Peak Elevation
2,970 m
9,744 ft
Vertical Drop
2,174 m
7,132 ft
Skiable Area
500 ha
1,235.5 ac
Avg Snowfall
313 cm
123.2 in
Lifts
16
Schilthorn Weather Forecast
About
Schilthorn is the ski area above the car-free village of Mürren in the Bernese Oberland, Switzerland, with its summit station at 2,970 meters. It has about 54 kilometers of piste served by 16 lifts, facing the wall of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau across the Lauterbrunnen valley. The summit holds the Piz Gloria revolving restaurant, filmed in the 1969 Bond picture On Her Majesty's Secret Service, and each January Mürren runs the Inferno, a 15.8-kilometer amateur race first held in 1928.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Schilthorn Cableway Ltd.
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Schilthorn have?
Schilthorn has 16 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 15,052 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Schilthorn?
Schilthorn has a vertical drop of 7,132 feet (2,174 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Schilthorn?
The summit of Schilthorn sits at 9,744 feet (2,970 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Schilthorn have?
Schilthorn has 24 marked trails, totaling roughly 33.55 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Schilthorn?
Schilthorn covers 1,235.5 acres (500 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Schilthorn offer night skiing?
Yes, Schilthorn offers night skiing. Hours and trail availability vary by season, so check the official website for current schedules.
Does Schilthorn have snowmaking?
Yes, Schilthorn has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Schilthorn get each year?
Schilthorn averages around 123.2 inches (313 cm) of snowfall per season.
