Meeting point
Intersport Mürren
Intersport Mürren Enzian, 3825 Mürren
Via Ferrata Mürren
3 - 4 hr
Most famous via ferrata in the Alps
600 m rock face below you
Approximately 4 hours of hiking time
Season:
June October
Departure Times
09:10
Intersport Mürren
Intersport Mürren (Morning tour)
14:10
Intersport Mürren
Intersport Mürren (Afternoon tour)
Key info
Our guides speak German & English
Groups of max. 8 people
Rental equipment included
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.
Mürren Via Ferrata: 600 m rock face below you
The Mürren Via Ferrata takes you spectacularly along the vertical rock face. After a briefing, you're off: rock ledges, a zip line over the Mürrenbach, and an airy suspension bridge await you. Safely guided and well equipped, you'll experience an alpine adventure with thrills and breathtaking views. Are you up for it?
Itinerary
Meeting points Distance
2 km
Descent
-300 m
Walking time
3-4 hrs
Arrival
Make your own way to Mürren. We will meet you at Intersport Mürren (Chalet Enzian), where you will receive the necessary equipment. After a short walk to the starting point and an introduction to via ferrata techniques, you're ready to go!
Via Ferrata
We begin, first easy, then more impressive: at the 'Hammer Corner' you have 600 meters of air under your feet. The view drops into the Lauterbrunnen Valley as you move safely attached along the rock face. Our path passes the base jump platform, and with some luck, you might see base jumpers taking off. Then comes the adrenaline rush: the zip line. Attached to the rope, you glide over the roaring Mürrenbach to the other side of the rock face. The journey continues through the forest interspersed with rocky sections until you reach the suspension bridge, the grand finale. Step by step, you make your way across the 400m deep gorge.
Return
The via ferrata ends in Gimmelwald. From here, you can take the cable car back to Mürren or down to the valley to Stechelberg.
What's included
Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Technical equipment
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Snacks
Pack list
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Beanie or headband
Footwear
Hiking boots or mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Climbing harness (included in the price)
Via ferrata set (included in the price)
Helmet (included in the price)
Basics
Backpack 20-25 l
Light gloves
Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
Thermos flask, drink bottle
GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
Camera and binoculars (optional)
Snacks
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Beanie or headband
Hiking boots or mountaineering boots
Climbing harness (included in the price)
Via ferrata set (included in the price)
Helmet (included in the price)
Backpack 20-25 l
Light gloves
Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
Thermos flask, drink bottle
GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
Camera and binoculars (optional)
Snacks
The technical equipment is provided free of charge and you will get it at the meeting point: Intersport Mürren.
Weather info
General weather info
Weather can influence any tour, and a clear decision is often only possible on the day itself. We review conditions carefully and remain within our safety limits, and bad weather alone does not mean we have to stop.
Make sure we can reach you with current contact information in case your booking changes. Silence from us means your tour is still planned or the final call is not yet made. If we need to cancel, you can rebook, choose another activity, or get a full refund.
For detailed advice on how to prepare for (and enjoy!) bad weather days in Interlaken, check out our weather blog.
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Frequently asked questions
Articles
A via ferrata tour consists of planning, the approach, securing at the start, the ascent on the route itself, and the descent. It requires endurance, focus, and the right equipment. Depending on the tour, it can take 2 to 8 hours or more.
Full answer Mürren to Gimmelwald offers thrills above the abyss. The Daubenhorn is an extreme test of strength and endurance. The via ferrata on the Eiger stands out with alpine atmosphere and a view of the north face. All three routes, three completely different experiences.
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You need fitness, some arm strength, sure-footedness, and must not have a fear of heights. Via ferrata sets are suitable only for a body weight (including backpack) of approximately 40 kg to 120 kg. Outside this range, additional safety measures are required.
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Stable weather is essential. Thunderstorms or strong winds can make a via ferrata extremely unsafe. Check the weather carefully before and during the tour.
Full answer The main season for via ferratas in Switzerland is from May/June to September/October, depending on altitude. In winter, routes are too dangerous. Check current conditions before every tour.
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