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Recommended season: early January to late February and early April to late October
This is a car-free town
Altitude: 1650 m (5413 ft)
This is a winter sports resort
Town size: Small
Local language: German
There is a train stationHow to travel to and in Mürren, plus map 
How to reach Mürren
Car-free Mürren can only be reached via Lauterbrunnen in the valley. From there, there are two routes by public transport: one via Gimmelwald and Stechelberg, and one via Grütschalp. Arno explains them in detail in the Lauterbrunnen-Mürren travel guide.
You can't reach the village by car.
How long it takes to reach Mürren
A journey by public transport to Mürren, via the quicker Grütschalp route, takes:
- 0h21 from Lauterbrunnen
- 0h50 from Interlaken
- 1h50 from Bern
- 2h50 from Lucerne
- 3h10 from Zurich Airport, from 2h55 Zurich
- 3h25 from Basel Airport, 3h00 from Basel
Use the timetable to plan your journey to or from Mürren.
What Mürren is built like
Mürren is stretched out from north to south. The center consists of the main street connecting the train station in the north to the Schilthorn/Stechelberg cable car station in the south.
Side streets on the slopes below and above the town complement the village.
How to get around on foot
Mürren is small and you can easily get by on foot. A walk along the main street between both stations takes just 15 minutes.
If you'll be traveling with lots of luggage, your hotel can usually pick you up from the train or cable car station.
How to travel from Mürren
From Mürren, you can take a cable car up to the Schilthorn. There's also a funicular to Allmendhubel starting from the valley station "Mürren (Allmendhubelbahn)". This is a wonderful place to admire the mountains Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, and to go hiking.
You can also take the train or cableway down to Lauterbrunnen or Stechelberg. Lauterbrunnen provides train connections to Wengen and to Interlaken, and from there to the rest of Switzerland.
In winter, ski lifts make sure you can reach the many pistes in the Jungfrau Region.
Discounted local trips with the Guest Card
The hotels in Mürren provide a free Guest Card when you check in. It provides several discounts on local attractions and cableways.
Rail passes for your stay in Mürren
With a rail pass, you'll usually get much better discounts than those provided by the Guest Card. I advise looking into these passes if you stay in Mürren:
- The Berner Oberland Pass. You'll get good value for your money if you want to explore not only the surroundings of Mürren, but other areas of the Bernese Oberland as well.
- The Jungfrau Travel Pass. This one's suitable if you'll be focusing on the Jungfrau Region only.
- The Swiss Travel Pass or Swiss Half Fare Card. These are usually best if you'll also be making journeys in other parts of Switzerland.
Use our free tools to determine which pass is best for your plans.
The main travel routes to and from Mürren
Lauterbrunnen to Mürren
Mürren in winter, spring, summer and fall
What's the best time to visit Mürren?
The best months to visit Mürren are early January to late February and early April to late October.
Mürren in April and May
April and May are perfect for a trip to Mürren if you like peace and quiet. As they're in between the winter and summer seasons, you won't encounter too many other tourists.
During our early-April and early-May visits to Mürren, Arno and I were practically the only ones there: a great experience, as we could entirely focus on the mountain views and the pretty chalets.
Down in the Lauterbrunnen Valley spring sets in, which makes for beautiful hikes.
Your choice of activities and accommodation is somewhat limited. Alpine hiking trails aren't accessible yet. The same goes for several of the mountains in the Jungfrau Region. Some restaurants and hotels in Mürren are closed too.
Mürren in June, July, August and September
From June, nearly all mountain transport in the Jungfrau Region is operational. Temperatures rise and more tourists visit the village, the busiest months being July and August.
July and August, and often September too, are perfect for outdoor alpine activities: hiking, mountain biking and climbing the via ferrata near Mürren for example.
The views are still pretty, but there's less snow on the peaks than in spring and autumn. Sometimes snow sets in quite early in September.
Mürren in October
Temperatures drop, and the chances of snow on the peaks of the Jungfrau Region increase. You can still make beautiful hikes in the autumn-colored valley. Most mountain transportation operates until mid-October.
Mürren in winter: one of Switzerland's best snow resorts
Mürren is the highest town in the Jungfau Region. You’ll have the best chances of snow in the village here, especially from late December to early March.
November and early December aren’t the best time for a visit to Mürren. It’s low season and mountain transportation in the Jungfrau Region is partially closed. Snowfall isn’t likely yet.
March is a similar shoulder season. In normal winters, the snow season in Mürren continues until well in March, but that's no guarantee. So winter activities may or may not be possible.
Weather in Mürren and forecasts
Weather can change quickly
Mürren is right within the Swiss Alps. Weather can change quickly and dramatically here. So you'll always need to check weather forecasts shortly before starting any outdoor activity.
Temperatures in Mürren
Mürren is at high altitude, which means that frost and snow are likely in winter. Typical daytime temperatures in winter vary from 5°C to 0°C, with several degrees below zero during the nights.
Average summer temperatures range from 11°C to 15°C. But it can certainly get much warmer than this. And on sunny, windless days, these temperatures feel very pleasant and summer-like.
Rain in Mürren
May, June, July and August are the rainiest months in Mürren.
This doesn't mean you can't have great summer weather! Warm, sunny spells in the Jungfrau Region are common too, and rain often falls during showers and thunderstorms in the (late) afternoon.
Accommodation in Mürren
Many hotels and rental chalets in Mürren offer rooms with mountain views. They're nearly all just a short walk away from either the cable car station or the train station. The routes to hotels are clearly signposted. Check my Mürren hotel tips and suggestions here.
