Press release
Official Start of the Winter Season at the Schilthorn
On Saturday, October 31, 2026, the winter season will kick off at the Riggli chairlift in the Mürren-Schilthorn ski area. At the same time, Samuel von Allmen will take over as head of winter sports, succeeding Peter Bühler, who retired at the end of September after 25 years. A sports store with an integrated bar will open in the new Mürren station before the holidays. And in April 2027, the Swatch Nines will return to the Schilthorn.
Next event
17. - 18. November 2026
FIS Slalom Damen und Herren, Schilthorn
The exciting FIS Slalom races take place in the Engetal in the Mürren-Schilthorn ski area. Here, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, the athletes showcase their skills on the attractive snowfarming slope. As one of the first FIS races of the new season in the Alpine region, an international turnout is expected.
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