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Contents.
Arrive relaxed
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The Swiss Travel System
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UNESCO World Heritage
Switzerland
34–35
The 10 most beautiful
panorama routes
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Grand Train Tour
of Switzerland
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Switzerland in panorama format.
Grüezi.
brochure the 10 most picturesque panorama
routes in Switzerland. And in addition, top travel
highlights in one special package – the Grand
Train Tour of Switzerland. On the following pages
you will find useful tips for discovering the many
other delights of the country when touring by
train, bus and boat. Also, for the first time, an
overview of all 11 UNESCO World Heritage sites
in Switzerland. We are waiting to welcome you!
SwissTravelSystem.com, Webcode 1290
With its 26,000 captivating kilometres of train,
bus and boat routes and many mountain rail-
ways, Switzerland is like one big pleasure park.
From majestic mountains, crystal-clear lakes
and verdant valleys, to villages and vibrant cities,
the country is a truly unique travel experience.
Especially when using the excellent public trans-
port system. Inspired by the many scenic splen-
dours, attractive excursion destinations, and
remarkable railway routes, we present in this
Picturesque perspectives on the GoldenPass Line from Lucerne to Montreux
Grüezi. Panoramic journeys.

RegioExpress Bern–Luzern und Lötschberger.
Arrive relaxed.

5ICE near Spiez, Bernese Oberland
Arrival.
Your holiday experience begins even
before you reach your destination.
By train, plane and fast comfortable
connections, start your stay in Switzer-
land by arriving rested and relaxed.
Arrival by train
When it comes to rail travel, the Swiss are world
champions. That goes for international connect-
ions, too. Every day many trains cross into the
country from throughout Europe – from Germany
and Austria, France, Italy and the Netherlands.
To enhance your travel experience, most trains
include a dining car or bar, electrical connections,
a newspaper service. And much more besides.
Arrival by air
You land in Switzerland, climb aboard your train
or bus, and head for your holiday destination.
It’s that simple. Swiss airports are well connected
to the country’s extensive public transport net-
work. Zurich and Geneva Airports have their own
railway stations, with trains departing every few
minutes to the city centre or more distant desti-
nations. Basel and Bern Airports are served by
regular local bus services to the city centre, from
where you can continue your trouble-free travel
by train.
Arrive relaxed. Panoramic journeys.

7GoldenPass Classic, Simmental, Bernese Oberland
Unique in the world.
Switzerland is pure seduction of the
senses. Taste our chocolate or cheese
for example – and you’ll simply surren-
der to temptation. It’s the same with
Swiss public transport.
Delightfully diverse
Where else in the world can you discover so
many delightful destinations, simply by stepping
aboard a bus, boat or train? Switzerland is where
travel technology teams up with nature. Almost
no village or valley is too remote, no corner too
concealed and no mountain too mighty to be
reached by public transport.
Connections guaranteed
Whether touring Switzerland by train, bus or
boat, you will always find the right connection.
At your arrival border railway station. Your arrival
airport. Or up to towering 3800-metre snow-
capped summits. Thanks to the Swiss Travel
System. The Swiss take pride in their public
transport – and in ensuring that you reach your
destination in comfort and on time. Guaranteed.
Regular, reliable
Nationwide, the Swiss public transport system
has been operating to a reliable and regular
interval daily timetable for many years. To this
day buses, boats and trains have lost nothing
of their legendary precision and punctuality. They
operate at regular half-hourly or hourly intervals.
The Swiss Travel System. Panoramic journeys.

8 Panoramareisen. RegioExpress Bern–Luzern und Lötschberger.
Panoramic
journeys.

9Bernina Express, Morteratsch, Graubünden
New horizons.
Visitors are offered a wealth of holiday
delights and destinations. And getting
to them with the Swiss Travel System is
half the fun. Switzerland offers the most
attractive panorama routes in the world.
Pioneering and panoramic
Switzerland is always on the move. From west
to east, from north to south. Along highways and
byways – and always with the most breathtaking
views. Panorama routes such as the Glacier
Express or GoldenPass Line have long enjoyed
international acclaim, and to this day have lost
nothing of their fascination. These remarkable
routes are the symbiosis of human endeavour,
pioneering technology and scenic splendours.
Stopover surprises
But it doesn’t always have to be the classic
panorama routes. Even the “normal” trains offer
an enjoyable travel experience. Best of all – you
can always stop off along the way to explore the
local sights and surprises. An Alpine excursion by
mountain railway? A visit to one of Switzerland’s
fascinating museums? A stroll through one of the
city centres? No problem. Simply climb aboard
the next train that comes your way.
Ten panorama routes
On the following pages you will find the most
attractive panorama routes in Switzerland –
10 timeless treasures just waiting to be travelled.
Panoramic journeys. Panoramic journeys.

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Panorama route 1 – from St. Moritz to Zermatt.
Glacier Express
The world’s slowest express train is
also the most famous – with stunning
scenery and a remarkable array of rail-
way engineering feats linking the Alpine
resorts of St. Moritz and Zermatt. The
red and white train wends its way across
no fewer than 291 bridges and through
91 tunnels. But don’t worry, you won’t
miss anything. Observation windows
open up vistas of unique landscapes –
for example, the Engadine with its tradi-
tional sgraffito-decorated dwellings, the
Reichenau-Tamins meeting point of the
upper and lower Rhine rivers, and the
Domleschg valley with its 13th century
Schloss Ortenstein and other countless
castles. Other scenic highlights include
the glorious Goms region, Disentis with
its beautiful Benedictine monastery, the
400-metre deep Rhine Gorge and the
2033-metre high Oberalp Pass. And
of course the mighty Matterhorn. All in
a spectacular setting of rugged rock
faces, crystal-clear mountain lakes and
unspoilt villages. Mentioning all the
scenic sights would take us forever –
so why not step
aboard the
Glacier Express
and see for
yourself?
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Glacier Express near Andermatt, Uri
Reaching new heights. Travel from the Upper Engadine to
the Matterhorn in 7½ hours. Or vice versa. There are quicker
ways of getting there – but none provides more pleasure than
the Glacier Express.
Panoramic journeys. Glacier Express.

