The Chuenisbärgli is the ski slope immediately above Adelboden village that hosts the men's World Cup slalom and giant slalom each January. It is a serious piece of terrain: the upper section drops steeply through open snowfields, the middle narrows through trees, and the lower section flattens unexpectedly before the finish — a combination that produces unpredictable racing and large upsets. Skiing the slope on a normal day is a reminder of how technically demanding the course is.
The wider ski area connected to Chuenisbärgli extends to Lenk via the Hahnenmoos pass — a system of over 200 km of runs. The area suits intermediate and advanced skiers best; beginners are better served at the gentler slopes around the village. Peak season (January and February) coincides with the World Cup race, when accommodation must be booked months in advance. Outside of race week, the slopes are notably uncrowded compared to the Jungfrau area nearby.