Regional masterpieces

The spectacular bovine procession to reach the precious herbs and succulent grass of the high Alpine pastures is well worth the effort. Anyone who has tasted a local cheese up on the mountain where it is made, or at the Schmid Cheese Shop in the village, knows exactly why this delicious dairy product regularly wins prizes in competitions.

It really goes without saying that the water flowing from one of the highest altitude natural springs in Europe - here in the heart of the Swiss Alps - is absolutely first-rate. Filtered for many years by layers of Alpine rock, this precious commodity is enriched with minerals essential for healthy life. Of course, this is what makes it tastes so great too!

www.adelbodner.ch

It is the carefully selected herbs and precious fats from the Swiss marmot which make these authentic oils and ointments so nourishing for the skin. For hundreds of years, Alpine dwellers have sworn by the benefits of marmot products, which are still made according to practices passed down over the centuries.

www.puralpina.ch

The first Alpine sturgeon and caviar farm in Frutigen demonstrates a true pioneering spirit, with the fish thriving in naturally warm water from deep under the Lötschberg. The success of this project in terms of sustainability and suitability for the species can be seen in the firm but delicate flesh of the Siberian sturgeon and its much-prized roe.

www.tropenhaus-frutigen.ch

It's a win-win situation. On one side, there are the guests who enjoy local, organically-produced eggs in the shops, hotels and restaurants of Adelboden. On the other side, there are the 500 free-range hens who enjoy a spacious barn and plenty of room to wander about.

www.bioferien-adelboden.ch

Our popular high plateau is not just a geographical location but also reflects the high expectations of its regional summer products. To create the spicy mountain-chive pesto, powerful thyme & chilli oil, or mountain-thyme lemon salt, the Engstligenalp Mountain Hotel team are already busy in the springtime picking the fresh herbs which grow right here on our doorstep.

http://www.engstligenalp.ch/de/s/kreationen

A wooden sculpture is the perfect marriage of Adelboden nature and culture. This traditional wood carving workshop is popular not only because of its animal figures and Christmas nativity scenes, but also for commissioned orders for any occasion. Another bonus is that a visit to the workshop can be combined perfectly with a walk to the nearby and imposing Choleren Gorge.

http://www.trummerwoodcarving.com/

• Toni Germann – Meat products, Adelboden sausages etc.
• Scottish Highland Beef– Hari, Stiegelschwand
• Cheese in general: Mani’s Fondue, 'Hähnenmöösli' with wild mountain chives from Hahnenmoos
• Adelboden milk from German
• Nidletäfeli (caramel fudge) from Geilsbrüggli
• Salad sauce from Hohliebestübli
• Jams, chutneys, syrups and canned pickles from Alpenblick 
• Pear bread, nut cake and chocolate specialties from the bakery Michel
• Fruitcake, tempting chocolate creations, Erdbeeertörtchen, Riesenmeringues, Adelbodnerli and Vogellisi specialties from the bakery Haueter
• Bärg Bier

From the style and the leather to the straps and the linings, everything can be combined individually at design by ka!
Once you have designed your own dream bag, it is then made up lovingly by hand at the workshop in Adelboden.

designbyka.com