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Zürich
St. Gallen
Basel
Luzern
Bern
Neuchâtel
Interlaken
Locarno
Lugano
Genève
Lausanne
Montreux
Chur
Andermatt
Lenzerheide
St. Moritz
Davos
Zermatt
Brig
Excursion tips: Glacier Express.
Did you know?
■■ While travelling on the Glacier Express you
can enjoy a 3-course menu or the dish of
the day. Meals are prepared on board with
the freshest ingredients.
■■ Interesting route information is pro-
vided for passengers via headphones
in six languages – English, Japanese,
Chinese, French, Italian and German.
Further information and accommodation on
St. Moritz and region
■■ Leaning Tower – since the 12th century,
landmark of St. Moritz. The tower is 33 metres
high and leans 5.5 degrees
■■ Corvatsch – highest-altitude mountain station
in the eastern Alps (3303 metres); a paradise
for skiers and hikers
■■ Silsersee – take a trip on Europe’s highest-
altitude navigable lake (1800 metres)
Chur and region
■■ Brambrüesch – Chur’s “home mountain”,
directly accessible from the city centre
by aerial cableway
■■ Rhine Gorge – between Ilanz and Reichenau,
explore the “Grand Canyon of Switzerland”
on foot, by bike or rafting boat
Zermatt
■■ Zermatlantis – the fascinating history
of Zermatt in the Matterhorn Museum
■■ Gornergrat – at 3131 metres, views of the
Matterhorn and 28 other 4000-metre peaks
■■ Matterhorn glacier paradise – breathtaking
views extend over Swiss, French and Italian
Alpine peaks
Stellisee near Zermatt, Valais
Glacier Express. Panoramic journeys.

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Panorama route 2 – from Chur to Tirano (Italy) and Lugano.
Bernina Express
The Bernina Express must be the most spectacu-
lar Alpine crossing. Departing from Chur, the
crimson-coloured train climbs to the Upper
Engadine before weaving its way behind the
Bernina Hospiz (2253 metres) through the
Poschiavo Valley into the Valtellina region of Italy.
The first highlight awaits passengers near
Filisur, where the train traverses an awe
inspiring landmark – the 65-metre-high
Landwasser viaduct. The route contin-
ues through 55 tunnels and across
196 bridges, making short work of the
gradients (even without a rack-and-pinion
system). The cross-border Albula and Bernina
lines between Thusis and Tirano owe their
UNESCO World Heritage status to stunning
sights such as the famous Montebello Curve
(with views of the Bernina massif and Morteratsch
Glacier), the Pitschen, Nair and Bianco lakes,
Alp Grüm and the Brusio circular viaduct. And
nothing can compare with catching that first glint
of glacial ice on the horizon.
The most beautiful Alpine experience. The Bernina Express
seamlessly connects the cool north with the warm sunny south,
effortlessly overcoming the steepest gradients. This is one of the
most beautiful rail trips in the world.
Bernina Express, Brusio, Graubünden
Panoramic journeys. Bernina Express.

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Zürich
St. Gallen
Basel
Luzern
Bern
Neuchâtel
Interlaken
LocarnoGenève
Lausanne
Montreux
Zermatt
Brig
Chur
St. Moritz
Tirano
Lugano
Chur and region
■■ Arosa Railway – covers 26 kilometres and an
altitude difference of 1000 metres, but takes
only an hour to complete
■■ Albula Adventure Railway Trail from Preda to
Bergün – perfect interplay between landscape
and technology
■■ Albula Railway Museum – 600 exhibits from a
century of railway history, including one of the
last “crocodile” locomotives
Lugano and region
■■ Parco Civico-Ciani – Lugano’s “green lung”
with plants and trees from around the world
■■ Palm Express – 4 hours by PostBus from
Lugano’s palms to the peaks of St. Moritz
■■ Gandria – a tiny town at the foot of the Monte
Brè; visit the Swiss Customs Museum on the
border with Italy
■■ Splash & Spa – fun and wellness at the
Tamaro Water Park (10,000 square metres)
■■ Monte San Giorgio – UNESCO World Heritage
site (shared by Switzerland and Italy) with
perfectly preserved ancient marine fossils
Excursion tips: Bernina Express.
Did you know?
■■ No other man-made landmark on the
Bernina route is as impressive as the Brusio
circular viaduct. Built more than a century
ago, it climbs gradients of up to 7%.
■■ In summer you can prolong your excursion
by taking the Bernina Express
Bus from Tirano (Italy) along Lake
Como and back into Switzerland
to Lugano.
Further information and accommodation on SwissTravelSystem.com, Webcode 1292
Albula Railway Museum, Graubünden
Bernina Express. Panoramic journeys.

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Panorama route 3 – from Lucerne to Montreux.
GoldenPass Line
Going for gold. The GoldenPass Line links six lakes and two of the
country’s contrasting language regions. Combine timeless tradition
in German-speaking Central Switzerland with French flair on Lake
Geneva. All in one day.
Taking a day trip on the GoldenPass
Line is in itself like taking a short vaca-
tion. After leaving Lucerne and its
enchanting lake and mountains, enjoy
more scenic splendour as the Lucerne-
Interlaken Express climbs leisurely past
the Alpnach, Sarner and Lungern lakes
up to the Brünig Pass. Then comes the
descent to Meiringen, Brienz (on the
same-named lake) and Interlaken. Here
you change trains to continue along
Lake Thun and past the picturesque
wooden houses of the Simme Valley to
Zweisimmen. From here, the Golden
Pass Panoramic heads for glamorous
Gstaad. Along the way Rossinière is
renowned for its Grand Chalet (dating
from the 18th century and the largest
inhabitable wooden house in Switzer-
land). Passengers’ first glimpse of Lake
Geneva comes as the train winds its
way through vineyards to your day’s
destination, Montreux.
Between Zweisimmen
and Montreux you can
also travel by the Gold-
enPass Classic, a replica
of the elegant Belle
Epoque trains – and a
must for nostalgia fans.
GoldenPass Panoramic, Gstaad, Bernese Oberland
Panoramic journeys. GoldenPass Line.

