3698m (12132 ft) every Wednesday, 1.30pm–5pm – Lohner Westgrat 3048 m 17 July – 18 August 2019, (10000 ft) Wednesday to Sunday, – Gsür 2708 m (8884 ft) 1.30pm–5pm – Lohnerweg with Mittaghorn 2678 m (8786 ft) New with 2 cable cars over – Tschingellochtighorn 2735 m 320 meters (8973 ft) – Mönch 4111 m (13488 ft) Climbing Activities – Jungfrau 4158 m (13642 ft) – Summer climbing school – Eiger 3970 m (13025 ft) (Monday / Tuesday) – Mönch and Jungfrau – Abseiling at Choleren Gorge – Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau – Climbing routes with guide (Chäligang and Kandersteg) – Boulder climbing on Engstligenalp – Rock climbing courses (weekends)

TIP GRUEBI OPEN-AIR SWIMMING POOL A much-loved part of Adelboden’s history now complete with 50m pool and diving tower. Reopen- ing on Saturday 22 June, the newly renovated pool can be enjoyed in all its former glory. 38 ADVENTURE 39

Other activities Tandem paragliding – Canyoning TschentenAlp–Adelboden – Personal mountain guide for Mäggisseren–Frutigen your own tour from CHF 170.– +41 (0)79 630 98 93 Activities for companies, www.cloud-7.ch clubs, groups – Adventure Park +41 (0)33 654 45 30 – Adventure Park with www.kropf-fly.ch barbecue – Climbing, fixed rope route +41 (0)78 652 77 32 – Abseiling [email protected] +41 (0)79 363 19 62 www.alpinschule-adelboden.ch Sightseeing flights Various tours depart from MOUNTAIN TOURS Flugplatz Reichenbach. FRUTIGLAND +41 (0)33 676 23 43 – Summit tours www.fluggruppe-reichenbach.ch – Glacier tours – Canyoning +41 (0)79 312 92 66 or +41 (0)79 314 61 00 www.berg-touren.ch

TIP COOL DOWN IN THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH How about a refreshing dip in front of waterfalls, water mills and polished rocks? Head to Choleren Gorge and cool off in front of an impressive backdrop. 40 CHILDREN AND FAMILIES 41 Children and Families

Globi on Engstligenalp Picnic and campfire sites Float in the Globi cable car, Adelboden past the roaring waterfall, up to Bergläger, Gurtnermatte (Dorf), Engstligenalp. Once there, Horn and Rossweidli (Stiegel- Globi says hello to walkers and schwand), Unter dem Birg nature lovers. The child-friend- ly creature offers local speciali- Horse drawn carriage ties, reports about life in the Saturday and Sunday Alps, helps to look after the Reservation essential animals and searches for his +41 (0)79 345 61 70 friend. Also included are model [email protected] ship building and a picnic in the straw. Library Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 32 70 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday www.engstligenalp.ch 3.30pm–5.30pm, Friday 6pm–8pm, Playgrounds Adelboden Saturday 10am–12 noon Gurtnermatte, Adler Adel- +41 (0)33 673 14 19 boden, Berghaus Bärtschi, www.bibliothekadelboden. Berghotel Hahnenmoospass, jimdo.com Bergrestaurant Sillerenbühl, TschentenAlp, Restaurant Toy library Adelboden Bergbach, Schermtanne, Monday, Tuesday and Wildstrubel Lodge, Hotel Hari Thursday 3.30pm–5.30pm, Friday 6pm–8pm +41 (0)78 652 30 01 www.ludothekadelboden.ch 42 WORTH VISITING WORTH VISITING 43 Worth Visiting

