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GoldenPass-Line - Guide
from Lucerne - Interlaken - Spiez to Montreux
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line
Rail Travel Guide 'GoldenPass-Line'
from Lucerne via Interlaken - Spiez to Montreux
Travel Guide with Luzern - Pilatus - Sarnen - Giswil - Lungen - Brünigpass - Meiringen - Innertkirchen - Brienz - Oberried - Ringgenberg - Interlaken - Wilderswil - Jungfraujoch - Schilthorn - Leissigen - Spiez - Erlenbach - Därstetten - Oberwil - Boltingen - St. Stephan - Lenk - Gstaad - Saanen - Rougemont - Château-d'Oex - Rossinière - Gruyères - Bulle - Broc - Montbovon - Montreux. Railroad linen Pilatus - Goldene Rundfahrt, Dampfzahnradbahn Brienz-Rothorn-Bahn, Zahnradbahn Jungfraujoch-Bahn, Seilbahn Schilthorn, Zahnradbahn Schynige-Platte-Bahn, Standseilbahn Reichenbachfall-Bahn, Seilbahn Stockhorn, Rocher-de-Naye, Standseilbahn Mont Pèlerin, Zahnradbahn Les Pléiades
The GoldenPass-Line is one of the most outstanding railway lines connecting the well-known places of Lucerne, Interlaken and Montreux. This trip presents an insight for the traveler into the life and culture of the country. The GoldenPass trains run several times a day all year round, and so the traveler may board and re-enter and get to know different people, languages and mentalities on both sides of the 'Röstigraben'. Take your time, it`s worth it .. Our guide accompanies you on this exciting journey of discovery. The attractive and traditional route with the GoldenPass Panoramic trains takes you from Lake Lucerne to Lake Geneva. From Lucerne you cross the historic sites of the Obwalden region, climb Brünigpass on a section of gear drive, continue towards Lake Brienz, follow its shore to Interlaken and then continue along Lake Thun to Spiez and through Simmental to Zweisimmen. From Zweisimmen, the GoldenPass line meanders through the river valley of the Saane to the world-famous resort of Gstaad. Through the Pays d'Enhaut and Gruyère country, the route takes you over the ridge of the Vaud Prealps passing the Rochers-de-Naye and then descends to Lake Geneva and the town of Montreux.
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Streckenkarte GoldenPass-Line
Lucerne on Lake Lucerne
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Luzern on Lake Lucerne
Lucerne on Lake Lucerne
The origins of the city of Lucerne date back to the 8th century, when the monastery of St. Leodegar was founded. Since 1332 Lucerne has belonged to the 'Swiss Confederation'. The main attractions are the picturesque old town with its historic 14th century town houses, Chapel Bridge - also dating from the 14th century-, Old Town Hall at Kornmarkt, historic Wine Market and “Hofkirche” St. Leodegar. Lucerne presents a number of museums to the visitor including the Rosengart Collection, the Richard Wagner Museum and the Swiss Museum of Transport.
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Pilatus and Golden Tour
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Pilatus und Goldene Rundfahrt
Pilatus and Golden Tour
Mount Pilatus (called the Lucerne “Hausberg”) has so many charming sides - you may experience them all together on the Golden Tour: From Lake Lucerne and Lucerne to Alpnachstad, the steepest cog railway of the world up to Mount Pilatus Kulm (2132m above sea level), the breathtaking panoramic view of the Central Swiss lakes, 73 mountain peaks and another spectacular highlight of your journey: By cable car and gondola down to Kriens.
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Railroad line GoldenPass from Luzern to Brünigpass
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Luzern zum Brünigpass
Railroad line GoldenPass from Luzern to Brünigpass
The railroad line from Lucerne to Interlaken was constructed in several sections between the end of the 18th century and 1916. From 1942 on the track has been passable for electric locomotives. The main station of Lucerne, an important railway junction in Switzerland, was rebuilt in 1991, after the old station was destroyed by a major fire in 1971. The main portal of the old Art Nouveau railway station could be saved and stands out as an archway on the station square today. Passing the picturesque small lake Wichelsee, the route reaches Sarnen.
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Sarnen - Kanton Obwalden
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Sarnen - Kanton Obwalden
Sarnen - Kanton Obwalden
Sarnen, the capital of the half-canton of Obwalden, offers its visitors many outstanding sights. On the way to Sachseln you may visit the hermitage of Brother Klaus, the Swiss patron saint.
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Giswil - Kanton Obwalden
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Giswil - Kanton Obwalden
Giswil - Kanton Obwalden
Passing silent lake Sarnersee, there is a good view of the heights of Schwendi Mountain on the other side before the train reaches the town of Giswil with Rudenz ruin.
