Nature
The wider area around Burgistein is associated with Gantrisch Nature Park in the canton of Bern. The landscape there includes mountains, deep gorges, wetlands and peat bogs, and ranges from 510 m to 2239 m above sea level.
The peaks of Birespitz, Solhore, Falkeflue and Stockenflue are located in the area around Burgistein.
Those choosing Burgistein as a travel destination may be planning to rent a holiday apartment.
Hiking
The area around Burgistein offers challenging alpine ridge hikes with exposed sections and some climbing passages; several routes are rated T5.
The moderately difficult Chumlihütte–Gantrischseeli circular hike from Gantrisch is 8.6 km long and partly follows the shore of Gantrischseeli.
Culture
The Pauluskirche is located in the wider regional area around Burgistein.
