Mürren Vacation Rental

Mürren, a village rich in tradition,: Illustrated in many historic photographs, the fascinating history of the beautiful Lauterbrunnen Valley, where the resorts of Murren and Wengen still reflect the former influence of early British tourism. Among the first enthusiastic visitors to the Lauterbrunnen Valley were such great names as Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Lord Byron, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. Mürren is regarded as the cradle of Alpine Ski Sport and the modern slalom was also born here, devised by Sir Arnold Lunn. Read about the construction of impressive mountain railways, and their significant role in the development of the valley. Read interesting and amusing anecdotes from the biographies of such important personalities as Ernst Gertsch, the 'Father of the Lauberhorn Downhill Ski Race'.

Ice sports and tobogganing: The two artificial ice-rinks at the Alpine Sports Center in Mürren are perfect for ice skating. Tobogganing, as seen here on the fantastic forest run from Sulwald to Isenfluh, has a long tradition in the area. The familiar wooden toboggans are still often used as a means of transport on snow covered village streets and paths. Tobogganing remains a great favourite with all age groups.Toboggans and bobs can be hired at local sports shops. CURLING - take time to try your hand at this traditional wintersport. ICE SKATING _ A openair ice-rink is always available (entrance free) in Murren

Winter walking: The villages of Mürren, Wengen,Lauterbrunnen, Gimmelwald, Stechelberg and Isenfluh all belong to a sunny winter walking wonderland, with well maintained trails through stunning Alpine scenery. Winter-walk to impressive vantage points or to the inviting terrace of a mountain hotel. Even fanatical skiers should leave their skis behind for once and discover the delights of one of the beautiful winter walking paths!

Ski: Welcome to the Jungfrau Top Ski Region. Enjoy exciting winter sports in the world's most spectacular scenic snow-setting, before the stunning splendour of the mighty Eiger Mönch & Jungfrau. A network of 45 modern transport installations, 213km of perfectly prepared pistes, 100 km of wonderful winter walking paths and 50 km of thrilling toboggan runs! Guaranteed to set the pulse of every winter sports fan racing! The JUNGFRAU TOP SKI REGION Skipass is the key to unlimited skiing and snowboarding fun on all installations in this remarkable region.

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