Oeschinensee is popular for its bright blue alpine lake surrounded by mountain peaks and spectacular hiking trails.

Before you get on the trail, we suggest a couple rides on their Instagram-famous summer toboggan, which is at the top of the Kandersteg cable car.

• Length: 750m

• Style: toboggan slide

• Requirements: age 3+, age 8+ can ride alone

• Cost: CHF 6/ride + gondola return ticket

• Open: early May to October

• Location: west of Interlaken, Bernese Oberland region - cable car at Öschistrasse 50, 3718 Kandersteg

• Website: www.oeschinensee.ch

You've probably see videos of this alpine slide on social media, often sped up and oversaturated for effect. The ride is fun and views beautiful, but it's not more special than other alpine slides in Switzerland.

Pro tip: Most summers, the price is discounted for rides before 11:30. So get up early!

See my post about visiting Oeschinensee.