Travel from Zermatt to Gornergrat aboard Switzerland’s most scenic cogwheel train. In this 8K visual journey, witness sweeping alpine views of the Matterhorn, Dufourspitze, and other majestic peaks.
In Switzerland, the Gornergrat train ascends 4,900 feet from Zermatt to the Gornergrat summit, making it the second-highest railway in Europe after the Jungfraubahnen. Photograph by Artur Debat, Getty ...
Discover Switzerland’s perfect balance of luxury, adventure, and culture—where every train ride, mountain trail, and lakeside view feels effortlessly extraordinary. The Swiss getaway is a timeless ...
The Matterhorn is the most recognizable mountain on earth - and Zermatt's calling card. The Gornergrat train is the town's most popular activity. My first ever trip to continental Europe was a hiking ...
Why it matters: Switzerland’s rail network is world-famous for combining punctuality, comfort, and jaw-dropping scenery, making it one of the most rewarding ways to explore the country. What’s ...
Alpine showstoppers, time-travelling railways and more — explore these lesser-known trips on Europe’s most punctual network. The historic Schynige Platte Railway climbs 1,420m in just over 50 minutes, ...
Zermatt, Switzerland, a breathtaking alpine village nestled at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn, is a haven for winter thrill seekers (and, bonus, the Zermatt Matterhorn ski resort is included in the ...
Travel author Everett Potter offers his recommendations for the most charming train rides in the country, with alpine views you won’t find anywhere else. In Switzerland, the Gornergrat train ascends 4 ...