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Conquering the Schilthorn!



Towering behind Mürren is the Schilthorn. With its sweeping views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, it's no wonder so many people ride the cable cars to the top of this beautiful peak. There's a rotating restaurant, Piz Gloria, with panoramic views of the surroundings. But did we want to take the easy way out and ride to the top?? No way! We walked to the top in style. (Sweaty style, that is)

At the top we could see why Piz Gloria would be chosen as a shooting location for a villain's base in the James Bond film "On Her Majesty's Secret Service." Telly Savalas and Dr. Evil would be equally at home up here, perched upon the mountaintop.

On our way up, we stopped at the Rotstockhütte, a mountain hut magically supplied with great food and drink. It was a steep climb but the views were well worth the effort!

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