Experience
The Betelberg, Lenk's local mountain, is perfect for family skiing fun: easy , wide and clearly laid-out slopes offer plenty of space for those first turns in the snow, and on the Swisscom Ski Movie run, everyone can become a ski racer. But tobogganing fans will also find plenty to enjoy: on a
luge or a classic wooden sledge, you can whizz down 3 kilometres towards the Stoss midway station. The very youngest can take their first steps on skis there at the «Swiss Snow Kids Village» run by the Lenk Swiss Ski School on the magic carpet
– at weekends, the area is open to the public free of charge. Restaurants and bars right by the piste offer the necessary refreshments and a breather.
Family tickets available on Wednesdays and Saturdays for CHF 125, free parking at the valley stations.
www.lenk-bergbahnen.ch
Switzerland's longest fun slope is located on the Bühlberg: along the 800-metre-long run, dips, waves, steep turns, boxes with sound effects and other features await to be mastered.
Open during the mountain railway operating hours.
www.adelboden-lenk.ch/de/funslope
Anyone needing an afternoon's break from the hustle and bustle of skiing will find the perfect diversion at the ice rink in Lenk. Against a stunning backdrop, young and old alike can glide across the ice, perform pirouettes or play hockey.
Ice skates, ice hockey sticks and bobby seals (ice skating aids) can be hired on site.
www.tec-lenk.ch
Snowshoes are also a wonderful way to explore the Simmental on a sunny day: marked routes allow you to discover unspoilt winter landscapes on foot.
www.lenk-simmental.ch/tourenplaner
Enjoy
A splash around at the Wallbach water park on the Lenk river is the perfect way to round off a winter visit to the mountains. Here, Mum and Dad can relax on the bubble loungers whilst the children have fun on the 80-metre-long water slide
“Munichrine».
Family ticket for 1–2 adults and 1–2 children aged 6 and over with the Simmental Card (guest card) for CHF 33
www.wallbachbad.ch
For a special culinary experience, hop aboard (groups of six or more) the fondue carriage, which travels across the Lenk valley floor towards the Simmen Falls and back to the village or as far as the Hotel Simmenhof. Sightseeing
and regional delicacies – the ideal combination to kick off a cosy skiing weekend in Lenk.
Fondue (excl. drinks) per person for 52 CHF.
www.simmenhof.ch
The Stockhorn at the entrance to the Simmental is always worth a visit: with its viewing platform, it offers a fantastic view from the Bernese Oberland across the Mittelland and – on a clear day – as far as the Black Forest. Relax at your leisure or let off steam with games and fun
at the Igloo Village on Lake Hinterstocken: deckchairs and fondue in the sunshine, ice skating or playing hockey on the natural ice rink, or simply sliding down the slopes on a sledge.
18 November to 20 December 2020: Wednesday to Sunday every 30 minutes.
21 December 2020 to 28 February 2021: daily every 30 minutes.
www.stockhorn.ch
Accommodation
The 3-star Hotel Krone, right in the centre of Lenk, is the ideal place to stay for a family holiday with several generations: a cosy atmosphere pervades the whole hotel, and with a range of room categories available, there's something to suit everyone, from toddlers to grandma and grandad. The hotel's own restaurant serves
serves a varied menu featuring regional specialities.
Winter family deal for 2 adults and 1 child over 6 years old: three nights’ accommodation including breakfast from CHF 585
www.krone-lenk.ch
The more luxurious option for family-friendly accommodation is the 5-star Hotel Lenkerhof Gourmet Spa Resort. After a fantastic day on the slopes, the hotel's attractive wellness area invites you to unwind. Food lovers will be in their element in the evenings at the Spettacolo or Oh de Vie restaurants. Children can enjoy their dinner with their peers at the Kleiner Prinz children's restaurant. A bonus for anyone who doesn't like lugging around ski equipment
: the slopes run directly below the hotel.
Various categories. Junior Suite Mediterrane for 2 adults
and 1 child: one night's stay including breakfast from 660 CHF.
www.lenkerhof.ch
The family-friendly Hasenweide campsite at the foot of the Wildstrubel massif welcomes camping enthusiasts even in winter. Caravans and mobile homes can also be hired here. Caravan hire for 5 people in winter from 75 CHF per night.
www.camping-hasenweide.ch
Good to know
The resort of Lenk has been awarded the «Family Destination» seal of approval by the Swiss Tourism Federation for many years
and, together with partner businesses, tailors its
offering specifically to the needs
of families. www.lenk-simmental.ch/family-destination