Kandersteg

Just got back yesterday:

The village itself was quite clear of snow but there was a good couple of inches up the mountain - nice and crisp in the morning but softening up when the sun hit it.

The village was very quiet.

There was very little queuing for the lift and the ski school wasn't crowded. My novice/intermediate group started off with 8 but by day 5 had reduced to 3.

There isn't a great selection of runs but there were enough to keep me happy. We were able to ski right down to the cable car quite easily if you were prepared for the ice.

Can't comment on the apres as I wasn't there for that but the locals were very friendly and most welcoming.

Skis/boots and sticks could be left at the bottom of the hill or at the top quite safely.

Our rep said that occasionally people had the slope at Sunnbüel all to themselves.

Flew out from Southampton to Bern-Belp and had an hour's transfer to the village.

A very easy holiday.

Sounds like you had a very layed back holiday Hamish.


AJ Adele

Fantastic time was had by all, Adele - even the Mrs was out on the balcony sunning herself when not up the mountain for the views.

She even came away with those immortal words "I wonder if this skiing lark is for me?"

Better keep an eye on the bank account or she'll be booking up next year's.