Berner Oberland West

With its impressive panoramic views of the stunning glacier mountains of Balmhorn, Wildstrubel, and Wildhorn, the western Bernese Oberland is one of the most popular hiking regions in Switzerland. Even on easy trails, wonderful scenic destinations can be reached here. The Rother hiking guide "Berner Oberland West" presents 60 selected valley and high-altitude hikes around Gstaad, Lenk, Adelboden, Kandersteg, and Beatenberg.

Most of the hikes featured in the western Bernese Oberland are easy to moderately difficult, but there are also some alpine trails for ambitious hikers included in this guide. The extensive selection of day hikes is complemented by several beautiful multi-day hut-to-hut tours. Among these are magnificent multi-day circuits around the mountain massifs of Balmhorn, Wildstrubel, and Wildhorn.

Each hike includes a reliable route description, a hiking map with the marked trail, and an informative elevation profile. A clear tour information section provides all the necessary details regarding bus connections, dining, and accommodation options. GPS tracks are available for download. Almost all hikes are easily accessible by public transport.