Alpine showstoppers, time-travelling railways and more — explore these lesser-known trips on Europe’s most punctual network.

Few nations nail train travel like the Swiss: an extensive, impeccably run network whisks travellers effortlessly from Alpine peaks to piazza terraces. Here are some of the spots along the way.

Climb aboard the Brienz Rothorn Bahn for a spectacular 4K journey into the heart of the Swiss Alps. Operating since 1892, this heritage steam train ascends from Lake Brienz to the 2,260-meter summit, ...

Switzerland is one of Europe’s most beloved destinations, with dramatic Alpine landscapes, picturesque towns, lush valleys and peaceful meadows. Travellers can bike, hike, swim, kayak and canyon in ...

Discover ski routes through Switzerland, Christmas market tours in Munich and even Finland’s very own Santa Claus Express ...

The Alpine town of Gstaad in the Swiss Alps is loved by celebrities for its discfretion and authenticity, and is fantastic ...

Fred. Holidays, has teamed up with Switzerland Tourism and Travel Switzerland to launch a dedicated 2026 Switzerland Rail Holidays brochure. It showcases the country as a year-round destination with a ...