Snow Trips in Bernese Oberland

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Heli Skiing Western Switzerland

Freeride Paradise in Switzerland’s Bernese Oberland

4,000 meter high peaks and sprawling freeride terrain. Welcome to Bernese Oberland in the Swiss Alps. The place is famous for alpine verticals, like the north face of Eiger, and huge glaciated areas and deep blue lakes. The region is a freerider’s paradise and home to one of the longest glaciers in the world. Best access is by helicopter via one of Switzerland’s premium heliski operators. If you love the freedom of backcountry and the thrill descending some of the world’s most challenging verticals, Bernese Oberland is the place for you.

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Meet your expert

Our Head of Sales travel is a true board rider. From starting out skating as a kid back home in the UK, to snowboarding in the European Alps and Canada, to chasing waves all across the globe, Mister Jenner has done it all. Now spending his time flipping between the mountains and the ocean, Martin is your go-to guy for Snow Travel and Maldives Surf Trips.

Be Aware

The Swiss Alps isn’t a place most will get to visit every year, so doing it right is crucial. And this can come down to your choice of operator, accommodation and guide. Don’t be left with any average heliski operator, lodging or backcountry guide. Contact LUEX for the best operators and accommodation options in Bernese Oberland.

What our customers say

"Combining a Swiss trip with some awesome powder was the best thing ever!"

Miriam
(Chalet Sophia - Davos)

"I loved every second of my season in Switzerland.. it's such an amazing place. The training and coaches were of a very high standard, and I feel like I learned more than I ever thought I would be capable of."

Benjamin
(Heliskiing Bernese Oberland)

"Heliskiing is so good in Switzerland and compared to other countries it's very cheap! Which doesn't make it less good than others! It's simply amazing"

Kathrine
(Heli Skiing Western Switzerland)

"Bernese Oberland was amazing. The view itself blows you away! All the beautiful mountains with this incredible snow just blew me away! Switzerland.. I will be back :)!"

Jane
(Air Glacier Heliski Switzerland)

Visit a Freerider's dream in Bernese Oberland

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The Bernese Oberland is a world-class terrain for ski and snowboard

Bernese Oberland is a blue-ribbon region of the Swiss Alps. It’s where jagged mountains reach the sky and snowy peaks top 4,000 meters. For visitors, this means major verticals and extreme descents. Skiers and snowboarders can have their pick of terrain in this varied landscape including open slopes, steeps, tree runs, cliffs and glaciers. One of the world’s longest glaciers lives here among world-renowned peaks like the north face of Eiger. A trip to this magical region will serve views of sparkling alpine lakes, magnificent mountains and breathtaking forests and valleys.

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Outstanding skiing and riding in spectacular landscapes

Bernese Oberland is the stuff of fairy tales. This incredible part of Switzerland is home to some of the most prominent peaks and picturesque mountain views in the world. Far below the snowy giants, you’ll find green valleys and deep blue lakes that come together to create an absolutely breathtaking view. On a ski trip in Bernese Oberland, you can enjoy spectacular landscapes to complement outstanding skiing and riding.

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The Swiss Alps experience

The Swiss region of the Alps has its own vibe. It’s a place where alpine legends were born, where quaint villages sit atop snowy peaks and skiing is a way of life. Bernese Oberland sits in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Unique to this region, the climate around the Lakes of Thun and Brienz is the mildest in the Swiss Alps. The views of valleys, forests, and lakes are a pleasure. Turning attention skyward, the mountain range is dotted with majestic peaks. Most will top 4,000 meters and all skiable off-piste terrain is consistent to Swiss Alps fables: it is not for the faint of heart. Challenge yourself and your riding ability by experiencing the Swiss Alps.

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You can ride epic backcountry on a snow trip to Bernese Oberland

LUEX offers a variety of backcountry trips in Bernese Oberland. Your gateway to epic off-piste riding is through a choice of guided backcountry trips, heli-ski trips, and ski touring. The backcountry is epic and often challenging. But even in this tough and unforgiving terrain, you can find comfort. Accompanying you are professionally trained and certified mountain guides whose job is ensuring your time is balanced between safety and thrill. From steep slopes to long descents, tree skiing, and cliff drops, backcountry in Bernese Oberland ticks the box for freeriding aficionados.

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