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Welcome to the mountain paradise of Melchsee-Frutt, at 2,000 meters above sea level.
You can easily reach this car-free vacation destination by gondola from Stöckalp. At Melchsee-Frutt, you’ll find vast mountain landscapes, three stunning mountain lakes, and numerous biking and hiking trails for all skill levels. The Fruttli Trail, with its playgrounds and fire pits around Lake Melchsee, ensures plenty of fun for the kids.

In winter, the snow-sure high plateau transforms into a winter sports paradise. Whether skiing, sledding, cross-country skiing, or taking a winter walk—whether seeking adventure or relaxation—you’ll enjoy varied days in the snow on the Frutt.

Target group

  • Individual guests

  • Groups

  • School classes

  • Families

  • Children

  • Adults

Directions & Parking facilities

By car: From Zurich, take the A4 highway to Lucerne and continue towards Interlaken. At Hergiswil take the A8 towards Sarnen. At Sarnen Nord, take the exit to Kerns and continue to Stöckalp. Parking available directly at the valley station.

By train: From Lucerne or Interlaken take the Zentralbahn (zb) to Sarnen station. Then take the post bus to the terminus at Stöckalp

Accessibility / Location

  • In the mountains

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Contact person

Sportbahnen Melchsee-Frutt
Sarnerstrasse 1
6064 Kerns