Piz Gloria was the world's first revolving mountaintop restaurant upon its completion in 1969.
The rotating floor mechanism uses solar energy to power its movement.
During construction, the film production company contributed funds to complete the restaurant in exchange for exclusive filming rights.
The mountain hosts the Inferno Race, the world's longest amateur ski race, covering 14.9 kilometers.
The 'Bond World' exhibition includes original props and a simulator that allows visitors to 'fly' a helicopter.
The summit observation platform is connected to the restaurant via an external metal walkway.
The peak is accessible via four distinct cable car sections starting from Stechelberg.
Schilthorn is a 2,970-meter summit in the Bernese Alps, home to the Piz Gloria revolving restaurant. The facility rotates 360 degrees in approximately 45 minutes, offering panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. The site gained global recognition as a primary filming location for the 1969 James Bond film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service'. Visitors can access the 'Bond World 007' exhibition, which features interactive exhibits related to the film's production. A suspended observation deck, the 'Thrill Walk', is located at the Birg intermediate station along the ascent. The peak serves as the starting point for various black-diamond ski runs, including the steep Engetal descent. The summit is integrated into a multi-stage cable car network connecting the Lauterbrunnen Valley to the peak. As of 2026, the location continues to operate as both a high-altitude observation point and a functional culinary venue.
The Skyline View Platform, which offers an unobstructed view of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau UNESCO World Heritage site.
Dress in layers, as temperatures at 2,970 meters are significantly lower than in the valley regardless of the season.
Check the 'Schilthorn Live' webcam before ascending to ensure visibility is not obscured by cloud cover.
Prioritize visiting the Thrill Walk at the Birg station either on the way up or down to break up the journey.
Assuming visibility will be identical to the valley; the summit often sits above a layer of clouds while the valley remains clear.
The cable car service and restaurant facilities undergo periodic scheduled maintenance closures, typically during spring and autumn transition periods.
No specific dress code, though sturdy, closed-toe footwear is recommended for safety on external observation decks.