Cholerenschlucht Alpine Garden Tropenhaus Frutigen Local archive Adelboden Solid steps and bridges in the Around 500 varieties of flowers The Tropical Hothouse in Fruti- Open on the first Saturday of rock connect this 100 m long and herbs, over 400 of them gen is an attractive destination each month as well as on formation. Imposing waterfalls marked, and all at 1500 m / and plays a prominent role in 7 June and 3 October 2019 and countless water mills are 4921 ft above sea level. In the using renewable energy in the from 10am–4pm. only some of the attractions to Höreli Alpine Garden, the Alps. Sturgeon and their eggs www.dorfarchivadelboden.ch be seen on this visit. Another diversity of Adelboden’s flora is (caviar) are cultivated in an not-to-be missed attraction is in full bloom. Of course, these aquaculture and exotic fruit is Wood carving studio Pochtenkessel, a natural Alpine plants are especially grown in the tropical gardens. Trummer geological rock funnel at the beautiful from June to +41 (0)33 672 11 44 Tuesday–Friday 8am–12 noon point where the Engstligen and September, but a visit at any www.tropenhaus-frutigen.ch and 1pm–6pm, the Otterebach rivers flow other time is also worth the Saturday 10.30am–12 noon together. effort. Local museum Adelboden and 1pm–4pm 5 June to 9 October 2019, +41 (0)33 673 43 06 Engstlige Falls Hostalde Suspension every Wednesday 2pm–5pm www.trummerwoodcarving.ch From the high plateau of Bridge Prices from CHF 4.–, Holzschnitzerei Trummer, Engstligenalp, the waters For walkers with a good head group rates CHF 100.– Blattiweg 11, Adelboden cascade 600 m (1968 ft) into the for heights, the riverside path Hanspeter Oester, valley below. This second hig- from Rohrbach to Frutigen has +41 (0)79 685 41 86 Cinema Rex Adelboden hest waterfall anywhere in a special adventure in store. The current cinema program- Switzerland is a natural High above the ground, this is Local church Adelboden me is shown on the bill pos- spectacle in a class of its own the longest pedestrian suspen- Built in 1433, the old wedding tings at the Ciné Rex, at the and has been subject to a sion bridge in Europe. But the chair, the four bells and the Tourist Center, on Info TV cantonal protection order since Brücken-Beizli (restaurant), Giacometti windows are all well Adelboden or online. 1948. Whether on a circular various natural playgrounds worth seeing. Open daily +41 (0)33 673 18 05 trail, mountain tour or climbing and the alluvial protection are 9am–4pm. www.cine-rex.ch route, from a bus or cable car also good reasons to take a cabin, this majestic natural break on your journey along the wonder is waiting to be Engstlige River. Hänge- discovered. brügg-Beizli is closed on Mondays. 44 WELLNESS 45 Wellness

Where could be better to find your life balance than in the middle Bellevue Parkhotel & Spa, Spa of the Bernese Oberland? Where would you rather be than in an Adelboden Daily, 2pm–9.30pm, only on authentic, welcoming setting? Adelboden’s various spas offer a Indoor pool 16 × 8 m (29°C), request seamless continuation of nature and the energetic Alpine spirit. outdoor salt water pool (34°C), No surprise then that numerous wellness facilities include both Himalayan salt sauna (70°C), Indoor & Outdoor bio sauna (60°C), Finnish sauna panorama pool indoor and outdoor sections with magnificent views. And of cour- (85–90°C), eucalyptus steam Daily, 10.30am–9.30pm, se, those seeking pure relaxation will also find we are competent bath (48°C), floral steam bath only on request and innovative hosts, ensuring that a zest for life flows back into (40°C), fitness and cardio-vas- +41 (0)33 673 41 41 you. cular training area, relaxation www.adleradelboden.ch pavilions (total area 1700 m²). Beauty and massage treat- The Cambrian Design- ments available on request. Hotel & Spa, Adelboden Indoor and outdoor pool, Indoor pool + fitness area cardio-oriented fitness area, Daily, 7.30am–1.30pm and Finnish sauna, steam bath, 6.30pm–9pm multi-sensory showers, Kneipp pool, relaxation area. Beauty Day spa and massage treatments Daily, 1pm–7pm. Friday and available on request. Saturday just to 7.30 pm Spa Bathe & Dine and Brunch & Daily, on request, Bathe package on request. from 8am–9pm +41 (0)33 673 80 00 www.bellevue-parkhotel.ch Sauna Daily, on request, Adler Adelboden from 10am–8.30pm Spa with whirlpools (37°C), +41 (0)33 673 83 83 sauna, salt steam bath, herbal www.thecambrianadelboden. steam bath, aroma showers, com Tecaldarium, ice grotto, solari- um, rest area. Poultices and Relaxation massages. 46 WELLNESS 47

