Plan Your Visit to Schilthorn

Schilthorn | Visitor Information at a Glance

What are the Schilthorn opening hours?
The cable car that takes you to the Schilthorn runs between 7:55 AM and 3:55 PM. The last cable car departs from Schithorn at 4:55 PM.
What’s the best time to visit Schilthorn?
To enjoy a panoramic view of snow-covered peaks, you should plan your visit for the morning hours between 8 AM to 11 AM during winter.
Where is the Schilthorn located?
3825 Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland [Find on Map]
What are the different ways to get to Schilthorn?
Take a cable car from Stechelberg to reach the Schilthorn or hike up to the summit from Mürren. You can also take a train or drive up to Schilthorn from Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen.

What are the Schilthorn Cableway Timings?

The cableway to the Schilthorn runs every day.

The first train leaves from Stechelberg at 7:55 AM, while the last leaves at 3:55 PM.
Cableways depart every 30 minutes.
There are three stops between Stechelberg and the Schilthorn - Gimmelwald, Mürren and Birg.
The last cableway from the Schilthorn towards Stechelberg departs at 4:55 PM.
Due to extreme weather conditions, the cableway can reduce its frequency or shut operations, especially during winter.

What’s the Best Time to Visit Schilthorn?

The best time to visit the attraction depends on what kind of activity you are planning to do at the Schilthorn. If you like hiking, The summer months from June to August is the best time for you. If you enjoy cold weather, the winter months are the best time.

Weekend vs Weekday: Visit the Schilthorn during the early hours between 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The attraction is generally crowded over the weekend. To avoid crowds, weekdays are the best option. You can explore the summit and its attractions without any hassles.

Peak Season vs Low Season: The peak season at the Schilthorn is the winter months between December to February. The summit has most visitors during this time who come to witness snow at its best. The low season is between September to November.

Where is the Schilthorn Located?

Address: 3825 Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland [Find on Maps]

The Schilthorn is a summit located in the Bernese Alps of Switzerland. It lies at an elevation of 2,970 meters.

Closest Landmark: Mürren, Switzerland

How to Get to Schilthorn?

Plan your visit to Schilthorn - Cable Car

Public Transport

Cable Car: You can take the cableway to reach the Schilthorn from Stechelberg. The cableway runs every 30 minutes.
Train: Take a train from Interlaken Ost railway station to Lauterbrunnen. From here, you can easily reach Stechelberg, where you can board the cableway to the Schilthorn.
Bus: Bus services to Stechlberg run from Lauterbrunnen. You can reach there in 20 minutes. Once you are at Stechlberg, you can take the cableway to the Schilthorn.

By Car

You can drive to Stechlberg from Interlaken, which will take you 38 minutes, or from Lauterbrunnen, which will take 31 minutes. From here, you have to take the cableway to reach the summit.

Nearby parking facilities

Parking Stechelberg | 350 meters from Schilthorn
Lengwald 300B Parking | 350 meters from Schilthorn
Parking-Lauterbrunnen | 4.4 km from Schilthorn
Bus Parking Lauterbrunnen | 5.8 km from Schilthorn

On Foot

If you are in the mood to hike to the Schilthorn, arrive at Mürren. The village is about 13 km away from the Schilthorn, with an elevation of about 1,700 meters. The whole journey, including time spent at the summit and the journey back to the village, can be completed in under 7 hours.

Note: Hiking is not recommended during the winter, as the trail can get slippery.

Know Before You Go

Due to its location, the Schilthorn is covered with snow all year round.

The winter months between December to February are the coldest at the summit. Temperatures can range from -6°C to -13°C.

Between the spring months of May, April, and May, the temperature fluctuates between 0°C to -11°C.

June to August is the most pleasant at the Schilthorn, with the temperature ranging between 1°C to 6°C.

From September, the temperature starts dropping to 3°C, reaching -9°C by November.

Plan your visit to Schilthorn - Restaurant

Gift shop: Skyline Top Shop sells tickets, souvenirs and other items on the Schilthorn.
Toilets: You will find James Bond-themed toilets at the Schilthorn. Interestingly, the toilets at the summit are the winner of the International Toilet Tourism Award 2018.
Restaurant: Enjoy a panoramic view of the Alps at Piz Gloria, a revolving restaurant at the Schilthorn.

