
From Lauterbrunnen: Rack Railway to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe
Did you know that parts of the Swiss Alps have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites? Grab a Rack Railway ticket to Jungfraujoch and enjoy the scenery in this alpine region. You'll travel from the Lauterbrunnen to one of the highest railway...
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Did you know that parts of the Swiss Alps have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites? Grab a Rack Railway ticket to Jungfraujoch and enjoy the scenery in this alpine region. You'll travel from the Lauterbrunnen to one of the highest railway stations in the world.
Activity Description
Snowy peaks, an observatory and a chocolate museum are some of the offerings at Jungfraujoch, a Swiss glacier saddle located at 3,463 metres (11,361 feet) above sea level. To reach this destination, you'll take two rack trains: first from Lauterbrunnen Railway Station to Kleine Scheidegg, then onward to Jungfraujoch. The travel time is approximately two hours.
What to Do at Jungfraujoch?
Admission to several local attractions is included with your ticket:
The Sphinx Observatory: a panoramic terrace with views of the Aletsch glacier.Alpine Sensation: an exhibition on the history of Jungfraujoch inside a rock.The Ice Palace: a glacial tunnel with ice sculptures.Aletsch Glacier: a winter sports area.Lindt Shop-Museum: dedicated to a prestigious Swiss chocolate brand.
You can also book tickets to the Snow Fun Park, with activities such as zip lines, available only between mid-June and October, and subject to changes.
Schedule
Trains between Lauterbrunnen and Jungfraujoch run several times a day. Check schedules on the official websites of Jungfraujoch and the Swiss railway company SBB for information on possible temporary closures.
Prices
Included
- Rack railway from Lauterbrunnen to Kleine Scheidegg
- Rack railway from Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch
- Admission tickets to local attractions
- Round
- trip tickets