About
Mürren is a car-free village in the Bernese Oberland, in the canton of Bern, Switzerland. It sits on cliffs high above the Lauterbrunnen Valley, and from its terraces and paths the views take in three well-known Alpine summits: the Eiger, the Mönch and the Jungfrau.
What a visit is like
Because no cars are allowed in the village, the pace is slow and the streets are quiet. Visitors arrive on foot or by the mountain railways that serve the area, and most movement around Mürren is done on foot. That makes it an easy place to wander without thinking about traffic, and a comfortable base for those who prefer a walk to a drive.
Views and walks
The main draw is the scenery. The peaks rise directly across the valley, and the cliff-top position means the view opens up in many directions as you walk. Visitors who enjoy the outdoors will find that the surrounding Alpine landscape invites walking at a range of levels, and the village works well as a starting point for exploring on foot.
Around the village
Mürren suits a relaxed stay: time to sit and look at the mountains, a short walk to a viewpoint, and an evening back in a village with no road traffic. The Lauterbrunnen Valley below is a short journey away and is worth seeing alongside a stay here. Those planning a trip should check current transport and access arrangements before setting out, as these can vary with the season.
- Car-free village, reached on foot or by mountain transport
- Panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau
- Set on cliffs above the Lauterbrunnen Valley
- A quiet base for walking in the Bernese Oberland
