Jungfrau
Europe's highest railway station beneath the Jungfrau, looking out over three legendary peaks — the Alps' most spectacular high-altitude journey.
Overview
The Jungfrau is a famous peak of the Alps at 4,158 metres. Riding the cog railway to the top of Europe reveals sweeping views of glaciers and snow-capped mountains.
History
The Jungfrau, at 4,158 metres, is an emblematic peak of the Alps, first climbed by the Meyer brothers in 1811. The Jungfrau Railway opened in 1912, reaching the highest railway station in Europe at 3,454 metres; the 16-year construction is regarded as one of the great engineering feats of the 20th century. The Jungfrau region, together with the Eiger and Mönch, forms part of the Alps and was listed as a natural World Heritage Site in 2001.
Highlights
- •Summit views from Europe's highest railway station
- •The 360-degree panorama from the Sphinx observation deck
- •The Aletsch Glacier, the longest in Europe
- •Interactive polar science at the Alpine Sensation exhibition
- •The beautifully carved Ice Palace inside the glacier
Practical tips
- •Consider a Swiss Travel Pass
- •Bring warm clothing, as temperatures at the summit are low
Practical information
- Best time
- June to September
- Tickets
- Return from Interlaken about CHF 219
- Opening hours
- Trains run year-round; start early to avoid afternoon cloud
- Local food
- Cheese fondue, rösti and chocolate
- Getting around
- Mountain railways and cable cars are extensive; a Swiss Travel Pass is worth buying
- Visa
- Switzerland is in the Schengen area and requires a short-stay Schengen visa, with an itinerary, hotel bookings, travel insurance and proof of funds.
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