Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 m, is home to Europe's highest railway station and is the flagship attraction of Switzerland's Interlaken region, famously branded the 'Top of Europe.' It is renowned for panoramas of the Aletsch Glacier — the longest glacier in the Alps — framed by the Jungfrau, Mönch and Eiger peaks, a landscape protected as the UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch. Since the 2020 opening of the Eiger Express tricable gondola, you can reach the top from Grindelwald Terminal in about 45 minutes, and as of 2026 both cogwheel trains and the gondola operate together. Snow and ice remain year-round, making it a popular way to experience a wintry world even in midsummer.
Sphinx Observatory (3,571 m) with sweeping views over the Aletsch Glacier and the Jungfrau, Mönch and Eiger peaks
The Aletsch Glacier — longest glacier in the Alps and a UNESCO World Heritage landscape
The Ice Palace — a tunnel of ice sculptures carved into the glacier
'Alpine Sensation,' a multimedia journey through 100-plus years of Jungfrau Railway history
The Snow Fun Park and the world's highest Lindt chocolate shop
Good to know
SeasonThe summit is below freezing and often windy even in midsummer. Bring a warm jacket, gloves and hat, sunglasses for the intense snow glare, and non-slip shoes.
SafetyAt over 3,400 m, altitude symptoms such as headache or dizziness are possible. Move slowly after arriving, stay hydrated, and take extra care if you have heart or respiratory conditions.
RulesA seat reservation is mandatory from May to October (and advised off-season), roughly CHF 10 per person round-trip (verify latest). Traveling without one may limit boarding.
MannersSummit weather changes fast and cloud can erase the views. Check the official webcams before you set out and plan for a clear day; trains and gondolas run on fixed schedules, so allow generous time rather than rushing.
CautionBeware of unofficial resale sites impersonating 'official tickets' and marked-up packages. Book through the official Jungfrau Railway site (jungfrau.ch) or a verified reseller, and check discount eligibility if you hold a Swiss Travel Pass or Eurail.
SafetyConnectivity and medical access are limited at the top, so carry any personal medication and light snacks; keep visits short when traveling with young children or older adults.
Practical info
From Interlaken Ost, transfer at Grindelwald Terminal for the Eiger Express gondola, or ascend by cogwheel Jungfrau Railway via Kleine Scheidegg from Lauterbrunnen/Wengen or Grindelwald (about 45 minutes from the terminal to the top). Facilities are typically open daily from around 8:00 to 18:00, but maintenance closures (e.g., certain sections in April and November 2026) and current fares and timetables should always be confirmed on the official website.
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