Jungfraubahn Cogwheel Railway

The iconic Jungfraubahn, a marvel of engineering, provides a scenic journey through rock tunnels and alongside glaciers, culminating at the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe station. While the ultimate destination is a renowned attraction, the railway itself is a crucial transport link and an experience in its own right. It offers breathtaking views from intermediate stations like Eismeer and Eigerwand. Operates year-round, typically from early morning to late afternoon, with varying frequencies (every 30 mins to an hour). Tickets are expensive, often around CHF 200 per person return from Kleine Scheidegg, but discounted with various travel passes (e.g., Swiss Travel Pass, Jungfrau Travel Pass). This railway system climbs approximately 1,393 meters from Kleine Scheidegg (2,061 m) to Jungfraujoch (3,454 m) over a length of 9.3 km, with gradients up to 25%.