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Montreux and region
■■ The Chocolate Train – take the trip to Broc,
enjoy a different taste of travel
■■ Chillon Castle – historic lakeside castle, with
wall murals and vaults
■■ Rochers-de-Naye – at 2000 metres, marmots
from many countries, Mongolian yurts and
other attractions
Excursion tips: GoldenPass Line.
Zürich
St. Gallen
Basel
Bern
Neuchâtel
Locarno
Lugano
Genève
Lausanne
Chur
St. Moritz
Zermatt
Brig
Luzern
Interlaken
Zweisimmen
Montreux
Did you know?
■■ An attraction on the Brünig Pass (Giswil
to Meiringen) is the Brünig Safari operated
by the Zentralbahn from May to October.
The wild animals along the route are made
of wood – but so remarkably lifelike.
■■ On the GoldenPass Line between
Zweisimmen and Montreux you
can travel in one of the eight VIP seats right
at the front of the train – with its spectacular
views, an unforgettable experience.
Lucerne and region
■■ The Water Tower and Chapel Bridge –
Lucerne’s legendary landmarks from the
14th century. The covered wooden footbridge
is the oldest in Europe
■■ Mount Pilatus – the steepest cogwheel railway
in the world (48% gradient)
■■ Stanserhorn – first by oldtimer funicular, then to
the summit by futuristic CabriO cableway
Interlaken and region
■■ Schilthorn – setting for the 007 movie “On Her
Majesty’s Secret Service”. Bond World and Piz
Gloria revolving restaurant
■■ Brienzer Rothorn – the steam-driven cogwheel
railway provides a traditional travel experience
from yesteryear
■■ Ballenberg Open-Air Museum – Switzerland
with ancient farmhouses, traditional arts and
crafts and livestock
Pilatus Railway, Lucerne-
Lake Lucerne Region
GoldenPass Line. Panoramic journeys.

Panorama route 4 – from Lucerne to Lugano/Locarno.
Wilhelm Tell Express
From Tell to Ticino. The Wilhelm Tell Express isn’t just another
panoramic route. This is where boat and train team up to show you
two of Switzerland’s most beautiful regions – Central Switzerland
and Italian-speaking Ticino.
It’s difficult to say which part of the Wilhelm Tell
Express route is more memorable. The three-hour
cruise on Lake Lucerne? Or the train journey
on the famous Gotthard route? What it lacks in
speed, this “express” makes up for with the most
varied travel experience imaginable. At Lucerne’s
quayside, you board a historic steamer. In the
distance, famous and familiar sights – to the left
Mount Rigi, straight ahead the Bürgenstock
and Titlis, to the right the Pilatus.
You glide past historic landmarks
such as the Schiller Stone, Rütli
Meadow and Tell’s Chapel. And in
the elegant Belle Epoque floating restaurant,
enjoy pleasures for the palate. At Flüelen, you
change to a 1st class panorama car for the rail
journey to Canton Ticino. The train winds its way
from 470 to 1100 metres altitude, passing
through the 15-kilometre Gotthard Tunnel (which
dates from the 19th century and took 10 years
to build at a cost of some 200 lives). The train
re-emerges on the sun-kissed southern side of
the Alps, and in the summer season an accom-
panying guide provides interesting information
on the Gotthard region.
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Wilhelm Tell Express near Vitznau, Lake Lucerne
Panoramic journeys. Wilhelm Tell Express.

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Zürich
St. Gallen
Basel
Bern
Neuchâtel
Genève
Lausanne
Chur
St. Moritz
Zermatt
Brig
Interlaken
Montreux
Luzern
Locarno
Lugano
Bellinzona
Lucerne and region
■■ Saphir Yacht – a Lake Lucerne cruise in
a state-of-the-art panorama vessel
■■ Mount Titlis – the world’s first revolving aerial
cableway climbs to eternal snow
Bellinzona and region
■■ Three historic castles from medieval times –
a UNESCO World Heritage site
■■ Bellinzona–Chur PostBus route – discover a
wonderland of climatic and cultural contrasts
Locarno and region
■■ Centovalli Express – the fastest Ticino-Valais
route passes the highest church spire in
southern Switzerland
■■ Brissago Islands – sub-tropical paradise and
exotic plant life on Lake Maggiore
Lugano and region
■■ Mount Brè – from Switzerland’s sunniest
summit, fine views of the Monte Rosa and
distant Bernese and Valais Alps
■■ Mount San Salvatore – beautiful vantage point
overlooking Lake Lugano
■■ Swiss Miniature (Melide) – see Switzerland on a
smaller scale, including mountains, monuments
and means of transport
Excursion tips: Wilhelm Tell Express.
Did you know?
■■ On the Gotthard rail route, you can see
Wassen’s beautiful Baroque church no
fewer than three times – and always from
a different perspective.
■■ The new Gotthard Base Tunnel from
Erstfeld (Central Switzerland) to Bodio
(Ticino) opens in late 2016 – at nearly
60 kilometres the world’s longest rail tunnel.
Mount San Salvatore, Lugano
Wilhelm Tell Express. Panoramic journeys.

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Panorama route 5 – from St.Gallen to Lucerne.
Pre-Alpine Express
The softer side of Switzerland. It needn’t always be towering
peaks and deep rugged ravines. The Pre-Alpine Express introduces
you to a Switzerland of gently undulating hills, picture-perfect villages
and orchards.
This train is definitely not designed to take you
from A to B via the quickest route. Climb aboard
the Pre-Alpine Express from St.Gallen to Lucerne,
and there’s one thing you’ll require in abundance
– time. Because there’s so much to see. First
there’s St.Gallen with its famous Abbey Library,
one of the most ancient and impressive monastic
libraries in the world. The route then crosses into
neighbouring Canton Appenzell with its distinctive
landscape and impressive Alpstein
massif. Rolling hills and pristine villages
pass by your panorama windows as
the train winds its way through the
idyllic Toggenburg and the peaks of the Chur-
firsten range come into view. In Rapperswil, the
“City of Roses” at the eastern end of Lake Zurich,
you pass the scenic Seedamm; and then the
Rothenthurm upland moor before the Mythen
cliffs (landmark of Canton Schwyz) come into
view. When the Pre-Alpine Express passes Arth-
Goldau and Lake Zug you’re nearing Lucerne,
your journey’s end.
Pre-Alpine Express, Steinen, Schwyz
Panoramic journeys. Pre-Alpine Express.

