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Murren

Murren is one of the most picturesque Swiss ski resorts, situated high up in the Jungfrau area and lying 150km southwest of Zurich. It is famous for being the highest altitude resort in the Bernese Oberland, for Mount Eiger and for hosting the first slalom race in 1922. The village is traditional, tranquil and very attractive with the panorama of the surrounding Monch and Jungfrau mountains. The Jungfrau region offers a large skiing territory of 200kms pistes in total, with the longest run spread out on 16kms. Murren takes 53kms of these pistes, which are categorized with a different difficulty: 30 per cent suited to beginners, 20 per cent to advanced skiers and 50 per cent of them mostly intended for intermediates. Skiers at a medium ski level will enjoy the Wengen and Grindelwald slopes, as well as the panoramic views of the adjacent Lauterbrunnen Valley surroundings. Most of the pistes are gentle but some of them steeper and more technical, used for the Inferno-Ski Races and Triathlon and being a challenge for accomplished skiers and snowboarders. 15 ski lifts are capable of carrying 9,000 people per hour and provide access to all Murren’s slopes. December marks the beginning of Murren’s ski season, with its conclusion in April. Discount hunters can enjoy vacation at cheap rates in mid-December, mid-January and mid-March, when still a reliable snowfall is available. The terrain park and half-pipe will provoke snowboarders to test their skills, for the non-skiers there is an outdoor artificial ice-rink with skating and curling. In case you prefer to stay indoors, you can take advantage of the swimming pool, fitness centre and multi-purpose sports hall.

The village of Murren will keep you amused with wonderful opportunities for your enjoying time, among which is a chance to walk on the traffic-free streets and have a look at the many small shops. Murren offers 2,000 guest beds available in accommodation ranging from simple inns, ski chalets and apartments to luxury hotels, situated throughout the resort. Evening entertainment typically comprises glacier bars, dance clubs and romantic fondue evenings.

A must see in Murren is the revolving Piz Gloria restaurant, sitting at 2970m in the Schilthorn mountain, which was featured in the Bond movie “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”. Undoubtedly, it is worth for everyone to become a witness of the stunning panorama of the 200 mountains and 40 glaciers in the surroundings. If you have already decided to attend the resort, the most common way is to take a flight to Zurich International Airport and transfer by train for the 150-kilometre journey to Murren.

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