Steep slopes for advanced skiers, long downhill runs, a modern transport system, cosy dining and an incomparable panorama with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau: Mürren –Schilthorn, the highest-altitude ski resort with snow guaranteed in Bernese Oberland, makes every snow sports fan´s dream come true.
What a winter dream: early morning on the 2970 meter-high Schilthorn peak, surrounded by a breath-taking mountain landscape with freshly groomed pistes stretching out before you down into the valley. That would make the heart of any winter sports fan beat faster. Your expectations are bound to be fulfilled. Mürren-Schilthorn is the highest-altitude ski resort in Bernese Oberland (1600-3000 meters above sea-level) and therefore, snow is guaranteed. Additionally, the region has an extensive network of 54 kilometers of optimally groomed pistes and a modern transport system. The trip from Interlaken to the first downhill takes only 45 minutes with public transport. And since the introduction of the new 2-seater chairlift from Allmiboden to the Allmendhubel, winter sports fans can get from the softly sloping pistes at Maulerhubel and Winteregg quickly and comfortably across again to the other side of the village to the steep slopes of Schiltgrat-Gimmelen – or back down again to the Schilthorn cable car, which waits to go up to Birg and Schilthorn.
In the ´Im Rad´ fun park, fearless snowboarders and ski acrobats can get a good work-out: several kickers are available for daredevils to show off their airborne skills, while various rails invite trying out some tricks.
Winter wonderland for hikers and sledders
Sledders and winter hikers have their fair share in the region, too. Sledge runs promise plenty of fun and thrills – always in view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Long, winter-hiking trails invite you to discover a completely different winter world: groomed trails take you deep into the snowy landscape, through sections of dreamy forest and then out again into the bright winter sunlight. A true winter wonderland.
Sunshine – great food – a good mood
Get the winter day off to a good start with a hearty breakfast in the famous Piz Gloria revolving restaurant on the Schilthorn. The copious James Bond 007 breakfast buffet invites you to a feast with an unparalled 360-degree panoramic view – and on some Sundays in winter there is also folkloric entertainment. Throughout the entire region, there are attractive rustic restaurants and friendly mountain huts with large outdoor terraces. Skiers, snowboarders, hikers and sledders alike are spoiled for choice with all the various tasty delights. Things get very rustic indeed at the traditional fondue evenings at the Allmendhubel. Guests enjoy a fine cheese fondue accompanied by folkloric entertainment in the panoramic restaurant.
More information: www.schilthorn.ch
Families welcome
There is now limitless ski fun for families – on any budget. During the winter season, children under 16 can ski the slopes free every Saturday. With the purchase of an adult daily ticket, two children´s daily tickets are included free of charge. All children in a family can ski for free – on presentation of proper identification, of course. But wait, there is more: even equipment for the kids is available at no charge at Intersport Rent shops, such as those in Mürren or Lauterbrunnen.
Diabolical downhill
Hair-raising, diabolical and just simply crazy: at the international Inferno Races in Mürren, some 1800 daring skiers take the plunge into the depths providing for a most spectacular race. The course runs from Schilthorn down into the valley – in good ski conditions, that´s almost 16 kilometers to Lauterbrunnen. Started in 1928 by a group of British ski fanatics, the largest amateur ski race in the world has become an absolute hit.
Whitestyle Open
Every year on a weekend in March, freeskiers and snowboarders meet for the Whitestyle Open in Mürren on 1600 meters above sea level. The highlight of this event - which is combined with freeski tests and a freeride session - is the nighttime competition - the Night Air.
More information: www.whitestyle.ch
