Travelling to KISC

How to get to us

 

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High up in the mountains, Kandersteg can be found in the Jungfrau-Aletsch region of the Swiss Alps, about 65km from Bern, or a 1 hour train journey away.

You can reach us by plane, train, car or coach. The local bus from the station is free if you wear your Scout scarf. If you’re walking from the station, we’re about 20 minutes away at the end of the valley on the northern side of the Lötschberg tunnel.

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Travelling to KISC

About Kandersteg

A traditional Alpine village in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Surrounded by stunning mountains, epic waterfalls and beautiful nature, Kandersteg is a tranquil paradise with lots of shops and services to make your stay more comfortable.

In the village, there are restaurants, hotels, grocery stores, a doctor's practice, banks, cash machines, a Catholic and Protestant Church and a garage. The village also has its own outdoor swimming pool, indoor rock climbing centre, Scout museum, Ski jump, mountain tubing centre, and Via Ferrata.

Travelling options

Getting to KISC easy & fast

Walk
Duration
20 - 30 minutes
Route:  show on map

From the Kandersteg train station you can either walk to the Centre following the blue KISC hiking signs (natural path - not suitable for suitcases with wheels) or the main road (20-30 minutes walk).  

Due to the renovation works to the Lötschberg tunnel, there is an increase in road traffic on the main road so we recommend that you follow the natural path or take the bus.

Duration
20 - 30 minutes
Route:  show on map

Local Bus
Duration
5 minutes
Price
Free with scout necker

Another option to get directly to the Centre is by taking the local bus which is free if you wear a scout neckerchief or with a tourist pass. These passes can be picked up at Reception. In busy summer and winter weeks, the bus departs from the train station every hour. Check the local bus schedule here. The bus stops right outside the Centre. The stop is called Pfadizentrum which is German for Scout Center.

 
Duration
5 minutes
Price
Free with scout necker

Luggage transport
Price
CHF 30 per one run

To make your journey easier, if the Pinkies have capacity we can also provide a pick-up or drop-off of your luggage to and from the train station in Kandersteg. This service can be requested year around but there are not many slots available in the summer. This service operates during office hours (08:00 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 18:00). The luggage transport costs CHF 30.00 per run and needs to be booked in advance. We can transport your luggage and one member of your group to help us load and unload the luggage. Any additional people need to either walk or take the bus. Request luggage transport by contacting us.

Price
CHF 30 per one run

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