Per il Jungfrau train si può partire sia da Interlaken che dalle verdi vallate di Grindelwald e raggiungere un mondo di nevi e ghiacci con la ferrovia più alta d’Europa.
Jungfrau Train Itinerary
Departure from Grindelwald. In just under an hour, the little train reaches the intermediate station of Kleine Scheidegg at 2061 meters, the meeting point with the Interlaken-Lauterbrunnen-Wengen line. Here it is advisable to make a stop to get used to the altitude and admire the spectacle offered by the three giants of the Bernese Alps: the Eiger (3970 meters, whose summit was first conquered in 1938 by an expedition of two Germans and two Austrians, one of whom was Heinrich Herrer, the same from “Seven Years in Tibet,” the novel and film); the Monch (4099 meters) and the Jungfrau (4158 meters). From here on, the train runs for 7 km with slopes up to 25% on a thrilling rack railway, carved into the belly of the Eiger between 1896 and 1912, when modern materials and construction systems did not yet exist (the amazing thing about the whole work lies precisely in this).
In the tunnel, the little train stops twice: at Eigerwand (2865 meters) and Eismeer (3160 meters), where from open windows in the mountain you can admire the dizzying peaks of the Oberland. Arriving at 3454 meters at Jungfraujoch, one realizes that they have overcome an elevation difference of 2420 meters from Grindelwald and 2886 meters from Interlaken.
From what is the highest station in Europe, the eye can also capture the immense Aletsch glacier, the Black Forest, and the French Vosges: a vast and unforgettable spectacle. It is, of course, a trip advisable in summer, with good visibility conditions and high mountain equipment.
Once on the Jungfraujoch, you can choose what to do: sit at one of the restaurant tables and enjoy the view through the windows; visit the Eispalast, a gigantic cave carved into the ice, populated by sculptures and works of art always frozen; or take the elevator and reach the terrace of the Sphynx, from where you can start an excursion towards the Monch or the Jungfrau.
Jungfrau Region
In Switzerland, the Jungfrau Region area is the recommended destination for a holiday: a full mountain experience and typical flavors to breathe fresh air deeply.
The climate in Jungfrau during the autumn months is mild. The easy access to this beautiful area of Switzerland makes it even more interesting; those who are environmentally conscious will find a true paradise here, as everything is focused on ecology and environmental balance.
Locations of Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn, Allmendhubel, Grindelwald – First, Interlaken – Harder Kulm, Wilderswil – Schynige Platte, Lauterbrunnen – Grütschalp – Mürren, Grindelwald Grund – Männlichen / Wengen – Männlichen, Lauterbrunnen – Stechelberg / Lauterbrunnen – Isenfluh.
It is possible to visit the Gorge Grindelwald glacier, experience the thrill of a toboggan run at Pfingstegg, visit the indoor Rope park in Grindelwald, engage in various sports activities in Grindelwald, practice mini golf and tennis.