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Zürich
Basel
Bern
Neuchâtel
Locarno
Lugano
Genève
Lausanne
Chur
St. Moritz
Zermatt
Brig
Interlaken
Montreux
Luzern Rapperswil
St. Gallen
St.Gallen and region
■■ Abbey Precinct and Library – the spirit of the
Benedictine monks still lingers in this UNESCO
World Heritage site
■■ Mount Säntis – one of Switzerland’s most
scenic panoramas at 2502 metres
■■ Appenzell – extends from Lake Constance
to the Säntis, is steeped in tradition and easy
to explore by public transport or on foot
Rapperswil and region
■■ Rapperswil Castle – this impressive
13th century citadel has been a Polish
Museum since 1870
■■ Lake Zurich cruise – choose from a fleet
of two steamships and 12 motor vessels
Lucerne and region
■■ The Lion Monument – commemorating the
death in 1792 of Swiss mercenary soldiers
during the French Revolution
■■ Lake Lucerne cruise – enjoy a leisurely boat
trip in scenic Central Switzerland
■■ Goldau Wildlife Park – nature area for wildlife
such as deer, wolves and lynx
Excursion tips: Pre-Alpine Express.
Did you know?
■■ When travelling by Pre-Alpine Express,
you cross the highest railway bridge in
Switzerland – the 99-metre high Sitter
viaduct near St.Gallen.
■■ When crossing the Seedamm between
Rapperswil and Pfäffikon, you see the
longest modern wooden footbridge in
Switzerland (841 metres) – part of the
“Camino de Santiago” pilgrimage route.
Aerial cableway,
Mount Säntis, Eastern
Switzerland
Pre-Alpine Express. Panoramic journeys.

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Panorama route 6 – from Lucerne to Brig.
RegioExpress Lucerne–Bern and Lötschberger
Delightful detours. The most direct routes may be the quickest.
But not always the most scenic. The RegioExpress trains of the
BLS go to great lengths to make detours – rewarding passengers
with spectacular sights.
Straight lines are simply not an option
on the excursion routes of the BLS.
So many winding ways invite you to ex-
plore the wealth of historic and scenic
sights. Only a quarter of an hour after
leaving Lucerne you reach the former
Franciscan monastery of Werthenstein,
for centuries a popular place of pilgrim-
age. Another attraction is the Entlebuch
Biosphere Reserve, since 2001 a
UNESCO World Heritage site with its
untouched moorlands, sparkling
streams and unique flora and fauna.
Your journey continues to the cheese-
making region of the Emmental, famous
also for its traditional farmhouses. From
Canton Bern, the train crosses into
Canton Valais – but avoiding the time-
saving Lötschberg Base Tunnel to take
instead the classic century old moun-
tain route to Brig. Numerous hiking
and excursion opportunities present
themselves along the way, spectacular
sights including the Kander viaduct.
And before reaching Brig take time after
Hohtenn to admire the breathtaking
views of the Rhone Valley.
BLS Lötschberger, Hohtenn, Valais
Panoramic journeys. RegioExpress Lucerne–Bern and Lötschberger.

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Excursion tips: RegioExpress Lucerne–Bern and Lötschberger.
Zürich
Basel
Neuchâtel
Locarno
Lugano
Genève
Lausanne
Chur
St. Moritz
Zermatt
Interlaken
Montreux
St. Gallen
Luzern
Bern
Brig
Lucerne and region
■■ Swiss Museum of Transport – the history of
travel on road, rail, water and in the air
■■ UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Entlebuch – un-
spoilt landscape in the “wild west” of Lucerne
Bern
■■ Old town quarter – the longest weather
protected shopping arcades in the world
■■ Zytglogge – centuries-old clock tower with
fascinating figure play
■■ Paul Klee Centre – dedicated to the eminent
Swiss-born artist (1879–1940)
Bernese Oberland
■■ Mount Niesen – take the trip by funicular
up to Switzerland’s “pyramid” peak
■■ From Kiental to Griesalp – the steepest
PostBus route in Europe
■■ Lake Oeschinen & Blue Lake – two of the most
beautiful mountain lakes in Switzerland
Brig and region
■■ Stockalper Palace – imposing 17th century
landmark of the Upper Valais
■■ Allalin (Saas-Fee) – you can climb this
3456-metre mountain by underground funicular
■■ Aletsch Arena – skiing/hiking in the UNESCO
World Heritage site Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch
Did you know?
■■ In Switzerland you can learn the secrets of
top quality biscuit-making. The Kambly Train
operates Tuesday-Sunday from Lucerne to
the Kambly Biscuit Company factory in
Trubschachen.
■■ At an average height of 28 metres, two
impressive railway bridges cross the River
Kander and its valley – the 265-metre viaduct
dating from 1913 and the 285-metre viaduct
built in 1981.
Mount Niesen, Bernese Oberland
RegioExpress Lucerne–Bern and Lötschberger. Panoramic journeys.

Panorama route 7 – from Interlaken to the Jungfraujoch.
Jungfrau Railway
To the top of Europe. An excursion up to the Jungfraujoch
is the highlight of any vacation visit to Switzerland. Stand on
the “Top of Europe” – and the world of the Alps is at your feet.
You can’t help sensing a certain spirit
of adventure and exploration when
you reach the Jungfraujoch – Top of
Europe. Climbing skills, strength and
stamina are of course needed to con-
quer the Jungfraujoch on foot. But you
can leave all that to the professionals –
and let the train take the strain instead.
Departing from Interlaken Ost, your
destination is the highest-altitude
station in Europe. When changing trains
at the Kleine Scheidegg, the views of
the notorious Eiger North Face, the
Mönch and Jungfrau are simply stun-
ning. Once on the “Top of Europe” at
3454 metres, heaven is almost within
reach. A wonderworld of sparkling
snow and ice extends as far as the eye
can see (including the mighty Aletsch
Glacier, at 23 kilometres the longest
in the Alps and part of the UNESCO
World Heritage site). You can even
go inside the mountain, and tour the
“Alpine Sensation” exhibition tracing
the fascinating 100-year history of
the Jungfrau
Railway.
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Jungfrau Railway, Kleine Scheidegg, Bernese Oberland
Panoramic journeys. Jungfrau Railway.

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Zürich
Basel
Bern
Neuchâtel
Locarno
Lugano
Genève
Lausanne
Chur
St. Moritz
Zermatt
Brig
Montreux
St. Gallen
Luzern
Interlaken
Jungfraujoch
Excursion tips: Jungfrau Railway.
Did you know?
■■ The Jungfrau Railway covers an altitude
difference of 1400 metres and gradients of
up to 25%. You can stop off along the route
to see the impressive views through big
observation windows.
■■ The railway has been travelling to
the “Top of Europe” for more than
100 years. It took 16 years to complete
and was inaugurated in 1912 – nine years
later than planned.
Interlaken and region
■■ Sphinx Observation Terrace – spectacular
views of the Aletsch Glacier (UNESCO World
Heritage site)
■■ Harder Kulm – Interlaken’s ”home” mountain,
starting point for attractive hikes
■■ Schynige Platte – travel by nostalgic cogwheel
railway up to impressive views of the Eiger,
Mönch and Jungfrau
■■ Lakes of Thun and Brienz – a wonderful way to
explore the beauty of the Bernese Oberland
(total of 14 ships)
■■ Trümmelbach Falls – 10 glacial waterfalls dive
into its depths
■■ St. Beatus Caves – named after a legendary
missionary monk, who is said to have lived here
in the 6th century
■■ Staubbach Falls – dropping impressively from
a height of nearly 300 metres
■■ Grindelwald First and the First Flyer –
suspended from a cable, fly through the air
at up to 84 kilometres an hour
Sphinx Observation Terrace, Jungfraujoch
Jungfrau Railway. Panoramic journeys.

