A weekend on the Lenk  

Experience

On the Betelberg trail in the footsteps of marmots: in the «Murmeli-Bau» – a walk-in cave on the Marmot Trail – visitors get to know these adorable mountain dwellers up close. You feel like a little marmot in the replica winter den, which uses various audio and lighting effects to create the perfect atmosphere – a lovely spot for playing and exploring all about these Alpine animals. On some weekends and during the school holidays, rangers are on hand to reveal a secret or two about the marmots.

Along the four-kilometre-long Lynx Trail, you can learn more about the behaviour and lifestyle of this big cat. The trail ends at the family-friendly Wallegg-Stube restaurant. There's another surprise in store during the summer of 2022: Flöckli the goat, familiar from the themed gondolas, will be out and about on the Lynx Trail.

Information about the trails: www.lenk-bergbahnen.ch > Lenker – Mountain Summer > Families. Price example: Family day ticket for 2 adults and 2 children: 80 CHF. GA and Half-Fare card holders now benefit from a 50% discount on single journeys; children with a Junior Card travel free of charge when accompanied by their parents. 

The Wallegg-Stube mountain restaurant also serves as a stop-off or starting point for the hike through the stunning Wallbach Gorge. Here, you can really appreciate the power of water as it carves its way through the rocks towards the valley. Down below, where the riverbed widens, there is a lovely fire pit with wood. There are also plenty of stones just waiting to be stacked into a cairn. A highlight for anyone who enjoys walking alongside the water.

Wallegg-Stube Restaurant with a playground: www.wallegg-stube.ch

You can simply relax and play at the 7,000-square-metre Alpkultur playground at Lenkerseeli. A variety of play equipment made from natural materials invites you to play, climb and have fun, including a climbing mikado, a barefoot path, a suspension bridge and a zip line.

Or how about a ride across the playground on the lovingly maintained Strubeli train? In the playground's central area, there are also tables and benches with parasols right next to the barbecue pits. Wood for barbecuing is available all year round. The kiosk in the playground sells snacks, hot and cold drinks, and has toilets.

The Alphüttli and the Arena (gravel area) on the playground can be hired for private events for a full or half day. For more information: www.lenk-simmental.ch/alpkultur-spielplatz

Enjoy

Swimming and wellness with stunning views: that's what you'll find at the Wallbach water park in Lenk. Whilst older children enjoy the popular 80-metre-long «Munichrine» slide or climb on the Aqua Track module in the outdoor pool, parents can relax on the bubble loungers with the sun on their faces or swim a few peaceful lengths in the sun-warmed 50-metre pool. Younger children can splash about and enjoy the water in the indoor or outdoor children's pools, complete with a slide and plenty of other toys.

Price example for a family of three (2 adults, 1 child / 1 adult, 2 children): CHF 32 or CHF 26 with the Simmental Card; each additional child CHF 8 or CHF 6. Reduced prices apply if only the outdoor pool is used. Information: www.erlebnisbadlenk.ch

Accommodation

The village, situated at the beautiful head of the Simmental valley, offers a wide range of holiday apartments. For adventurers, the family-friendly Hasenweide campsite at the foot of the Simmen Falls or the Wildhornhütte SAC hut offer attractive accommodation options. At the «Family Destination» partner hotels – Hotel Krone, Hotel Simmenhof and Lenkerhof Gourmet Spa Resort – there is an oasis for every family budget, offering a break from everyday life where you can pamper yourself and unwind.

Information and bookings: www.lenk-simmental.ch > Accommodation, dining & more