Goat Herding at Steessiboden
An afternoon with the goats in front of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
The Ziegensenntum Steessiboden is a small goat farm with about 70 goats and two herders, who spend the summer on an alp high above Grindelwald. Together, they are responsible for the production of approximately one ton of excellent goat cheese during 90 to 100 days.
What to bring: Hiking shoes, rain protection, drinks, and a snack.
Dates for 2026 will be announced later.
Individual departure, no later than 1.50 pm from Bärplatz with GrindelwaldBus Line 126 towards Bussalp. Meeting point with the herders at the Steesiboden hut, 20 minutes from the Holzmattenläger bus stop. The route is signposted.
Return to Grindelwald with the last bus at 6 pm
Registration is required by 4 pm the day before at the Grindelwald Tourism Office.
