Sight
Schilthorn
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Schilthorn rises dramatically above the Lauterbrunnen Valley, providing one of Switzerland's most accessible high-altitude experiences. Visitors ascend via cable car from Stechelberg or Mürren, passing through intermediate stations at Gimmelwald and Birg. At the summit, the Piz Gloria revolving restaurant completes a full rotation every hour, allowing diners to enjoy ever-changing vistas of the surrounding 360-degree Alpine panorama, including the famous trio of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The viewing platform offers clear sightlines to Mont Blanc on clear days. The site also features the interactive 'Bond World' exhibition, celebrating the mountain's role in the 1969 James Bond film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service'. Schilthorn is distinct for its combination of natural beauty and cinematic history, making it a must-visit for both hikers and film enthusiasts.
Don't miss
- Ride the cable car from Stechelberg or Mürren for stunning valley views
- Dine or have a drink at Piz Gloria as it slowly rotates 360 degrees
- Visit the 'Bond World' interactive exhibition about the film's production
- Walk the Skyline viewing platform for unobstructed Alpine panoramas
- Hike the Schilthorn via ferrata or trails from Birg station in summer
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Schilthorn
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMürren: Paragliding over the Lauterbrunnen Valley5★ · 570 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$252 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexiblePrivate Day Tour to Lauterbrunnen Interlaken Murren from Lucerne5★ · 14 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$1342 per personSee dates →More attractions in Lauterbrunnen