Boutique Chalet-Hotel SAUNA Beau-Site, Adelboden Familienhotel Alpina Sauna area with Finnish sauna, +41 (0)33 673 75 75 infra-red sauna, sanarium, steam bath, rest area, outdoor COSMETIC TREATMENTS section and fitness studio. Bellevue Parkhotel & Spa +41 (0)33 673 80 00 Daily, 6pm–9pm +41 (0)33 673 22 22 The Cambrian Design- www.hotelbeausite.ch Hotel & Spa +41 (0)33 673 83 83 Hotel Bristol, Adelboden Coiffure-Beauté Vreni, Bio sauna, Finnish sauna, Adelboden steam bath, whirlpools, +41 (0)33 673 21 38 adventure showers, solarium, rest area, massages. PEDICURE Allenbach Heidi, Adelboden Daily, on request +41 (0)79 858 99 52 11am–approx. 9pm +41 (0)33 673 14 81 Pieren Susanne, Adelboden www.bristol-adelboden.com +41 (0)33 673 44 30

Hotel Waldhaus-Huldi, MASSAGE AND THERAPY Adelboden Christine Schranz, Sauna, steam bath and Adelboden relaxation area. Dipl. Wellnessmasseurin +41 (0)33 673 32 52 Daily, on request, +41 (0)79 358 92 59 from 11am–9pm Rebekka Spiess, Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 85 00 Dorn- and APM-Therapeutin www.waldhaushuldi.ch +41 (0)78 870 00 50 48 GASTRONOMY 49 Gastronomy

«The trip is well worth it from a culinary point of view», «an all- GOURMET RESTAURANTS Dine Around round, successful performance» and «extremely friendly as al- Guests with half-board ways» – Adelboden’s fine-dining restaurants don’t need to hide Restaurant Alpenblick accommodation staying at any the feedback they receive from Gault Millau critics. In addition to «Stuba», Adelboden «Swiss Hotel Association» the leading restaurants, the Engstlige Valley also has numerous 16 Gault-Millau points establishment in Adelboden +41 (0)33 673 27 73 have the option of dining at other eateries serving delicious, wholesome food. With cheese www.alpenblick-adelboden.ch another participating hotel on specialities or hearty dishes prepared on the charcoal barbecue, Tuesday, Thursday or Sunday they depict the rustic side of Adelboden from an equally mouth- Restaurant Hohliebe-Stübli, evenings. watering side. Adelboden 14 Gault-Millau points +41 (0)33 673 10 69 www.hohliebestuebli.ch

Restaurant «belle vue», Adelboden 14 Gault-Millau points Restaurant closed? +41 (0)33 673 80 00 An up-to-date list of which www.bellevue-parkhotel.ch restaurants are closed on which days of the week can be Brasserie 3715, obtained from Adelboden Adelboden Tourist Centre (for Adelboden 14 Gault-Millau points businesses) or online at +41 (0)33 673 88 88 www.adelboden.ch/wirtesonn- www.brasserie3715.ch tagsliste Enjoyment 50 GASTRONOMY GASTRONOMY 51

