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 stations in the world.

Activity Description

Snowy peaks, a observatory, and a chocolate museum are highlights at Jungfraujoch, located at 3,463 metres (11,361 feet) above sea level. To reach this destination, you'll take two rack railway trains: first from Lauterbrunnen Railway Station to Kleine Scheidegg, then to Jungfraujoch. Expect to arrive after approximately two hours.

What to Do at Jungfraujoch?

Admission to several local attractions is included with your ticket:

The Sphinx Observatory: panoramic views of the Aletsch glacier and surrounding mountains.Alpine Sensation: exhibition space on the history of Jungfraujoch and a glass snow globe.The Ice Palace: a glacial tunnel with ice sculptures.Aletsch Glacier: area for winter sports.Lindt Shop-Museum: focuses on a prominent Swiss chocolate brand.

In Jungfraujoch, you can also book tickets to the Snow Fun Park with attractions like zip lines. This park is only open between mid-June and October and is subject to changes.

Schedule

Trains and cable cars between Lauterbrunnen and Jungfraujoch run several times a day. Check their schedules on the official Jungfraujoch and Swiss Federal Railways SBB websites.