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Lungen - Kanton Obwalden
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Lungen - Kanton Obwalden
Lungen - Kanton Obwalden
The route leads uphill through sparse coniferous forest and passes the mountain crest of Kaiserstuhl, which separates the Sarner Valley and the 200 m higher Lungern Valley and Lungernsee with its water glimmering in green. The picturesque village of Lungern is situated at the southern end of the lake at the beginning of Brünig Pass.
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Brünigpass - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Brünigpass
Brünigpass - Kanton Bern
Brünig Pass separates the cantons of Obwalden and Bern. The railway line culminates at 1008 meters above sea level with rack sections on both sides. Previously, the steam locomotives had to be turned around at the highest point of the pass.
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Meiringen - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Meiringen im Berner Oberland
Meiringen - Kanton Bern
Meiringen offers many attractions. The parish church of St.Michael with its excavations and the medieval tower of the castle ruin Resti are worth a visit. The Reichenbach Falls train leads to Reichenbach Falls, 244m above the valley floor, made famous by Sir Arthur Conan Coyle, whose fictional character Sherlock Holmes died here.
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Cable car - Reichenbachfall-Bahn - Kanton Bern
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Meiringen - Reichenbachfall-Bahn
Meiringen - Reichenbachfall-Bahn
Built in 1899, this nostalgic cable car with its faithful copy of the original wooden car goes high up in the air. Not far from the mountain station, three viewing terraces offer a breathtaking view of the waterfall and Haslital. For Sherlock Holmes fans, this excursion is compulsory: Here, the detective challenged his arch-enemy to a final fight - the violent scuffle ended with his fall into the roaring depths of this waterfall!
Cable car - Reichenbachfall Bahn
Not far from Meiringen the valley station of the Reichenbachfall cable car is situated at 600m above sea level. With a distance of 707m, it goes high up with a difference in altitude of 244m with a gradient of 617‰. The mountain station is located at 844m above sea level at the top of Reichenbach Falls, which became famous by the novel character of Sherlock Holmes created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Reichenbach Falls is a 300m high cascade of seven waterfalls in the course of Reichenbach creek. Its thunderous waters showed the way to the engineers when they constructed the rails for a cable car in 1899. Right next to the wild stream and the mighty Reichenbach Falls, the nostalgic cable car with its faithful copy of the original 24 seats wooden car goes upwards. |
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Railroad line from Meiringen to Innertkirchen
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Meiringen nach Innertkirchen
Railroad line from Meiringen to Innertkirchen
A private train runs from Meiringen to Innertkirchen. Shortly after Meiringen, the train reaches the Aare Gorge, which is bypassed with the help of the approximately 1,500 m long Kirchettunnel. At the exit of the Aare Gorge eastern tunnel station, travelers may make out an imposing glacier mill and a suspension bridge across the river.
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Innertkirchen - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Innertkirchen im Berner Oberland
Innertkirchen - Kanton Bern
In Innertkirchen the Gelmerbahn, the steepest funicular in Europe, leads to lake Gelmersee (1,850m) in the midst of a magnificent mountain panorama. The mountain village of Innertkirchen at the foot of the Alpine passes Grimsel and Susten is an excellent starting point for exploring the Aare Gorge and the nearby Gauligletscher.
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Railroad line GoldenPass from Meiringen to Interlaken
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Meiringen nach Interlaken
Railroad line GoldenPass from Meiringen to Interlaken
As the journey continues travelers will get a good overview of Lake Brienz and, on the opposite side of the lake, of the 14 cascades of Giessbach Falls. The train crosses a long steel bridge and then follows the shoreline again.
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Brienz - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Brienz im Berner Oberland
Brienz - Kanton Bern
The village of Brienz, which was first documented in 1146, is located at an idyllic site on the northern shore of the lake. During a trip on Lake Brienz, you can enjoy the view of the surrounding mountains, well-known Giessbach Falls and historic Grand Hotel Giessbach, which can be reached via a footpath or the funicular railway.
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Brienz - steam powered cog railway Brienz Rothorn
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Brienz - steam powered cog railway Brienz Rothorn
Brienz - steam powered cog railway Brienz Rothorn
With a distance of 7.6km, the steam cog railway climbs up to the mountain station Rothorn Kulm at 2,244m with its magnificent 360° panorama. The one-hour drive passing the station Planalp at 1341m above sea level always offers changing impressions and fantastic views.