ESTABLISHMENT DISTRICT WEB PHONE +41 (0) Restaurant Café Hotel | B & Mountain restaurant Nightlife | Bar gastronomy Creative Award-winning fine-dining food Excellent dishes regional Swiss | cuisineItalian cuisine French Asian cuisine cuisine International Hearty, home-style dishes Fondue Raclette Grill Snacks, meals, small patisserie WiFi hours Restricted opening Adelboden Pizzeria Dorf/Adelboden www.pizzeria-adelboden.ch 033 673 03 56 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Adler Dorf www.adleradelboden.ch 033 673 41 41 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Aebi Aebi www.restaurant-aebi.ch 033 673 13 56 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ▲ Alfredo Dorf www.ristorante-alfredo.ch 033 673 19 40 ■ ■ ■ Alpenblick «Bistro» Dorf www.alpenblick-adelboden.ch 033 673 27 73 ■ ■ ■ ■ Alpenblick «Stuba» Dorf www.alpenblick-adelboden.ch 033 673 27 73 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Alpengruss Dorf www.hausalpengruss.ch 033 673 34 83 ■ ■ Alpina Boden www.alpina-adelboden.ch 033 673 75 75 ■ ■ ■ ■ Alte Taverne Dorf www.alte-taverne.ch 033 673 25 00 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Arena Bowling Mühleport www.arena-adelboden.ch 033 673 17 77 ■ ■ ■ Arena Restaurant Mühleport www.arena-adelboden.ch 033 673 17 77 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Axe-Bar Dorf www.thecambrianadelboden.com 033 673 83 83 ■ ■ ■ Bären Dorf www.baeren-adelboden.ch 033 673 21 51 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Bärtschi Engstligenalp www.berghausbaertschi.ch 033 673 13 73 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Beau-Site Dorf www.hotelbeausite.ch 033 673 82 82 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Bellevue Dorf www.bellevue-parkhotel.ch 033 673 80 00 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Bergbach Unter dem Birg 033 673 32 00 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Bernabar Dorf www.bernahof.ch 033 673 14 31 ■ Bernahof Dorf www.bernahof.ch 033 673 14 31 ■ ■ Bodehüttli Boden www.bodehuettli-adelboden.ch 033 673 37 00 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Bonderstübli Bonderalp 079 631 29 65 ■ ■ ▲ 52 GASTRONOMY GASTRONOMY 53

ESTABLISHMENT DISTRICT WEB PHONE +41 (0) Restaurant Café Hotel | B & Mountain restaurant Nightlife | Bar gastronomy Creative Award-winning fine-dining food Excellent dishes regional Swiss | cuisineItalian cuisine French Asian cuisine cuisine International Hearty, home-style dishes Fondue Raclette Grill Snacks, meals, small patisserie WiFi hours Restricted opening Bonderalp Bonderalp 033 673 17 16 ■ ■ ▲ Brasserie 3715 Dorf www.brasserie3715.ch 033 673 88 88 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Bristol Dorf www.bristol-adelboden.ch 033 673 14 81 ■ ■ ■ ■ Bühlberg Lenk www.buehlberg.ch 033 733 15 60 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Burn Living Dorf www.burnliving.ch 079 472 27 07 ■ ■ ■ Bütschi Bütschi 079 673 86 30 ■ ■ ▲ Café Haueter Dorf www.haueter-adelboden.ch 033 673 12 34 ■ ■ ■ Chuenisbärgli Chuenisbärgli www.chuenisbaergli.ch 079 746 55 45 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ▲ Crea Ausserschwand 033 673 70 70 ■ ■ Crystal Schlegeli 033 673 92 92 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Des Alpes Gilbach www.desalpes-adelboden.ch 033 673 12 24 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Elsigbach Elsigbach www.gasthaus-elsigbach.ch 033 671 13 45 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Elsigenalp Elsigenalp www.berghaus-elsigenalp.ch 033 671 10 26 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Engstligenalp Engstligenalp www.engstligenalp.ch 033 673 22 91 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Geilsbrüggli Geils www.geilsbrueggli.ch 033 673 21 71 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Hahnenmoospass Hahnenmoos www.hahnenmoos.ch 033 673 21 41 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Hängebrücke-Beizli Hostalde/Frutigen 033 671 15 83 ■ ■ ■ Hari im Schlegeli Schlegeli www.hotelhari.ch 033 673 60 60 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Höchst Höchst/Frutigen www.gasthaus-hoechst.ch 033 671 44 25 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Hohliebestübli Hohliebe www.hohliebestuebli.ch 033 673 10 69 ■ ■ ■ ■ 54 GASTRONOMY GASTRONOMY 55