If you want to check other villages in the Jungfrau Region too, have a look here.
Hotels in Mürren, the mountain resort in the Jungfrau Region
What is Mürren like?
A picture-perfect mountain village
Mürren is one of those picture-perfect villages in the Swiss Alps: there are mountains, forests and green meadows all around and there are no cars. Wengen, on the other side of the valley, offers a similar but not identical experience.
Outdoor activities directly from town
You’ll find many hiking trails to and from Mürren. In winter, there are plenty of options for skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing.
Location and scenery
Mürren is perched on the edge of an 800 m high cliff, rising up from the Lauterbrunnen Valley in the Jungfrau Region. It’s a spectacular location that keeps impressing us. Because of the cliff, this area is one of the most-used spots in the world for base-jumping.
Good views are guaranteed if the weather is cooperative. You can see the Eiger, Mönch, Breithorn, most of the Jungfrau, and many other mountains from here.
Well-geared to tourists
Like many popular villages, Mürren is pretty touristy, but not in a disturbing way to my taste. It is one of the best places to enjoy the Swiss Alps, away from traffic, shopping centers and other distractions. There are quite some hotels and restaurants.
There aren’t many shops, but it’s enough for all the basic needs: you’ll find a supermarket here, as well as various sports shops.
Pros and cons of Mürren
Mürren’s characteristics can be both an advantage and a disadvantage:
- Mürren is car-free, which is perfect for hikers, families, and anyone seeking peace and quiet in the Alps.
- The village is popular, so it’s not the cheapest place to stay.
- The location is somewhat isolated. Mürren’s immediate surroundings are wonderful, but it takes time to explore the rest of the Jungfrau Region. You’ll first have to get down to the valley, and start day trips from there.
- Mürren is a small village. There are hotels and restaurants, but don’t expect museums or other entertainment like nightlife.
Are you interested in other towns in the Jungfrau Region? Find a full overview in my Jungfrau Region explanation.
Mürren FAQ
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Where is Mürren in Switzerland?
Mürren is in the northern Swiss Alps. It’s situated on a plateau on the western slopes of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. This is part of the Jungfrau Region, which in turn is part of the larger Bernese Oberland.
Mürren is at a nearly 3-hour journey from Zurich, and a 50-minute trip from Interlaken.
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Is Mürren worth visiting?
Yes, definitely pay Mürren a visit if you can. The location of this mountain village is stunning, and so are the views of the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau and other Bernese Alps.
It takes some time to reach the village, but the views are rewarding. If you value great vistas directly from your hotel room, you can even consider Mürren as a base town for a stay in the Jungfrau Region.
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Can I drive to Mürren?
No. Mürren is entirely car-free and there are no roads to the villages. Car drivers need to park down in the valley: in the villages Lauterbrunnen or Stechelberg. From there, the journey continues by train or bus, and by cable car. Learn more in our Lauterbrunnen-Mürren travel guide.
Mürren is small, so it’s easy to get by on foot in the village.
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Is Mürren open all year?
Yes, Mürren is open year-long and can be reached year-long. Some hotels and restaurants may close in low season (November to mid-December and mid-March to May for example), but not all.
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Should I stay in Gimmelwald near Mürren?
Only base yourself in Gimmelwald if you’re looking for a small, quiet location with few facilities, but beautiful views. Read my detailed opinion about Gimmelwald here.
What to do and see in Mürren
Find excursions and day trips in Mürren
What not to miss in Mürren
I think you should try these 3 activities if you're spending a couple of days in Mürren:
- Visit the Schilthorn.
- Make the panoramic walk from Grütschalp to Mürren.
- Visit the Allmendhubel by taking the funicular from the village.
Winter activities
Mürren is well-geared to winter sports tourists. Directly from town, you can start hiking on winter trails. You'll also have easy access to a large winter sports area on the slopes of the Schilthorn. There are many options for skiing, snowboarding, and sledding.
The ski areas of Wengen-Männlichen, on the other side of the valley, are within reach too. And you can travel to Grindelwald, where two more ski areas are available.
In total, the Jungfrau Region offers more than 250 km of pistes.
Bad-weather activities
Staying in Mürren means you depend on the weather, as nearly all activities are outdoors. Some ideas for rainy days:
- Go shopping in Interlaken, or enjoy one of the other bad-weather options there. Check my Interlaken guide for tips.
- Make a day trip to the national capital Bern.
- Visit the town of Thun.
- Visit the Trümmelbach Falls down in the Lauterbrunnen Valley (they're in caves).
For the adventurous: paragliding and the via ferrata
You can enjoy tandem paragliding flights from Mürren all year.
In summer, the via ferrata route from Mürren to the nearby village Gimmelwald attracts tourists. It's a 3-hour mountain climbing route along cables and ladders attached to the rock walls. Use appropriate gear, and book a tour with a mountain guide if you're not experienced.
- www.muerren.swiss: Guest Card Mürren
- www.truemmelbachfaelle.ch: Trümmelbach Falls
- www.muerren.swiss: the Allmendhubel
- www.jungfrauregion.swiss: the via ferrata of Mürren
Itineraries including Mürren
Best of the Alps
Free with the Swiss Travel Pass in the Bernese Oberland
Hike Grütschalp-Mürren
Tourist hypes: popular small spots
Jungfrau Region
Interlaken
Wengen
Grindelwald