Guide steam powered cog railway Brienz Rothorn
On 31 October 1891, the first steam locomotive arrived at the summit of Brienzer Rothorn. The opening of the railroad company took place on June 17, 1892 and until 1914 the steam trains regularly went up to Brienzer Rothorn during the summer months. At the outbreak of the First World War, the operation had to be stopped and could not be resumed until 1931, after 16 years of shutdown. In the meantime, the Brienz Rothorn Bahn had become the only steam cog railway in Switzerland, all others had been electrified. In the years to come the value of the Brienzer Rothorn Steam Cog Railway has been recognized and appreciated. Today, it is a vivid reminder of the bygone era of steam engines. Directly from the train station, the track rises steeply uphill through a bright deciduous forest, tunnels with viewing windows and coniferous forest before arriving at Planalp station. Here, the water tanks are refilled. Over alpine pastures ... |
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Oberried - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Oberried im Berner Oberland
Oberried - Kanton Bern
Oberried on the sunny side of Lake Brienz forms the interface between the Alpine region Brienz-Meiringen-Hasliberg and the Jungfrau region. Thanks to this central location, a lot of different sights of both regions can be visited.
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Ringgenberg - Kanton Bern
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Ringgenberg im Berner Oberland
Ringgenberg - Kanton Bern
Worth a visit are the castle church, built in 1671 in the castle ruins belonging to the Lords of Ringgenberg, as well as Schadburg ruins and the church ruins in the neighboring village of Goldswil.
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Interlaken - Kanton Bern
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Interlaken im Berner Oberland
Interlaken - Kanton Bern
Interlaken is situated on a flood plain between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, at the foot of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The cultural and historical sights of the place, that was first mentioned in 1133, include the Town Hall Square Unterseen, the casino with the magnificent casino gardens as well as the former monastery area with the castle - built in 1748 -, the castle church and the provost.
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Wilderswil - Cog Railway Schynige Platte - Kanton Bern
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Wilderswil - Zahnradbahn Schynige Platte
Wilderswil - Cog Railway Schynige Platte
From Wilderswil a cog railway goes up to the 1.987m high mountain station of Mount Schynige Platte, which allows a magnificent view down to Interlaken and over the entire Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau Region
Guide Cog Railway Schynige Platte
Climbing Schynige Platte by cog railway feels like being in 'Belle Epoque'. From Wilderswil Station at 584m above sea level the nostalgic railway follows a seven kilometer route up to Schynige Platte at 1987m above sea level; the trip takes 50 minutes. The mountain offers a beautiful view of Interlaken, Brienzersee, Thunersee as well as the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau Region. The railway carriages with their wooden benches dating from the 19th century are reminiscences of bygone times. The Schynige-Platte-Bahn (SPB) in the Bernese Oberland is a cog railway with a track width of 800mm and works with System Riggenbach-Pauli. The route was opened on June 14 1893 and electrified in 1914. The locomotives from those days have been in daily use up until today. The average gradient of the railway is 19%, its steepest gradient is 25%. The smallest curve radius is 60 meters. Also today there are daily rides ... |
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Jungfraujoch Bahn - Kanton Bern
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Jungfraujoch Bahn
Jungfraujoch Bahn - Kanton Bern
The approximately 9 km long rack railway of the Jungfrau Railway leads from Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch. The tunnel stations Eigerwand and Eismeer allow an overwhelming view of the cliffs of the Eiger North Face, the Männlichen, the Bernese Oberland and Eiger Glacier. The terminus Jungfraujoch at an altitude of 3,454 m is the highest railway station in Europe known as 'Top of Europe'. Visitors to the 3,471 m high Jungfraujoch can expect a unique high-alpine landscape.
Guide Train Ride up to Jungfraujoch
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Schilthorn Bahn - Kanton Bern
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Schilthorn Bahn
Schilthorn Bahn - Kanton Bern
First, a cable car takes the travelers to the mountain station Grütschalp and opens the view to the opposite side of the valley with the village of Wengen, Kleine Scheidegg pass and the mighty peaks of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Now another train follows the steep slope of the Lauterbrunnen valley to Mürren. From the valley station of the Schilthorn cable car, the cable car takes you to 2,970m high Schilthorn in about 30 minutes. The magnificent view out of the cable car is surpassed by the unique 360° panorama on the summit with a view of the entire Jungfrau Region.
Guide Train from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen - Mürren - Schilthorn - Piz Gloria
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Railroad line GoldenPass from Interlaken to Spiez
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Interlaken nach Spiez
Railroad line GoldenPass from Interlaken to Spiez
Some different railway companies and gauges meet at the station of Interlaken-East: The Brünigbahn SBB and the Bernese Oberland Railway with 1000m narrow gauge and the Bern-Lötschberg Railway with 1435mm standard gauge. Therefore, you have to change to another train. The journey now leads along Lake Thun to Spiez.