ESTABLISHMENT DISTRICT WEB PHONEN +41 (0) Restaurant Café Hotel | B & Mountain restaurant Nightlife | Bar gastronomy Creative Award-winning fine-dining food Excellent dishes regional Swiss | cuisineItalian cuisine French Asian cuisine cuisine International Hearty, home-style dishes Fondue Raclette Grill Snacks, meals, small patisserie WiFi hours Restricted opening Kiosk Treff Dorf www.eventtreff.ch 033 673 45 89 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Kreuz Dorf www.kreuz-adelboden.ch 033 673 21 21 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Laueli Alp Laueli, Adelboden www.rastplatz-laueli.ch 079 735 09 41 ■ ■ ■ ■ ▲ Raclettehütte Engstligenalp www.raclettehuette.ch 033 673 03 07 ■ ■ ■ ■ ▲ Ruedy-Hus Margeli www.ruedy-hus.ch 033 673 33 22 ■ ■ Schermtanne Stiegelschwand www.schermtanne.ch 033 673 10 51 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Schmittestübli Dorf 033 673 33 40 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Sillerenbühl Sillerenbühl www.sillerenbuehl.ch 033 673 38 40 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Standhütte Metsch/Lenk www.huettenzauber.ch 033 736 30 00 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ▲ Steinbock Unter dem Birg www.steinbock-adelboden.ch 033 673 05 93 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Steinmattli/AlpenChic Dorf www.hotel-steinmattli.ch 033 673 39 39 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Tea Room Schmid Dorf www.tearoom-schmid-adelboden.ch 033 673 19 51 ■ ■ ■ The Cambrian Dorf www.thecambrianadelboden.com 033 673 83 83 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Time Out Pub Dorf www.timeoutpub.ch 033 673 20 00 ■ ■ ■ Trinkbar Dorf www.trinkbar.be 033 673 22 27 ■ ■ ■ TschentenAlp TschentenAlp www.tschentenalp.ch 033 673 16 53 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Vogellisi Mountain Bar Dorf www.eventtreff.ch 079 339 45 89 ■ ■ ■ Waldhaus-Huldi Dorf www.waldhaushuldi.ch 033 673 85 00 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Weltcup Bar & Lounge Dorf 078 682 12 43 ■ ■ ■ Wildstrubel Lodge Boden www.wlodge.ch 033 673 21 07 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 56 57

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+41 (0)33 673 8888 Dorfstrasse 15 [email protected] CH-3715 Adelboden www.brasserie3715.ch 58 REGIONAL EXCURSIONS REGIONAL EXCURSIONS 59

Regional Excursions 4 ST. BEATUS-HÖHLEN (ST. BEATUS CAVES) A magical world of geographical formations with large caves, gorges and waterfalls. www.beatushoehlen.ch

ADELBODEN 5 FREILICHTMUSEUM BALLEN- 9 BERG (OPEN-AIR MUSEUM) Bern Almost 100 original, centuries- old buildings from every region of 1 Switzerland, demonstrations, NIESEN 250 local farm animals. Cable car with 1642 m vertical www.ballenberg.ch distance! Spectacular view, restaurant, various hiking 6 trails. SCHILTHORN www.niesen.ch 5 Piz Gloria near Mürren with the most 9 spectacular panorama: Eiger, Mönch Thun Brienz 2 and Jungfrau. 8 7 www.schilthorn.ch OESCHINENSEE 8 (LAKE OESCHINEN) A wild and romantic mountain Spiez 7 4 9 lake with summer tobogganing 8 7 BOAT TRIPS and various hiking trails. 1 Interlaken on the Lakes of Thun and Brienz www.oeschinensee.ch Reichenbach www.bls.ch/Schifffahrt Kiental 3 Frutigen 8 BLS SOUTH RAMP 6 CASTLES Four stops along the BLS Lötsch- www.schloss-spiez.ch Lenk Schilthorn berg railway line offer great walking www.schlossthun.ch Lauterbrunnen www.schlossoberhofen.ch opportunities. 2 www.bls.ch/suedrampe ADELBODEN 9 Kandersteg CITIES Bern, Switzerland’s political capital 3 www.berne.ch Thun, pleasant old town www.thun.ch Interlaken, famous view to the mountain peaks www.interlaken.ch 60 HOW TO GET HERE 61

