Lieselotte Family Day on Männlichen
On Saturday 11 July 2026, from 10:00 to 14:00, Männlichen hosts a family day built around Lieselotte, the much-loved children's-book cow, marking her 20-year anniversary. The summit programme brings an author reading and hands-on activities for children, all set out on the mountain above Wengen.
The event
Lieselotte has been a fixture of children's bookshelves for two decades, and the anniversary gives her a whole day on the mountain. The summit fills with activities pitched at younger children: an author reading brings the stories to life, and there is plenty to keep small hands busy between sessions. It is an easy, unhurried morning out, timed to fit around lunch and an afternoon back in the village.
Up on Männlichen
Männlichen sits directly above Wengen, and the Wengen-Männlichen cable car does the climbing for you. The valley station is right by the hotel, and the ride to the summit takes about five minutes. From the top you get the full sweep of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, and the family programme unfolds on the open ground around the station. With children in tow, the short ride and the flat summit terrain make this one of the more manageable mountain outings from the village.
Practical information
Date: Saturday 11 July 2026
Time: 10:00 to 14:00
Location: Männlichen summit, reached by the Wengen-Männlichen cable car
Price: Free to attend; the cable-car fare applies
Good to know: A family event suited to younger children; the summit is a short, flat walk from the cable-car station
Plan your stay
The valley station of the Wengen-Männlichen cable car is a short walk from the door, so staying at Victoria Lauberhorn, a Faern Collection Hotel, puts the summit within a few minutes of your room. Ride up for Lieselotte in the morning, come back down for lunch in the village, and the rest of the day is yours. Book your July stay in good time, as the family season fills the village quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lieselotte Family Day?
It is a family day on the Männlichen summit built around Lieselotte, the much-loved children's-book cow, marking her 20-year anniversary. The programme brings an author reading that brings the stories to life, plus hands-on activities pitched at younger children. Everything takes place on the open ground around the cable-car top station, high above Wengen.
When does the family day run?
The Lieselotte Family Day is on Saturday 11 July 2026. The programme runs from 10:00 to 14:00. The timing fits neatly around lunch, leaving the afternoon free back in the village.
What does the Lieselotte day cost?
The event is free to attend. The fare for the Wengen-Männlichen cable car applies for the ride up and down. No further charges are listed for the activities or the reading.
Is the day manageable with small children?
Yes, it is built for younger children and unhurried families. The cable car does the climbing in about five minutes, and the summit is a short, flat walk from the top station, so little legs are spared. From the top you also get the full sweep of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau while the children play.
Why stay at Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn with the family?
The valley station of the Wengen-Männlichen cable car is a short walk from the hotel door, so the summit is a few minutes from your room. The hotel sits in car-free Wengen with no traffic to manage, and cots are available on demand for the youngest guests. Ride up for Lieselotte in the morning, come back down for lunch, and the rest of the day is yours.