Schilthorn--Slower Than Swiss Seniors

Yesterday (Friday) we took a series of cable cars from Stechelberg, a short bus ride from Lauterbrunnen, to the top of of Schilthorn (2970 meters/9744 feet). The summit has a sort of a lodge with a rotating restaurant and 360 degree outdoor observation terrace. We certainly spent a good amount of time enjoying the views from up there.


After lunch at the restaurant, we took the cable car part way to Birg, from where we hiked down to Muerren. The trails are clearly marked, and time estimates are posted for hiking to each destination. Our hike was estimated to take about 4 hours. Mostly due to my overall slowness and a tendency to take too many photos, the hike took A LOT longer. Rick Steves notes that the time estimates are determined by "local senior citizen"...


While hiking down we encountered a marmot--he was far away, but we noticed him because he was making high pitch squeeling noises. We have also come across a snake, many enourmous slugs and fields of wild flowers.




After dinner in Muerren, we took the cable car down in order to get home.