Posted by Murren (German spelling: Mürren) is a small mountain village at an altitude of over
1,600 meters in the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland. The village has fewer than 500 permanent inhabitants and belongs to the municipality of Lauterbrunnen, which lies around 800 meters lower in the valley.
Mürren is completely car-free. There are no roads leading to the village. Access is only possible by train, cable car or on foot, which gives Mürren its peaceful,
almost alpine character.
Tourism in Mürren
Despite its small size, Mürren is a well-known tourist destination. During the high season, the number of overnight guests can rise to several thousand. As in many parts of the Bernese Oberland, tourism plays a major role in both summer and winter.
In winter, Mürren is known for its challenging ski slopes, many of which are steep and demanding.
In summer, hikers and mountain lovers enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding Alps.
How to Get to Mürren
The most common way to reach Mürren is via Lauterbrunnen.
Lauterbrunnen itself is connected to the Swiss long-distance rail network via
Interlaken.
From Lauterbrunnen, a mountain railway leads up to Mürren.
Trains run every 30 minutes in both directions during the day.
In peak winter season, connections are even more frequent to serve skiers.
Alternatively, Mürren can also be reached by cable car from the
Stechelberg area, further back in the Lauterbrunnen Valley.
Schilthorn and Piz Gloria
From Mürren, another cable car continues up to the Schilthorn.
At the summit is the famous Piz Gloria revolving restaurant.
The restaurant became world-famous after scenes from the James Bond film
“On Her Majesty’s Secret Service” were filmed here in the late 1960s.
Today, the Schilthorn is one of the most popular excursions in the region.
Tickets to the Schilthorn
Tickets from the valley to the Schilthorn, including attractions such as the
Thrill Walk, should be booked online in advance.
Prices are relatively high and usually a little over 100 euros, but the views and experience are considered worth it by most visitors.
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Winter Sports and Events
Mürren regularly hosts winter sports competitions. The most famous event is the large amateur ski race, which attracts participants from all over the world.
Video Walk Through Mürren
Mürren is ideal for travelers looking for a quiet, car-free mountain village with direct access to some of the most impressive alpine scenery in Switzerland.