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, ...

Ride the Gornergrat Bahn from Zermatt to 3,089 meters for views of Dufourspitze, the Matterhorn, and the Swiss Alps. This ...

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

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 ...

Switzerland is frustrated at the lack of progress to move more freight across the Alps by train. Despite this country ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. There’s no need to rush to get to Zermatt this winter – the alpine village has something to offer year-round Ah, ...