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Leissigen - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Leissigen im Berner Oberland
Leissigen - Kanton Bern
The memorial for well-known Swiss painter Ferdinand Hodler, the 'Alte Säge Leissigen' and the striking church are worth visiting at Leissingen.
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Navigating Brienzer- and Thunersee
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Navigating Brienzer- and Thunersee
Navigating Brienzer- and Thunersee
Enjoy the marvelous view of the imposing mountains, historic castles and romantic lakeside towns on both sides of the lakes during the cruise. Combine the journey with a fine meal on board or experience an unforgettable sunset when taking an evening cruise.
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Spiez - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Spiez im Berner Oberland
Spiez - Kanton Bern
The picturesque town of Spiez is situated between Lake Thun and the hills of Hondrichshöhen. Popular attractions in the small town are Spiez Castle, built in the 10th and 11th century and known as 'Goldener Hof am Wendelsee', as well as the late romanic castle church.
Guide Niesen - Lookout-point above Thunersee
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Railroad line GoldenPass from Spiez to Zweisimmen
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Spiez nach Zweisimmen
Railroad line GoldenPass from Spiez to Zweisimmen
From Spiez, the journey continues southwest by the Simmentalbahn, past vineyards with the grapes of the very rare and very popular Spiez wine. On the right side there are the reservoirs of the Bernese Powerplant.
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Erlenbach - Stockhorn - Cable Car - Kanton Bern
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Erlenbach - Stockhorn-Seilbahn im Berner Oberland
Erlenbach - Stockhorn - Cable Car - Kanton Bern
In Erlenbach worth in addition to the visit to the church with magnificent murals from the year 1420, a trip by cable car to Stockhorn.
Guide Stockhorn - Cable Car - Kanton Bern
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Därstetten - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Därstetten im Berner Oberland
Därstetten - Kanton Bern
Passing a covered wooden bridge, the train reaches Därstetten. This community presents a number of cultural attractions, including the Knutti House, one of the most beautiful and important farmhouses in Simmental, the Church of St. Mary and a few remaining ruins of Weissenburg Castle.
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Oberwil - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Oberwil im Berner Oberland
Oberwil - Kanton Bern
In Oberwil, the Mauritius church with its beautiful murals and the ruins of Heidenmauer Castle have been saved from decay.
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Boltingen -Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Boltingen im Berner Oberland
Boltingen - Kanton Bern
The route leads on through two short tunnels along the slope to Boltigen. The Alemannic name refers to nearby Jaunpass, which connects the Gruyère region with Simmental. In addition to the interesting local historic museum, the church of St. Mauritius is worth a visit.
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Railroad line GoldenPass from Zweisimmen to Lenk
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Zweisimmen nach Lenk
Railroad line GoldenPass from Zweisimmen to Lenk
Since 1912, the trains have been rolling on this 13km long route from Zweisimmen to Lenk in the upper Simmental. Once it was planned to continue the train via Adelboden through the Engstligental to Frutigen, but this was not put into effect.
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St. Stephan - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - St. Stephan im Berner Oberland
St. Stephan - Kanton Bern
The pretty little town of St. Stephan lies between Zweisimmen and Lenk in the Upper Simmental. The traveler may enjoy attractions such as St. Stephen's Church with beautiful murals and well-preserved Simmentaler Ständer block buildings such as Perren House.
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Lenk - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Lenk im Berner Oberland
Lenk - Kanton Bern
At the upper end of Simmental Valley 3'243m high Wildstrubel marks a wonderful panoramic view. Lenk at the foot of the massif has been known as a popular spa since the 18th century thanks to its sulfur and iron mineral springs.
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Railroad line GoldenPass from Zweisimmen to Gstaad
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Zweisimmen nach Gstaad
Railroad line GoldenPass from Zweisimmen to Gstaad
During the journey, the magnificent panorama of the mountains and valleys is ever present. On the way to Schönried railway station the route crosses its highest point and opens the view to the mountain panorama of Saanenland. With a view of Mount Rübli, Mount Gummfluh and the mountains above Les Diablerets, after running some magnificent panoramic curves, the route ends down at Gstaad .
