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

Jungfraujoch lies at 3,463 metres (11,361 feet) above sea level and features a jaw-dropping observatory and a chocolate museum. To reach this destination, take two rack railway trains: from Lauterbrunnen Railway Station to Kleine Scheidegg, and then from Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch. The journey takes approximately two hours.

What to Do at Jungfraujoch?

Your ticket includes admission to several attractions:

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

In Jungfraujoch, you can also book tickets to the Snow Fun Park, which is only open from mid-June to October.

Schedule

Trains between Lauterbrunnen and Jungfraujoch run several times a day. Check the schedules on the official websites of Jungfraujoch and the Swiss railway company SBB for potential temporary closures.