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Panorama route 8 – from Geneva to Locarno.
Lavaux–Simplon–Centovalli Line
Switzerland – wine land. Take the train from Geneva to Locarno,
and you’ll discover the Lavaux vineyards, a divinely beautiful land-
scape between Lausanne and Montreux. And a UNESCO World
Heritage site since 2007.
via Lausanne (home of the Olympic Museum),
Montreux (famous for its annual International jazz
festival), Martigny (gateway to the Great St. Ber-
nard Pass) and Brig (with its splendid 17th century
Stockalper Palace). The route then passes through
the Simplon Tunnel linking Switzerland with Italy.
From Domodossola the narrow gauge Centovalli
Line brings passengers back across the Swiss
border, passing chestnut woods,
deep ravines and the Merlot
del Ticino vineyards
along its winding way.
“Wine is bottled poetry,” wrote the 19th century
Scottish novelist Robert Louis Stevenson who
(although completing his “Treasure Island” while
staying in Switzerland) never saw the shores of
Lake Geneva. Had he done so he would have dis-
covered that wine is poetry while still growing as
grapes on the vine, even before the bottling
process. Between Nyon and Morges the lakeside
vineyards of La Côte take pride of place, followed
from Lausanne to Montreux by the largest wine-
growing region in Switzerland – the Lavaux. Many
a traveller is tempted to take a leisurely tasting tour
through the vineyards and medieval towns with
their welcoming wine cellars. The train continues
Swiss Federal Railways train near Montreux, Lake Geneva Region
Panoramic journeys. Lavaux–Simplon–Centovalli Line.

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Zürich
Basel
Bern
Neuchâtel
Locarno
Lugano
Chur
St. Moritz
Zermatt
Interlaken
St. Gallen
Luzern
Genève
Lausanne
Brig
Domodossola
Montreux
Martigny
Excursion tips: Lavaux-Simplon-Centovalli Line.
Did you know?
■■ The Simplon Rail Tunnel between Brig
(Switzerland) and Iselle (Italy) is nearly
20 kilometres long. It comprises two
singletrack shafts, which were opened
in 1906 and 1923 respectively.
■■ The Centovalli Express line between
Domodossola (Italy) and Locarno passes
through the tiny village of Intragna, where
the 65-metre church spire is the highest in
southern Switzerland.
Geneva
■■ Palais des Nations – European headquarters of
the United Nations
■■ Jet d’Eau – 140-metre-high water fountain in
Lake Geneva and famous city landmark
■■ International Red Cross & Red Crescent
Museum – an insight into the humanitarian
work of the Geneva-based movement
Lausanne and region
■■ Olympic Museum – history of the Olympics
from ancient times to the modern day
■■ Lake Geneva cruise – for almost 200 years
ships have been sailing on Lake Geneva
Martigny and region
■■ St. Bernard Dog Museum – the history of the
St. Bernard Pass, including its legendary dogs
■■ Mont-Blanc Express – by narrow gauge
cogwheel railway to Chamonix (France)
Locarno and region
■■ Cardada – from this scenic summit you can see
the highest (Monte Rosa massif) and the lowest
point (Maggia Delta) of Switzerland
■■ Verzasca Valley – where the jade-green waters
of the Verzasca flow peacefully over pristine,
polished rocks
Jet d’Eau, Geneva
Lavaux–Simplon–Centovalli Line. Panoramic journeys.

Panorama route 9 – from Basel to Geneva.
South Jura Line
These towns make Switzerland tick. The South Jura Line links
not only two of Switzerland’s largest cities, but also the German
and French-speaking parts of the country. And in between – lovely
lakeland and the hills of the gentle Jura.
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The train trip from Basel to Geneva
cannot claim to be one of Switzerland’s
great classic rail journeys. But between
the River Rhine and Lake Geneva many
scenic surprises await the traveller.
From Basel the train first reaches the
tiny town of Duggingen and ancient
Angenstein Castle, then continuing
through the Laufental valley region with
its limestone rocks and ravines. Your
route continues through lovely land-
scape along the southern rim of the
Jura mountain range, with the towns
of Morges, Yverdon-les-Bains and
Neuchâtel, strung like sparkling pearls
along the way. A further scenic highlight
is the landscape around the Three
Lakes Region of Biel, Murten and
Neuchâtel. On hillsides you may see
herds of Freibergers, the only Swiss
breed of horses. And of particular inter-
est to admirers of Swiss watches –
Biel, Le Locle and La Chaux-de-Fonds,
the country’s most important watch-
making centres.
Swiss Federal Railways train, Grandson, Jura region
Panoramic journeys. South Jura Line.

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Excursion tips: South Jura Line.
Zürich
Bern
Locarno
Lugano
Chur
St. Moritz
Zermatt
Interlaken
St. Gallen
Luzern
Montreux
Brig
Lausanne
Genève
Basel
Neuchâtel
Basel and region
■■ Rhine Ferry – cross the river on a boat driven
only by the power of the current
■■ Tinguely Museum – dedicated to Swiss
artist-sculptor Jean Tinguely (1925–1991)
■■ Basel Zoo – founded in 1874 and renowned for
its many breeding successes
Neuchâtel and region
■■ Laténium – travel back through time
and space to the origins of mankind
(Archaeological Museum)
■■ La Chaux-de-Fonds – a fascinating fusion
of urban planning and watchmaking
Geneva
■■ Mouettes – cross Geneva harbour by
“Mouette” (seagull), the yellow taxi-boat
■■ International Museum of the Reformation –
history of the 16th century Reformation
movement, initiated by Martin Luther,
John Calvin and others
Did you know?
■■ Switzerland’s shortest train tunnel (near the
Birs Ravine, close to Moutier) is only seven
metres long.
■■ Lakes Biel, Murten and Neuchâtel
are connected by canals, enabling
passenger ships to navigate on all three
lakes during a single cruise. A popular
destination is St. Peter’s Island on Lake Biel.
Rhine Ferry, Basel
South Jura Line. Panoramic journeys.

