In the late 1960s, the stunning Swiss peak Schilthorn caught the eye of James Bond filmmakers and became the iconic setting for On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. A partly built revolving restaurant atop the summit was transformed into Piz Gloria, Blofeld’s lair, with the film producers completing its construction in exchange for filming rights. Today, Piz Gloria offers jaw-dropping panoramic views of the Bernese Alps, including the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau peaks, along with Bond-themed attractions like the Bond World 007 museum, Bond Walk of Fame, and Skyline viewing platform.
Visitors can dine with a view, enjoy themed brunches, and pose for morphing photos. For adrenaline seekers, the Birg mid-station features thrilling adventures like the Skyline Walk and 200m-long Thrill Walk. Skiers can race down the same slopes used in the Bond ski chase scene, which also host the world’s largest amateur ski race, the Inferno. At Allmendhubel, families enjoy a playground and mountain flower trail.
The nearby village of Murren, where the Bond cast stayed, remains a tranquil, car-free retreat with excellent dining options and activities like hiking and mountain biking. Accommodation ranges from cosy hotels like Alpenruh to the romantic Pension Suppenalp. Murren is accessible by train, bus, and cable car from Interlaken or Bern, and is ideal for both summer and winter adventure.
Whether chasing thrills or soaking in cinematic history, Schilthorn and Murren offer a Bond-worthy experience filled with breathtaking nature, unique attractions, and immersive Swiss charm—an adventure Ian Fleming himself would surely endorse.