Gornergrat Railway

Departing from the resort town of Zermatt and ascending through the high valleys, alpine forests, tunnels, and bridges in the pursuit of the Gornergrat summit, the Gornergrat Railway offers a ride that is as scenic as it is impressive. Views of some of the highest peaks in the Swiss Alps overtake the landscape, with 29 of the surrounding mountains soaring well-over 13,000 feet into the air. One of the most recognizable sights on the route, though, is the mighty Matterhorn. This iconic behemoth draws attention for its impressive height of nearly 15,000 feet and its distinct pyramid shape.

At the top of the Gornergrat, the vistas are breathtaking. Staggering mountainscapes meet views of the Gorner Glacier, the second-largest glacier in the Alps. The observation platform is the perfect place to look upon the Monte Rosa Massif and its towering peaks, including the Dufourspitze, the second-highest mountain in Switzerland.

When it comes time to descend the mountain, the trip is slightly longer, at approximately 45 minutes. The train continues to impress with its ingenuity, now utilizing a regenerative braking system that produces its own electricity and conserves energy otherwise. Much like the trip up the mountain, guests relax in comfortable seats next to large picture windows.

Serving guests every day of the year since 1928, the Gornergrat Railway is the best way to access the trails, sights, and incredible scenery that surrounds Gornergrat Mountain.

Our customers love our Gornergrat Railway tours

Best of Switzerland by Rail

22/May

Barbara Burris

“Great trip but harder than we thought it would be for people our age

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Classic Glacier Express in Winter

5/Apr

Jack Irwin Lesser

“This was one of the most amazing trips that we’ve taken since we started traveling in 2022. Our Tour Manager Debbie Perkin was amazing, and extremely helpful during our incredible journey!

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Glacier Express & the Majestic Rhine

30 Sep 2024

Suzan Murray

“Great trip with featured rail outings and cruise. It came with challenges though as average age must have been 75

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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland - An Escorted Experience

22/May

Denise Bergner

“Dinner meals provided need to have a choice as well as some Swiss dish. We had salmon 3 times. One dinner there was no choice and all 38 were given salmon. Incredibly rude and thoughtless, especially if you don’t eat fish. A choice made of chicken thighs or salmon?...

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First Class Glacier Express, Zermatt & Matterhorn

20/May

Melanie Burt

“Fantastic experience with spectacular scenery that creates a wow at every turn. Hotels are lovely, comfortable and very spacious. Would be nice to know when a location is in its off season and all shops closed, i.e St Moritz. When this has an engaging, organised and informative host, it will...

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Zermatt & St. Moritz featuring Glacier Express

20/Mar

GLORIA ENGLAND

“The itinerary should be easier to understand and should be sent out earlier

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