Switzerland Hotels and Resorts

Muerren is a charming village with magnificent views and is perched on a shelf of Alpine pasture forming a balcony overlooking the steep cleft of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. It is an ideal place for travelers that wish to enjoy the natural beauties of Switzerland. Muerren faces a series of giant peaks carved out of rock or ice: from left to right, the view encompasses the Eiger, the Mönch, the Jungfrau, the Breithorn and the Gspaltenhorn range. This beautiful village is completely cut off from car traffic, and the sporting character of its ski slopes account for the popularity of the resort.

The development of tourism in the area was largely due to the British, who came here at the turn of the century to indulge in their favorite winter sports and who succeeded in recreating a cozy, congenial atmosphere that reminded them of England. It was Muerren that the Kandahar Ski Club was founded in 1924; it was to lead to the famous Arlberg-Kandahar competition, which is now regarded as the unofficial world championship of the Alpine countries.

Excursion: Schilthorn
The Schilthorn is at 2,970m/9,744ft about 1hr 15min including 17min by cablecar leaving from Muerren. From the top of the peak, in a desolate landscape of torrents and scree a panoramic view of the Jungfrau Massif with only the Lauterbrunnen cleft between that and the observer. Part of Lake Thun is also visible. The panoramic restaurant is equipped with a revolving platform that does a complete turn in 55min. This aluminium establishment with futuristic look is highly popular on account of its exceptional location. It became known to the public when featured in the James Bond film "On her Majesty's Secret service".
The Schilthorn also makes an excellent day trip from major cities of interest in Switzerland such as Bern, Thun and Lucerne for travelers with not much time, but the desire to experience the beauty of the Alps.