Jungfrau Railways

Jungfrau Railways is a famous mountain railway that takes passengers from Interlaken to the Jungfraujoch, the 'Top of Europe'. The journey is an unforgettable experience, winding through the Swiss Alps with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and valleys. The railway includes sections like the Eiger Express and the cogwheel train, which climbs steep gradients and passes through tunnels carved into the Eiger and Mönch mountains. At the Jungfraujoch, visitors can enjoy the Ice Palace, Sphinx Observatory, and outdoor viewing platforms. The railway is a marvel of engineering, built in the early 20th century, and remains a top attraction in Interlaken. The trip offers multiple photo stops and a chance to experience high-altitude scenery. It's a must-do for nature lovers and adventure seekers visiting Switzerland.

Don't miss

• Ride the cogwheel train through the Eiger tunnel with windows offering cliffside views
• Visit the Ice Palace, a series of ice sculptures and tunnels inside the glacier
• Stand on the Sphinx Observatory viewing platform at 3,571 meters
• Enjoy panoramic views of the Aletsch Glacier, the largest in the Alps
• Experience the Eiger Express, a high-speed cable car with stunning vistas

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Jungfrau Railways

Cheapest way inRopes Park Interlaken4.9★ · 30 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$57 per personSee dates →Best full dayJungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip from Interlaken4.6★ · 540 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$348 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleFrom Interlaken: Private Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen Tour4.5★ · 13 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$406 per personSee dates →

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Getting there

Know before you go

• Dress warmly; temperatures at the top are well below freezing even in summer.
• Bring altitude sickness medication if prone; the summit is over 3,400 meters.
• Download the Jungfrau Railways app for real-time schedules and audio guides.
• Pack snacks and water, as food at the top is expensive.

A bit of history

Construction of the Jungfrau Railway began in 1896 and was completed in 1912, a remarkable feat of engineering. It was built to provide access to the Jungfraujoch, a saddle between the Jungfrau and Mönch peaks, and has since become one of Switzerland's most iconic tourist railways.