W36 Lauenensee circular walk

The Gstaad holiday region is located in the southwest of Switzerland, directly at the border to the French-speaking part of the country. The region is conveniently reachable by train or car from the Thun Lake region, the Lake Geneva area, and the Gruyère region. Direct connections to the European high-speed train network and all international airports in Switzerland ensure a time-saving and pleasant arrival. Main means of transport in the Gstaad region are the "MOB" train (Montreux-Oberland Bernois) and numerous PostAuto bus lines.

Detailed arrival information can be found on the Arrival and Public Transport page at gstaad.ch.

Lauenen, Lauenensee (No bus in winter)

During the holiday season and on weekends, high passenger volume is to be expected. Groups of 10 or more people are therefore asked to make a reservation. (www.postauto.ch)

Gstaad Card: From the first overnight stay, public transport in the Gstaad holiday region and in the Lenk-Simmental region is free of charge. More information about the Gstaad Card can be found at: www.gstaad.ch/gstaadcard

Recommendation for arrival at Lauenensee:
On foot, by PostAuto bus, or by bike from the village of Lauenen
By car: parking lot with limited capacity. Once full, the road will be closed.
Parking rates:
up to 6 hours: CHF 15.00
up to 1 day (24h): CHF 25.00
Each additional day: CHF 7.00

Lauenensee parking lot - Lauenensee parking lot

Good footwear, snacks to savor during a break - why not a Fondue-Backpack?

• Nature reserve Gelten - Iffigen with Lauenensee
• Boat rental at the Lauenensee restaurant
• Pier for swimmers at the lake shore
• Various fire pits near the lakeshore