Travelling from Lucerne to Chur by train takes
only two and a half hours – that’s if you don’t get
off along the way. But by taking the quick route,
you miss the captivating contrasts between town
and country. From Lucerne (the City of Lights)
with its famous same-named lake the train heads
for Zurich, passing the Rotsee and Lake Zug
with views first of the distant Mount Pilatus and
then Mount Rigi. Zurich is Switzerland’s “capital”
of banking and finance, and a multicultural
metropolis with many sightseeing, shopping and
leisure-and-pleasure attractions. The journey
continues via Pfäffikon to Ziegelbrücke (gateway
Panorama route 10 – from Lucerne to Chur.
Three Cities Line
Where town meets country. There’s much to discover between
Lucerne and Chur. Such as Zurich, for example. This busy, bustling
metropolis on Lake Zurich is Switzerland’s largest and most inter-
national city.
to Canton Glarus) past Lake Walen and the car-
free hamlet of Quinten with its warm congenial
climate. After Sargans with its imposing medieval
castle, the train travels through the idyllic wine-
growing country of the “Bündner Herrschaft”
to Chur – cantonal capital of Graubünden and
Switzerland’s oldest city, with a settlement history
dating back 5000 years.
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Swiss Federal Railways train near Sargans, Eastern Switzerland
Panoramic journeys. Three Cities Line.

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Bern
Locarno
Lugano
St. Moritz
Zermatt
Interlaken
St. Gallen
Montreux
Brig
Lausanne
Basel
Neuchâtel
Genève
Chur
Zürich
Luzern
Lucerne and region
■■ Glacier Garden – Ice Age exhibition with
interactive and multimedia presentations;
also a fascinating mirror maze
■■ Mount Rigi – up to the “Queen of the
Mountains” by Europe’s oldest cogwheel
railway (1871) or panorama aerial cableway
Zurich and region
■■ Swiss National Museum – 820,000 exhibits
tracing the history of Switzerland from its
origins to the present day
■■ River Limmat cruise – from Zurich’s “home
river” views of the old town and some of the
city’s most attractive sights
■■ Uetliberg – accessible by train, this summit
(871 metres) offers impressive panoramic
views of the city and lake
Chur and region
■■ Raetian Museum – archaeological, cultural-
historical and folkloristic exhibits from Canton
Graubünden
■■ Heidi Village Maienfeld – home of Switzerland’s
legendary Alpine heroine
■■ Tamina Gorge & the thermal waters of
Bad Ragaz – a source of warmth, well-being,
rest and relaxation
Excursion tips: Three Cities Line.
Did you know?
■■ The first Swiss railway opened from Zurich
to Baden in 1847. It was popularly called the
“Spanisch Brötli Bahn” (Spanish bun railway)
because rich Zurich families sent their
servants to Baden to buy this speciality.
■■ The PostBus station next
to Chur train station is one
of the city’s most striking
structures. It is also the starting point for
excursions to the surrounding Alpine regions.
Rigi Railway, Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region
Three Cities Line. Panoramic journeys.

Grand Train Tour
of Switzerland.

31Glacier Express, Landwasser Viaduct, Graubünden
Exclusively Swiss.
The Swiss panorama routes never fail
to fascinate. Once you’ve acquired this
special taste for travel, the temptation
is irresistible. So why not take the Grand
Train Tour of Switzerland?
A unique travel experience
The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland represents
the very best of Swiss public transport, highlights
top excursion attractions, and can be enjoyed
all year round. And best of all you need only one
ticket – the Swiss Travel Pass.
Scenic Switzerland at its best
The Grand Train Tour is a seamless travel
experience through scenic Switzerland. First
you travel from Zurich to St.Gallen, then board
the Pre-Alpine Express to Lucerne, and there
change to the GoldenPass Line to Interlaken
and Montreux. From Lake Geneva you continue
to Martigny, Brig and Zermatt, then by the Glacier
Express to Chur and St. Moritz. From this famous
Alpine resort there are two ways to travel to
Lugano – in summer by Bernina Express and
Bernina Express Bus; in winter by Palm Express
(PostBus). From Lugano, your round-tour takes
you first to Lucerne then back to Zurich.
Grand Train Tour. Panoramic journeys.

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Schaffhausen
Luzern
Enge
Titlis
Bern
Interlaken
Jungfraujoch
Lo
Domodoss
Genève
Lausanne
Montreux
Martigny
Chamonix-Mont Blanc
Zermatt
Gornergrat
Brig
Grand Train Tour of Switzerland.
7 From Lugano to Lucerne
The Wilhelm Tell Express combines
travel by rail and waterway – first
a train trip along the old Gotthard
route, then a cruise on Lake
Lucerne. Excursion tip: Titlis.
6 From St. Moritz to Lugano
Two routes lead to Lugano in Switzerland’s sunny south.
In winter by Palm Express PostBus over passes and
through valleys; and in summer by Bernina Express train
to Tirano (Italy) then by bus back into Switzerland and
Lugano. Excursion tip: Centovalli Express from
Locarno to Domodossola.
8 From Lucerne to Zurich
From Lucerne the train passes
the picturesque lakes of Rotsee,
Zug and Zurich to the centre of
Switzerland’s largest and most
multicultural city.
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5 From Zermatt to St. Moritz
By the legendary Glacier Express
from the Matterhorn village to Chur,
then to St. Moritz. Excursion tip:
Arosa Railway from Chur to Arosa.
1
3
4
5
8
Panoramic journeys. Grand Train Tour of Switzerland.

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Zürich
n
St. Gallen
Appenzell
elberg
ocarno
sola
Lugano
Chur
St. Moritz
Tirano
Arosa
3 From Lucerne to Montreux
Then the GoldenPass Line takes
you over the Brünig Pass to Inter-
laken, then through the scenic
Simme Valley to Montreux on Lake
Geneva. Excursion tips: Jungfrau-
joch – Top of Europe and Geneva.
2 From St.Gallen to Lucerne
With the Pre-Alpine Express, you travel
through the Toggenburg region past
Rapperswil and via the Rothenturm
upland moor to lakeside Lucerne.
Excursion tip: historic old town of Bern.
1 From Zurich to St.Gallen
The route through Eastern Switzerland passes
Schaffhausen with its historic Munot fortress,
then along Lake Constance to St.Gallen with its
famous Abbey precinct. Excursion tip: Appenzell.
4 From Montreux to Zermatt
From Lake Geneva you travel to Martigny – gateway to
the Great St Bernard and Forclaz Passes – and then via
Brig to Zermatt. Excursion tips: Mont-Blanc Express
(Martigny–Chamonix) and Gornergrat (Zermatt).
Grand Train Tour route
Excursion tips
2
7
6
Grand Train Tour of Switzerland. Panoramic journeys.

