
Experiencing Switzerland’s iconic panoramic trains
22/01/2026 · By Rob Payne
Soak up unforgettable alpine views at the Top of Europe and cross from Interlaken to Montreux on Switzerland’s GoldenPass Express with Great Rail Journeys.
Read moreStepping into the crisp air at Jungfraujoch, you enter a world of year-round snow and ice, with striking views across a sea of peaks. Wander through the Ice Palace, an incredible maze of sculpture-filled tunnels carved into the glacier. The Sphinx Observatory, one of the highest astronomical observatories in the world, has outdoor terraces facing the UNESCO-listed Aletsch Glacier winding around the mountains.
Since 1912, the Eiger and Jungfrau railways have carried visitors from the beautiful Swiss village of Grindelwald to the 'Top of Europe,' the highest railway station on the continent. Ascending through steep, eerie tunnels to the summit, travellers can catch blinding glimpses of snow-capped peaks through windows carved into the rock.
Jungfraujoch is a broad, flat ridge between the immense Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. At an astounding 11,332 feet above sea level, it offers panoramic views of the Aletsch Glacier, the longest ice stream in the Alps, and the Swiss Mittelland, a plateau of rolling hills, lakes and rivers stretching as far as the eye can see.
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From the summit of Jungfraujoch, gaze at the otherworldly Aletsch Glacier, the longest frozen river in Europe and the largest in the Alps. Ancient and beautiful, the glacier stretches for 14 miles, winding around immense mountains. Walking tours are available for those who wish to explore this natural wonder.

Embark on a tour through a world of mirror-smooth ice. First carved by mountaineers in the 1930s, the tunnels allow visitors to explore a sparkling world inside the glacier. Enjoy the beautiful sculptures lining the tunnels, and visit the bar, where even the furniture is made of ice. Entry is free for Jungfraubahn ticket holders.

One of the highest astronomical observatories in the world, the Sphinx Observatory conducts research in astronomy, meteorology and air quality. Though not open to the public, the building features a 360-degree observation terrace, allowing visitors to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the winter wonderland.

Ascend through steep tunnels to Europe's highest railway station at 11,332 feet above sea level, catching blinding glimpses of snow-capped peaks through windows carved into the rock. Climbing gradients with ease, this remarkable cogwheel train is a triumph of early 20th-century engineering, operating year-round through dramatic alpine terrain.





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