Key Facts About Mürren, Switzerland

📍 Location

• Country: Switzerland

• Region: Bernese Oberland, Canton of Bern

• Altitude: 1,638 m (5,374 ft)

• Nearest Major Town: Lauterbrunnen

• Famous For: Car-free alpine charm, stunning views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau

🌟 Why Visit?

• A charming, traffic-free alpine village with spectacular mountain vistas.

• Access to world-class skiing in winter and hiking paradise in summer.

• Direct gateway to the Schilthorn and the famous Piz Gloria revolving restaurant from James Bond’s On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.

🏛 Top Attractions

• Schilthorn & Piz Gloria – Take the cable car for panoramic views and the James Bond experience.

• North Face Trail – A scenic hike with incredible alpine scenery.

• Allmendhubel Funicular – Short ride to a flower-filled alpine meadow.

• Winter Sports – Skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and snowshoeing.

• Paragliding – For breathtaking aerial views of the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

🥘 Local Specialties

• Cheese Fondue – Melted Swiss cheese with bread.

• Rösti – Crispy potato dish, often topped with cheese or bacon.

• Älplermagronen – Swiss alpine macaroni with cheese, potatoes, and onions.

• Local Alpine Cheese – Made from fresh mountain milk.

🚶 Outdoor Activities

• Summer: Hiking, mountain biking, wildflower walks, paragliding.

• Winter: Skiing, snowboarding, sledging, and snowshoeing.

• All Year: Scenic cable car rides and photography.

🏨 Where to Stay

• Hotel Eiger Mürren – Luxury with panoramic views.

• Hotel Alpenruh – Cozy alpine retreat near the cable car station.

• Eiger Guesthouse – Friendly atmosphere, ideal for hikers.

📅 Best Time to Visit

• Winter (Dec–Mar): For skiing and snow sports.

• Summer (Jun–Sept): For hiking, meadows in bloom, and outdoor adventures.