Mürren, Swiss Alps

Mürren: 5 things to know before you go

Swiss Alps, Switzerland 🇨🇭

Perched on a cliff at 1638 m with the Schilthorn and its revolving Piz Gloria restaurant above, Mürren is one of the most spectacular small resorts in the Alps. Car-free and snow-sure, it is the home of the Inferno, the world's oldest amateur downhill.

1.Is the snow reliable in Mürren?

Generally yes. From 1638 m at the base to 2970 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 82/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

Mürren is car-free. You park at the resort entrance and reach the village without a car; most lodging then opens straight onto the snow, so the car can stay put all week.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

With 54 km of piste on 16 lifts, it is a mid-size area, easy to get to know over a long weekend. The terrain is balanced (0 green, 14 blue, 22 red, 10 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Mürren stands out for demanding terrain for strong skiers.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 7 to Apr 14 (about 18 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.

The full Mürren guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Mürren have?
About 1332 m of vertical, from a 1638 m base to 2970 m at the top.
Is Mürren part of a larger ski area?
Yes. Mürren is part of the Jungfrau Ski Region ski area, one of the big linked domains, so a single lift pass opens the whole thing.
Is Mürren good for beginners?
Less so: the terrain leans intermediate and advanced (0 green, 14 blue), so committed beginners are better off starting elsewhere.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Hotel Eiger Muerren
4.8738 reviews
200
Top pick

Hotel Eiger Muerren

Excellent · 738 reviews

Why we like it

One of the highest-rated places to stay in Mürren, with guests singling out the service and comfort.

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.8/5 from 738 reviews). It sits about 650 m from the slopes. A upper-scale option for Mürren, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 650 m to the slopesUpper-scale
From
200/ night
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Eiger Guesthouse Mürren
4.6505 reviews
185

Eiger Guesthouse Mürren

Excellent · 505 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Mürren.

≈ 650 m to the slopesUpper-scale
From
185/ night
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Hotel Alpina
4.6450 reviews
190

Hotel Alpina

Excellent · 450 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Mürren.

≈ 500 m to the slopesUpper-scale
From
190/ night
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Hotel Edelweiss Superior
4.3654 reviews
185

Hotel Edelweiss Superior

Very good · 654 reviews

Why we like it

A long-standing favourite in Mürren, trusted by thousands of guests before you.

≈ 450 m to the slopesUpper-scale
From
185/ night
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