Seealpsee
Seealpsee is a small, strikingly clear alpine lake tucked beneath the Alpstein's peaks, ringed by steep green slopes and reachable only on foot, which keeps it feeling considerably less commercialized than more accessible Swiss lake viewpoints. Its combination of still, reflective water and dramatic surrounding rock faces makes it one of the more photographed hiking destinations in eastern Switzerland.
It works well paired with Ebenalp and the Aescher guesthouse on the same outing — most visitors either hike down to the lake from Ebenalp or up to Ebenalp from the lake, making a satisfying loop out of what would otherwise be two separate stops.
Seealpsee FAQs
On foot only — either a roughly 45-minute walk up from Wasserauen village or about an hour down from Ebenalp via cable car and hike.
The route from Wasserauen is relatively gentle; the route via Ebenalp involves more elevation change but is still manageable for most fit hikers.
Yes, there's a mountain restaurant on the lake's shore with seasonal hours.
Some visitors do, though the water is cold given its alpine source — check local conditions and any posted restrictions.
Yes, most visitors hike between the two, making a satisfying loop out of what would otherwise be two separate stops.
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