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If you’ve ever scrolled through Switzerland travel photos, chances are you’ve stopped dead in your tracks at the sight of a crystal-clear, surreal neon-blue lake. That’s exactly how Lake Blausee ended up at the absolute top of my bucket list. The color looked so unusual and magical that I knew I had to see it with my own eyes.
Fast forward to our recent Swiss road trip, and skipping this hidden gem was simply out of the question. In this complete guide, I’ll show you exactly how to experience the magic of Blausee for yourself.
Where is Lake Blausee Located?
Blausee is one of the most popular lakes in the country and is located in a 20-hectare natural park, between the towns of Frutigen and Kandersteg in the Kander Valley, region of the Bern Canton.
This area is packed with jaw-dropping views, and you can discover everything to do nearby in my guide about Kandersteg and its mountain scenery.
Besides the lake, the park has hiking trails, picnic areas and a playground for children. The play area is on the right side of the lake, and behind it, there is the Kander River. At the park, there is also a hotel and spa, a restaurant, an organic trout hatchery and a souvenir shop.
The Legend of Blausee
Legend has it that a young woman used to come to the lake with her boyfriend, but after he died very suddenly, she was unable to cope with the loss, continuing to go there and after a while was found dead in the lake. They say the lake has this colour because of her tears… To honour this girl, Raphael Fuchs carved a statue and placed it in the lake near the bridge on the left side.
The lake is quite small, and it takes you about 30 minutes to walk around it (picture below). Maybe a little longer because of the hundreds of photos that you will want to take it. I think in total, in one hour you can see everything.
Blausee vs Oeschinensee: Which One to Choose?
Now, I’ll say something that may be a little controversial! If you are in this area, with limited time and ought to choose between Lake Blausee or Oeschinensee, have no doubt, go to the second.
Why? Well, in my opinion, although Blausee is very beautiful, Oeschinensee is gorgeous. There is no comparison! Yes, Blausee is more “photogenic” so to speak, but Oeschinensee takes your breath away. Also, Blausee is geared towards tourism, with surrounding sidewalks and a whole infrastructure for visitors. As the Oeschinensee is more “rustic”, more natural, I don’t know…
But bear in mind that to visit Oeschinensee, you will need at least 3-4 hours. You can check my full guide about Oeschinensee to find all the info you need to make the most of your visit there.
Although neither will disappoint you. After all, we are talking about Switzerland, right?
Ticket Prices:
Check the official Blausee visitor information for current opening hours, admission prices, age categories and what your ticket includes. Confirm boat availability for the day of your visit.
How to get there?
For train bookings, I usually use Trainline because it makes it easy to compare schedules and fares and manage the booking in one place.
If you are hiring a car, you can compare options through Discover Cars because it brings together providers in one place and makes it easier to find a car that suits the trip and budget.
How to Book Tours and Activities
If you prefer an organised excursion, check this Blausee day trip from Interlaken. Confirm the departure point, itinerary and what is included before booking.
So that’s it guys. Enjoy your holiday and tell me if you liked Blausee or liked it a lot.
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