Plan your visit to Schilthorn - Restroom

Restrooms: All the restrooms available at the Schilthorn are completely wheelchair accessible.
Cableway: The cableway can be accessed by people with limited mobility.
Restaurant: Piz Gloria is completely wheelchair accessible with special guidance from experienced tour guides.
Entrance: Wheelchairs are accessible from all entrance points of the Schilthorn, with priority access for disabled persons.

Plan your visit to Schilthorn - Piz Gloria

There is only one restaurant at the Schilthorn, the only revolving restaurant in the Alps called Piz Gloria. It offers 360° views of the mountains surrounding the Schilthorn. The restaurant offers scrumptious food that you must try on your visit to the Schilthorn.

Dine at Schilthorn's Piz Gloria

Plan your visit to Schilthorn - Hotel Room

Budget options: Valley Hostel, Hotel Horner, Hotel Restaurant Schützen

Mid-range options: Hotel Regina Wengen, Hotel Silberhorn, Hotel Jungfrau

Luxury options: Victoria Jungfrau, BEATUS Wellness & Spa Hotel, Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage

Wear warm clothes, as the temperature is extremely cold here. Keep your whole body covered.
Smoking is only allowed at designated areas on the Schilthorn. Do not smoke in public.
The last cableway departs at 4:55 PM from the Schilthorn. Complete your visit by then.
Hiking from Mürren is not recommended for people with pre-existing medical conditions.

Plan your visit to Schilthorn - Lake Thun

Jungfrau: Another summit in the Alps, Jungfrau has one of the highest railway stations in the world.
Oeschinen Lake: Frozen from December to May, you can ice-skate at this lake that offers picturesque views of the Alps.
Eiger: Located at an elevation of 3,097 meters, the Eiger mountain range has been featured in many TV shows and movies.
Lake Thun: This Alpine lake has a surface area of 48.3 km2 and was created in the last ice age.
Aletsch Glacier: The Aletsch Glacier is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list, and it offers scenic views of the surrounding Alps.

Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Schilthorn

Q. Where is Schilthorn located?

A. The Schilthorn is located in the Bernese Alps, lying above Mürren in Switzerland. The official address is 3825 Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland.

Q. Can I visit Schilthorn?

A. Yes, you can visit the Schilthorn and see surrounding mountain ranges like Titlis, Jungfrau, Mont Blanc, Jura Mountains, and Eiger.

Q. Why should I visit Schilthorn?

A. The Schilthorn offers picturesque views of the Alps and has a revolving restaurant called Piz Gloria. As it is frozen throughout the year, you can participate in winter sports activities.

Q. Can I visit Schilthor for free?

A. The cableway to Schilthorn costs 108 Swiss Francs from Stechelberg for a return journey. You will have to buy tickets for the cableway to visit the summit.

Q. How do I book tickets to visit Schilthorn?

A. You can book tickets to Schilthorn online to save time and money. Book your tickets here.

Q. How much does it cost to visit Schilthorn?

A. An adult ticket for the cableway will cost 108 Swiss Franc. Children and disabled persons can get discounts on their tickets.

Q. What is the best time to visit Schilthorn?

A. The best time to visit Schilthorn is during winter when snowing is at its peak. If you like hiking, you should go to the Schilthorn during summer.

Q. What are the Schilthorn opening hours?

A. The cableway runs from 7:55 AM to 3:55 PM. The last cableway back to Stechelberg departs at 4:55 PM from Schilthorn. You can visit the summit during this time.

Q. Can I visit Schilthorn in a group?

A. Yes, you can visit the Schilthorn in groups for an unforgettable experience.

Q. Can I visit Schilthorn with kids?

A. Yes, there are special discounts available for children on entry tickets to the cableway.

Q. Is Schilthorn wheelchair friendly?

A. The cableway, the restaurant and the entrance to the Schilthorn are all wheelchair accessible.

Q. Can I buy food and drinks at Schilthorn?

A. Yes, you can dine at the only revolving restaurant at the Schilthorn called Piz Gloria.

Q. How long does it take to visit Schilthorn?

A. You must spend a whole day at Schilthorn to experience all that it has to offer. Set aside 7 hours for your visit.

Q. Is it worth visiting Schilthorn?

A. The Schilthorn is a must-visit attraction in Switzerland for its breathtaking views, dining at Piz Gloria, and different winter sports activities you can enjoy here.