UNESCO World Heritage Switzerland.
Switzerland is a land of great diversity. One only has to look at its remarkable range
of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, totalling no fewer than 11 natural and cultural
attractions. And best of all – they are all so easily accessible by public transport.
Old City of Bern
Bern never fails to fascinate visitors with its easy-
going old world charm. Founded in 1191, the
city’s medieval townscape is one of the finest in
Europe. Attractions include sculpted Renaissance
fountains, Switzerland’s largest cathedral and six
kilometres of covered arcades.
Three castles of Bellinzona
Bellinzona’s impressive castles are among
Switzerland’s best surviving examples of medieval
military fortification. Rebuilt several times over
the centuries, the fortresses of the Castelgrande,
Montebello and Sasso Corbaro have during
recent years been restored to their full glory.
UNESCO World Heritage site – the Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch
Benedictine Convent of St John, Müstair
Founded as a monastery in the 8th century, this
complex comprises architectural styles and artistic
treasures dating back more than 1200 years – to
the delight of archaeologists and art historians. The
convent is home to a community of nuns dedicated
to the Benedictine ideals of worship and work.
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Benedictine Convent of St John, Müstair
Panoramic journeys. UNESCO World Heritage Switzerland.

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La Chaux-de-Fonds / Le Locle
La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle are two of
Switzerland’s most important watchmaking
centres – and also examples of innovative town
planning. Watchmaking grew from a traditional
craft into a booming industry, integrated into
the development of the urban townscape.
Lavaux, Vineyard Terraces
The Lavaux Vineyards enjoy great scenic
splendour, with views of Lake Geneva and the
Alps. This is one of Switzerland’s largest wine-
growing areas (2050 acres) – nourished by the
triple effect of solar rays: direct sunlight, the sun
reflected by the lake and the warmth stored in
the terraced walls.
Monte San Giorgio
A treasure trove of perfectly preserved fossilised
fish and sea reptiles, dating back 240 million
years when the site was a marine lagoon. In its
place rose this mountain – now a UNESCO World
Heritage Site shared by Switzerland and Italy. A
top attraction is the new fossil museum in Meride.
Prehistoric Pile Dwellings around the Alps
“Prehistoric Pile Dwellings around the Alps” total
111 properties in six countries (56 in Switzerland).
Findings of organic materials such as wood,
textiles, plant remains and bones give a fascinat-
ing insight into life between 5000 and 500 BC.
Rhaetian Railway Albula/Bernina
The Albula/Bernina line of the Rhaetian Railway
is one of the most spectacular in the world. It
combines breathtakingly beautiful Alpine land-
scape with a route which winds its way through
twisting tunnels and over towering viaducts – a
legendary feat of remarkable railway engineering.
Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch
The Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch is one of the
world’s most stunning high mountain landscapes.
The region covers a vast and varied range of
habitats, harmoniously ranging from Mediterra-
nean-style steppe to glacial terrain and snow-
capped Alpine peaks.
Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona
This site offers a unique insight into the formation
of mountains and valleys. Over millions of years
the continental collision between Africa and
Europe caused massive rock layers to fracture
and fold over each other. The region reveals the
extent of this phenomenon.
Convent of St.Gallen
The Abbey of St.Gallen, its beautiful library
and Baroque cathedral together form a unique
ensemble. The Abbey Library comprises the finest
secular Rococo interior in Switzerland. Known
as the “Pharmacy of the Soul”, it houses 170,000
precious books and 2000 medieval manuscripts.
Contact
UNESCO Destination Switzerland
info@u-d-s.ch
www.u-d-s.ch
The historic old town
quarter of Bern
UNESCO World Heritage Switzerland. Panoramic journeys.

36 Panoramareisen. RegioExpress Bern–Luzern und Lötschberger.
Swiss Travel
Pass & Co.

37Trouble-free travel with the Swiss Travel Pass
For leisure & pleasure.
In Switzerland, travelling by public
transport is pure pleasure. By train, bus
and boat, you can reach every captivat-
ing corner of the country. And with so
many scenic surprises along the way.
Trouble-free travel
A 26,000-kilometre public transport network –
covered by a single system. The Swiss Travel
System is your key to trouble-free travel by train,
bus, boat and mountain railway to every corner
of the country. Nationwide, and including some
of Switzerland’s most remote regions.
More than a travel ticket
Exclusively for visitors from abroad, the Swiss
Travel System has created a selection of special
tickets and passes, covering virtually every travel
requirement. With “Swiss Travel Pass & Co” travel
by public transport is attractive, easy and trouble-
free. Whether you travel on one of the popular
panorama routes, by PostBus over Alpine passes
or set sail on a ship to new shores, the Swiss
Travel System is your passport to travel pleasure.
And that’s still not all. With a Swiss Travel System
ticket, come other bonus benefits – as you will
discover on the following pages.
Swiss Travel Pass & Co. Panoramic journeys.

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Swiss Travel Pass
Covers: unlimited travel by train, bus and boat nationwide, including
panorama routes and local public transport in 75 towns and cities.
Validity: 3, 4, 8 or 15 consecutive days. Bonus: 50% reduction off
most mountain railways and free admission to more than 480 Swiss
museums.
Swiss Travel System tickets and passes.
Swiss Travel System tickets are not simply tickets. They are a passport to a unique
public transport network. They cover unlimited travel by train, bus and boat nation-
wide, and many other benefits – reserved exclusively for visitors to Switzerland.
Swiss Travel Pass Youth
Covers: as Swiss Travel Pass. Travellers under age 26, 15% reduc-
tion off regular price of Swiss Travel Pass. Validity: 3, 4, 8 or 15
consecutive days. Bonus: as Swiss Travel Pass.
Swiss Travel Pass Flex
Covers: unlimited travel by train, bus and boat nationwide, including
panorama routes and local public transport in 75 towns and cities.
Validity: any 3, 4, 8 or 15 days within one month. Bonus: 50%
reduction off most mountain railways and free admission to more than
480 Swiss museums on travel days.
Swiss Travel Pass Flex Youth
Covers: as Swiss Travel Pass Flex. Travellers under age 26,
15% reduction off regular price of Swiss Travel Pass Flex.
Validity: any 3, 4, 8 or 15 days within one month.
Bonus: as Swiss Travel Pass Flex.
Panoramic journeys. Swiss Travel System tickets and passes.