By car By train and bus from the North and West: from the North and West: Motorway A1 via Bern, then take via Bern–Frutigen (Bern– the A6 to Spiez and follow the main Frutigen: direct connections with road to Frutigen–Adelboden. the Lötschberger railway). From Frutigen by bus to Adelboden. from the South: via Domodossola–Iselle–Simplon– from the South: Brig–Goppenstein, then car- via Domodossola–Iselle–Sim- by-train service Lötschberg plon– Frutigen (Brig–Frutigen: (Goppenstein–Kandersteg). From direct connections with the Kandersteg follow the main road to Lötschberger railway). From Frutigen–Adelboden. Frutigen by bus to Adelboden.

DEUTSCHLAND

Basel

FRANCE 1h Zürich

Bern 1¼ h

1½ h 1h Frutigen

ADELBODEN Genève

ITALIA 62 CONTENTS A–Z CONTENTS A–Z 63

Contents A–Z

Adventure Park 37 Leisure and Sports Arena Adelboden 33 Alpine Garden 42 Libraries 41 Alpine School Adelboden 37 Local archive Adelboden 43 Alpine tours, Summit tours 37, 38 Local church Adelboden 43 Bike / E-Bike 29 Local museum Adelboden 43 Bouldering 28, 37 Nordic Walking 28 Cable cars 10 Parking 6 Campfire sites 41 Paragliding 38 Cash change, ATM/cash point, money exchange 7 Playgrounds 41 Children & Families 41 Regional Excursions 58 Choleren gorge 42 Sightseeing flights 38 Cinema Rex 43 Swimming 27 Climbing 28, 33, 37 Segway 31 Curling 34 Taxi 8 Doctors 9 Tennis 30 Engstlige Falls 42 Ten-pin bowling 33 Toy library 41 Thrift shop 7 Gastronomy 49 offices 6 Golf 31 Tropenhaus Frutigen 43 Guest Card 6 Trottiland 28 Gyms 34 Waste disposal 7 Hiking Pass 15 Wellness, cosmetic treatments 45, 46 Hiking summer 22 Wood carving studio Trummer 43 Hiking tips 13 Worth Visiting 42 Hostalden suspension bridge 42 Horses 41 Ice skating 33 Important phone numbers 8 Indoor swimming pool Frutigen 27 Info TV 6 64 PUBLICATION DETAILS

Information and prices Images All indicated prices and TALK AG WHAT WE OFFER information are subject to Bergbahnen Adelboden AG change without prior notice. Bergbahnen Engstligenalp 7.30 am – 10.00 am Freizeit- und Sportarena Publisher Bellevue Parkhotel & Spa Lavish breakfast buffet Tourist Center Adelboden Anja Zurbrügg Remo Neuhaus CHF 25.00 Editorial Team Tropenhaus Frutigen Beatrice Schärz Larissa Huggler Circulation 11.30 am – 1.30 pm Benjamin Haltmeier 5000 copies à la carte menu

Concept, Design *** TALK (Tourismus Adelboden- Lenk-Kandersteg) AG Three-course set menu CHF 19.90 Egger AG, Print und Dialog, 3714 Frutigen 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm Print à la carte menu Egger AG, Print und Dialog, 3714 Frutigen *** Evening specials vary between set menus and a buffet selection at CHF 55.00 per person Wednesday: Fondue Chinoise (meat)

Enjoy multiple visits to all our buffets! Dine here on your birthday and the evening special is on us (ID required). TALK (Tourismus Adelboden- Lenk-Kandersteg) AG

Tourist Center Adelboden Dorfstrasse 23 CH-3715 Adelboden Tel. +41 (0)33 673 80 80 [email protected] www.adelboden.ch