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Belle Époque Woche in Kandersteg, Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg
© Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg / Phil Wenger

Belle Epoque Week in Kandersteg

18 - 25 January 2026

Experience the Belle Epoque Week in Kandersteg. Step back into the years 1884 to 1914 for one week, with cultural, culinary and sporting activities.

You know when the Belle Époque has returned to Kandersteg. For one week, cars are suddenly replaced by horse-drawn carriages on the streets and people are wearing long, ruffled skirts, muffs and top hats. A splendid era is brought back to life in a winter setting, from the elegant afternoon tea directly to the sumptuous Belle Époque ball in Art Nouveau style, which is unparalleled in the region. Sports fans will also not be disappointed. Skiing and iceskating invite visitors and locals alike to try their skills – however, utilising authentic equipment from the olden days.

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Raise the curtain for food and more from the good old days

Kandersteg also delights visitors with its culinary creations from the olden days, such as bricelets made in a traditional wood-burning stove and other delicacies. The restaurants’ menus are inspired by dishes from the past. A stroll around Kandersteg is equally worthwhile. The façades are elaborately decorated and bring the era back to life. Even some of the shops present themselves in the style of the Belle Époque. The many top hats and other hats do not only serve as an item of clothing. A contest is dedicated to the indispensable accessory of this period.

Belle Époque Kandersteg

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Belle Époque Woche in Kandersteg, Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg
© Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg / Phil Wenger

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