Ice skating on black ice is only possible under very specific conditions. For example, no snow may fall on the ice when the lake freezes. The year before last was the fourth year in a row that skating was allowed again. Before that, skating enthusiasts had to be patient for the duration of a dry spell of 19 long years because no black ice had formed on the surface of the lake. As soon as the mountain lake Oeschinensee is frozen over and the authorities release it, visitors can ice skate on black ice. It is a natural spectacle beyond compare. A true rarity. An unforgettable highlight. Guaranteed. The steep mountain slopes and the dreamy, snow-covered landscape all around make for an almost unreal, picturesque setting. Skating on this lake is something special and, above all, very rare. A phenomenal natural spectacle, a gift of nature. Ice skating lovers will certainly get their money's worth here. This much is certain, it will be an unforgettable experience.

The Berghotel Oeschinensee is only 400 metres from the frozen lake. Fine dining with spectacular views of the Unesco World Heritage Site. Regional, fresh and fast. At the mountain station there is the Bärgstübli restaurant. While ice skating is possible at Lake Oeschinen, the mountain hotel offers a stand with food, drinks, mulled wine, fried sausages and soup.