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Swiss Half Fare Card
Covers: up to 50% reduction off travel by trains, buses and boats
throughout Switzerland, including most mountain railways and local
transport in 75 towns and cities. Validity: one month.
Swiss Half Fare Card Combi
Covers: as Swiss Half Fare Card. 50% reduction in combination
with a Swiss Travel Pass Flex and/or a Swiss Transfer Ticket.
Validity: one month.
Swiss Family Card
Covers: free of charge and on request when purchasing any
regular Swiss Travel System ticket. Children under age 16 travel
free of charge when accompanied by at least one parent.
Unaccompanied children receive 50% reduction off any Swiss
Travel System ticket.
Swiss Transfer Ticket
Covers: travel by train, bus and boat from any Swiss airport or
border railway station to your holiday destination (and back again).
The transfers must be via the direct route. Validity: 2 transfers
within one month.
Swiss Travel System tickets and passes. Panoramic journeys.

TITLIS ROTAIR
TITLIS Cliff Walk
HIGH ON EMOTIONS
Have a fabulous day out in the snow at over 3000 metres.
TITLIS ROTAIR
It’s going round! During the trip the
cable car turns 360 degrees to show
you the mountains in all their glory.
TITLIS GLACIER
Enjoy snowy fun all year round on the
highest glacier excursion in Central
Switzerland.
TITLIS GLACIER PARK
It’s cool sliding down the slope on
a snow tube or any of our other crazy
sledges.
TITLIS CLIFF WALK
To cross our incredible suspension
bridge at the summit, you need nerves
of steel as strong as the cables that
support it!
TITLIS ICE FLYER
From the chairlift you get awesome
views of the deep blue glacier crevasses.
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SWISS PASS
SWISS CARD
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Prices 2015.
Swiss Travel Pass 2nd class 1st class
Swiss Travel Pass
Youth1
2nd class 1st class
3 days 210 CHF / 171 € 336 CHF / 273 € 3 days 179 CHF / 146 € 286 CHF / 233 €
Swiss Travel Pass
Flex 2nd class 1st class
Swiss Travel Pass
Flex Youth1
2nd class 1st class
3 days in 1 month 239 CHF / 194 € 382 CHF / 311 € 3 days in 1 month 203 CHF / 165 € 325 CHF / 264 €
Combi2
1 month 120 CHF / 98 € 1 month 60 CHF / 49 €
Swiss Transfer
Ticket
2nd class 1st class
1 month 141 CHF / 115 € 226 CHF / 184 €
1)
Valid for travellers under the age of 26 (15% reduction)
2)
In combination with simultaneous purchase of a Swiss Transfer Ticket or Swiss Travel Pass Flex
Children:
Children under the age of 6 travel free of charge.
Children from 6 to 16 accompanied by at least one parent travel free of charge with the complimentary Swiss Family Card.
Children from 6 to 16 not accompanied by at least one parent receive 50% reduction off the regular price of the Swiss Travel System ticket collection.
The above Euro prices are intended as non-binding guideline prices.
If purchasing in Switzerland, the listed CHF prices shall apply.
If paying in Euros, the prevailing CHF exchange rate shall apply.
Prices subject to change.
All Swiss Travel System points-of-sale at a glance: SwissTravelSystem.com/wheretobuy
Prices 2015. Panoramic journeys.

42 CabriO aerial cableway, Stanserhorn, Lake Lucerne
More for less.

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Heading for the heights – or captivating culture?
Would you like to see Switzerland from high above? With our mountain cablecars
and cogwheel railways, we’ll take you to the top in next to no time. And for culture-
lovers, our museums are a must. They range from art and history to high-tech and
tradition, from food and folklore to wine and watchmaking.
Peak pleasures at half price
Did you know that Switzerland has no fewer than 48 4000-metre
Alpine peaks? Not to mention the 3350 mountain summits above
2000 metres. The Swiss Travel Pass entitles you to a 50% reduc-
tion off most mountain railways – and on the Rigi you pay nothing
at all.
City sightseeing
Whether Basel, Geneva, Lucerne or Lugano,
each city has its own appeal. With the Swiss
Travel Pass you can use the public transport
networks (trams, buses, boats and the suburban
railways) of 75 towns and cities nationwide. It’s
the value-for-money way to see the local sights,
enjoy chic shopping and discover trendy bars.
480 museums – free of charge
Switzerland can claim to have not only the
densest public transport system in the world,
but also the highest density of museums.
You can combine the very best of both. Because
the Swiss Travel Pass includes admission to more
than 480 museums nationwide. Free of charge.
More for less. Panoramic journeys.

150
150 years first ascent of the Matterhorn

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Trouble-free travel with Swiss public transport.
Travelling in Switzerland by public transport means more than getting from A to B.
It includes many specialized services – such as baggage transportation and dining
and wining while you travel – all designed to make your trip as enjoyable as possible.
Forget your baggage
Enjoy your visit to Switzerland from the very first minute – without
bothering about your baggage. Whether you’re arriving, departing
or already travelling, the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) will ensure
that your baggage arrives at your destination. Intact and on time.
Timetables always at hand
Want to know which train, bus or boat is leaving for which destina-
tion? Every connection can be found on SwissTravelSystem.com/
timetable or on the Smartphone App of the Swiss Federal Railways.
Further information is available from any railway station.
The taste of travel
Travelling gives you an appetite. Which is why in most Swiss trains
there’s an attractive dining car serving selected culinary creations,
an on-board bistro serving snacks, or a mobile minibar service.
Changing your money
If you forget to change your money before visiting to Switzerland, help is at hand.
At no fewer than 200 railway stations throughout the country, you can purchase not
only Swiss francs but also some 90 other currencies. At larger stations, SBB Change
counters are also open evenings and weekends.
Services. Panoramic journeys.

Luzern–Interlaken Express and Luzern–Engelberg Express.
Come aboard for an unforgettable travel
experience in the heart of Switzerland!
Looking for greener
pastures, bluer lakes,
and whiter peaks?
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Gateway to the Alps
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The airline of Switzerland
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The trade association of the Swiss hotel industry
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