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.

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

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, ...

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 ...

We boarded Switzerland’s Elite Excellence Class to cross the Alps in full 5-star luxury, witnessing a journey few travelers ...

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

Explore Switzerland’s most iconic Bollywood, Hollywood and K-drama filming spots, from DDLJ meadows to Bond peaks and Crash ...