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The World’s 100 Best Cable Cars & Mountain Railways

Schilthornbahn

Mürren, Switzerland

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST CABLE CARS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 34 2026
Schilthornbahn

Three-stage cable car and gondola line from Stechelberg via Mürren and Birg up to Piz Gloria at the Schilthorn summit. Riders see the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, and find a revolving restaurant, James Bond exhibition and Thrill Walk at the top.

Highlights

  • Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau
  • Revolving restaurant
  • James Bond exhibition

Good to know

  • Reserve restaurant tables in advance
  • Clouds often hide the view; check webcam
  • Very cold at the top; dress in layers

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