What are those red and blue lines on Google Map ?

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A traveler is seeking help to understand some markings on a map related to the Mürren area near Schilthorn. They are confused about the trails, railways, and roads indicated on the map and would like clarification on what these markings mean.

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The red dotted lines on the map indicate gondolas or chair lifts, while the blue lines represent ski runs.
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5 February 2017 at 15:51:43 #810739

As indicated in the attached picture. It seems that they do not correspond to any trails , railway or roads. If anyone can shed some light on this it will be much appreciated.

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Reply 1 of 2 • 5 February 2017 at 17:53:25 #858708

Hi swissfans,

The dotted red lines indicate a gondola or chair lift and the blue lines are I believe ski runs (abfahrt means a run or slope).

The Allmendhubel/Allmiboden are hills above Mürren at Schilthorn.

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Reply 2 of 2 • 5 February 2017 at 20:18:23 #858709

Hi Swissfans-

For really detailed contour map of the area, take alook here:

There is a lot of information available in map overlays.

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