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From the Stockhorn via the Oberstockenalp to the Hinterstockensee

Erlenbach · Stockhorn · with the Berner Oberland Pass

The Stockhorn classic: from the summit above Lake Thun, with views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, down via the Oberstockenalp to the lake and the lift's middle station.

Free with the Berner Oberland Pass: Stockhornbahn Wander-Ticket: three sections by lift, one on foot. A family of 2 adults and 2 children saves 174 CHF on this trip.

Length
3.3 km
Ascent / descent
↑ 37 m · ↓ 581 m
Walking time
1 h 20 min
Altitude
1,595 m – 2,161 m
Route type
One way

Who for Older children · Experienced hikers

Elevation profile of the route. Hover to show the spot on the map.

Route description

  1. Take the Stockhornbahn from Erlenbach via Chrindi up to the Stockhorn. The summit is 7 minutes from the station along the Alpenblumen-Pfad.
  2. From the Stockhorn descend on path no. 2 across the Stockenfeld to the Oberstockenalp pasture and mountain inn, about 40 minutes. According to the Stockhornbahn this is the classic route, suitable for families too.
  3. From the Oberstockenalp continue on path no. 3 past the Hinterstockensee to the Chrindi middle station, about another 40 minutes.
  4. From Chrindi ride the lift back down to Erlenbach. 1:20 h of walking in total with almost 600 m of descent and only a short uphill stretch.

Good to know

For experienced hikers

Instead of path no. 2 you can take the Strüssligrat ridge (no. 4) from the summit. It is only for sure-footed hikers with a head for heights.

Knees

The route is almost entirely downhill. Poles help.

With the card

The Berner Oberland Pass covers lifts, trains, buses and boats in the region without limit.

Why “easy”

Blue trail: wide paths, gentle climbs.

Trip FAQ

Is the lift free with the Berner Oberland Pass?

Yes. Included with the Berner Oberland Pass: Stockhornbahn Wander-Ticket: three sections by lift, one on foot. Without the card it costs 58 CHF per adult and 29 CHF per child (children aged 6–15, younger free), so a family of 2 + 2 saves 174 CHF.

Who is this trip suitable for?

Older children, experienced hikers. Blue trail: wide paths, gentle climbs.

How long is the trip?

3.3 km, 37 m up and 581 m down, 1 h 20 min of walking. Route type: one way.

How do I get the Berner Oberland Pass?

A pass you buy for trains, buses, boats and 25+ cable cars across the Bernese Oberland. Children CHF 30 for the whole period. How to get the Berner Oberland Pass

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  • Walking 0:40 h
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Who for: With pushchair · Young children · Older children · Seniors

With the card you save (family of 2 + 2)132 CHF

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