What to Do in Mürren in Winter (A Local's Guide)
The best things to do in Mürren in winter, from a local: sledding the Bob Run, sledding to Gimmelwald, snowshoeing, ice skating, a grey-day spa and the Inferno races.
Mürren in winter is quiet, car-free and properly snowy. Most people come for the skiing, but you really don't need skis to have a brilliant few days up here. Here's what I'd tell a friend to do.
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Snowshoe Tour in Mürren
Discover the quieter winter landscape on a guided snowshoe outing.
1. Go sledding on the Bob Run from Allmendhubel
Sledding (or sledging, if you're British) is the classic Mürren winter activity. Take the little funicular from the middle of the village up to Allmendhubel, then sled almost 3 km back down this old toboggan run, through the forest and the Blumental to Mürren. It's easy, it's long enough to feel like a proper run, and the route was even used in a 1969 James Bond film. The funicular runs in winter from mid-December to early April.
Local tip: do one run, then take the funicular back up for lunch on the sun terrace at the top. Then do it again.
→ Want to go sledding with me? See my Sled & Mountain Hut Fondue Experience or the Night Sledding Adventure.
2. Go sledding down to Gimmelwald
When there's enough snow, the path from Mürren down to the tiny village of Gimmelwald becomes a brilliant sledding run, and it's a real local favourite. It only works after a good snowfall, so check conditions before you go. Getting back is easy: hop on the cable car from Gimmelwald up to Mürren.
3. Go for a winter walk
Not a sledger? A groomed winter walking trail runs on its own path between Allmendhubel and the village. It's about an hour walking up from Mürren and roughly 45 minutes back down, with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau in front of you most of the way.
→ More routes in my post on winter walks around Mürren.
4. Go snowshoeing
Snowshoeing gets you away from the pistes and into the quiet, deep-snow side of Mürren. There's a signposted snowshoe trail from Mürren via Chänelegg to Allmendhubel (around 90 minutes), and you can rent snowshoes in the village.
→ Prefer company and the best spots? Join my guided snowshoe tour in Mürren.
5. Ice skating and curling
The open-air ice rink at the Alpine Sports Centre has the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau right behind it, so skating here is something special. Curling has also been played in Mürren for more than 100 years, and the team runs fun-curling sessions for beginners with equipment and instruction included. The ice is usually ready from December to March.
6. Warm up at the Insport coffee bar
After a morning in the snow, head to the Insport coffee bar, right outside the ice rink in upper Mürren. In my opinion it's the best coffee in the whole region: proper Aussie-style coffee with latte art, and honestly the best matcha you'll ever have. They also do protein smoothies and toasted sandwiches, so it's a great stop for a quick lunch too.
7. Have a spa afternoon when the weather closes in
Mountain weather changes fast. On a grey or snowy day, head to the Alpine Sports Centre for the pool, outdoor whirlpool, saunas and steam room. Sitting in hot water while it snows on the mountains is a very good way to spend an afternoon.
8. Go up the Schilthorn
On a clear day, the view from the top over hundreds of peaks is hard to beat. Check the operating status before you go, as the cableway has maintenance breaks outside the main season.
9. Ski or learn to ski
The Mürren-Schilthorn ski area runs from gentle slopes to the famous Inferno course. Total beginners can start on the blue piste and button lift at Allmendhubel, which is perfect for families.
10. Catch the Inferno Races (20 to 23 January 2027)
The Inferno is one of the biggest amateur ski races in the world, with around 1,850 racers on the downhill, plus costumes, a torchlit parade through the village on the Friday night and parties at the sports centre. Even if you're not racing, it's a brilliant week to be here. Just book your accommodation early.
→ Programme and race details: inferno-muerren.ch.
11. Fly over it all
Yes, you can paraglide in winter, and the light and snowy views are something else.
→ Read what's different about paragliding in winter, or see my paragliding experiences.
12. Be outside at sunset
It's free and it's one of my favourite ways to end a winter day. As the sun goes down, the light changes across the mountains and clouds, and every evening looks a little different. Find a spot facing the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau and take a moment to enjoy it.
Getting here in winter
Mürren is car-free. Park or take the bus to Stechelberg and ride the cable car up, or take the train to Lauterbrunnen, then the cable car to Grütschalp and the train along to Mürren. If you're staying, ask for your guest card, because it gets you discounts on things like the curling rink.
→ Step-by-step directions, tickets and tips in my guide: How to get to Mürren.
My favourite local tip: go sledding in the evening. Take the Allmendhubel funicular up, stop for a drink or dinner at the Suppenalp restaurant, then sled back down to Mürren in the dark with a headlamp. It's magical. Bring a good headlamp and check the funicular times before you go.
Want someone to show you around? Have a look at my winter experiences. And for summer ideas too, see things to do in Mürren.
Enjoy a winter picnic
A sunny winter day is a lovely excuse to slow down with a picnic and snowy mountain views. Fancy fondue outdoors? Take a look at my Fondue Picnic Backpack, available in winter too.
