Gornergrat Railway

About

Ride europe's highest cogwheel railway for epic matterhorn views.

Why go

• Breathtaking views of the Matterhorn
• Incredible views of the iconic Matterhorn
• Offers stunning views of the Matterhorn in a snowy landscape

Must try

• Ride the Gornergrat Railway
• See the Matterhorn Mountain
• Try the fondue in the restaurant at the top
• Take the Gornergrat Railway to Riffelsee Lake
• See the Gorner Glacier

Pro tips

• Sit on the right side going up for best views
• Pay 7CHF for priority boarding for a window seat
• Take the 7 am train to beat crowds
• Swiss Pass is for 50% off
• Journey takes about 33 minutes one way

Good to know

• Tickets usually available same day unless you want to guarantee a spot

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (5338 reviews)

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