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Gstaad - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Kanton Bern
Gstaad - Kanton Bern
The sophisticated resort of Gstaad is a world-famous ski resort offering an extensive ski area. In addition to magnificent hotel buildings, such as the 'Hotel Palace', the chalets impress with their typical regional wood construction. The Menuhin music festival in summer, Country Night Gstaad in September and the Gstaad Tennis Tournament have become visitor attractions.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Col du Pillon -Cable car Glacier 3ooo
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Col du Pillon -Cable car Glacier 3ooo
Col du Pillon -Cable car Glacier 3ooo
Glacier 3000 is the attraction of the region . A cable car from Col du Pillon climbs up to the top of this incomparable vantage point. The mountain restaurant was designed by star architect Mario Botta.
Guide Glacier 3ooo - magnificent panoramic views in Bernese Oberland
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In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Railroad line GoldenPass from Gstaad to Montbovon
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Gstaad noch Montbovon
Railroad line GoldenPass from Gstaad to Montbovon
The train journey takes you across the so-called Röstigraben from German- to French-speaking Switzerland and from the canton of Fribourg to the canton of Vaud.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Saanen - Kanton Bern
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Saanen im Berner Oberland
Saanen - Kanton Bern
Saanen, first mentioned in 1228, is the capital of Saanenland in the western Bernese Oberland. The name of the village bears the same name as the river passing through it, the Saane. Worth seeing are Mauritius Church, various chapels and the museum of Saanen Country.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Rougemont - Kanton Waadt
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Rougemont im Kanton Waadt
Rougemont - Kanton Waadt
Romanesque Parts of the former priory church are preserved in the reformed church of Rougemont. Next to it a castle for the Berne governors was built in the 16th century. The wooden houses dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries present beautiful facades with inscriptions, paintings and carvings.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Château-d'Oex - Kanton Waadt
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Château-d'Oex im Kanton Waadt
Château-d'Oex - Kanton Waadt
Château-d'Oex is located in a beautiful alpine countryside. Typical of the place are the old decorated chalets. Especially worth seeing is the castle church of St. Donat. Thanks to its favorable climate, Château-d'Oex has become a hot-air ballooning metropolis.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Rossinière - Kanton Waadt
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Château-d'Oex im Kanton Waadt
Rossinière - Kanton Waadt
Rossinière presents many interesting buildings, such as the church, the clock tower, the Chalet de La Place and the Grand Chalet, one of the largest historic wooden houses in Switzerland with richly decorated façades. When the Grand Chalet was a hotel, the writer Victor Hugo stayed here overnight.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Chocolate Train from Montreux to Broc
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Chocolate Train from GoldenPass Montreux to Broc
Chocolate Train from GoldenPass Montreux to Broc
The famous chocolate train starts in Montreux and takes the traveler to the Gruyère region, where the fine Cailler chocolate and of course the Gruyère cheese come from. Exclusively first class in 'Belle Epoque' Pullman cars from 1915 and / or in modern panoramic cars, the trip first goes to Gruyères to visit the picturesque town and the cheese dairy. How chocolate is made can be experienced at Maison Cailler in Broc together with a film show and a tasting tour.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Gruyères - Kanton Fribourg
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Gruyères im Kanton Fribourg
Gruyères - Kanton Fribourg
The medieval town of Gruyères, with its imposing Château de Gruyères and Saint-Théodule Church, casts a spell on the visitors with its charm and picturesque architecture. The only street in town, the Marktgasse, is framed by two impressive rows of houses from the 15th to the 17th century.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Bulle - Kanton Fribourg
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Bulle im Kanton Fribourg
Bulle - Kanton Fribourg
The imposing castle with its mighty main tower and the ring wall with attached corner towers dominates the picturesque town of Bulle. The central town square is surrounded by the town hall, the market hall and the church of St. Pierre-aux-Liens
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Broc - Kanton Fribourg
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Broc im Kanton Fribourg
Broc - Kanton Fribourg
Broc is famous for its 'Maison Cailler' chocolate factory, but it also boasts other attractions, such as the 14th-century Chateau d'En-Bas, the 17th-century church of Saint-Blaise Chapel Notre-Dame des Marches and the ruins of Montsalvens Castle at the beginning of Jaunbachtal.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Railroad line GoldenPass from Montbovon to Montreux
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Railroad line von Montbovon nach Montreux
Railroad line GoldenPass from Montbovon to Montreux
After Montbovon, the train crosses the Hongrin Gorge and winds up the slope in a sharp bend. To the right there is a beautiful view of the Gruyère valley. After leaving the Jamantunnel, you have a first magnificent view of Lake Geneva with the Savoy Alps as a backdrop. In wide loops and sharp bends, the train meanders down to Montreux on Lake Geneva.
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Montreux on Lake Geneva - Kanton Waadt
Guide GoldenPass-Line - Montreux on Lake Geneva - Kanton Waadt
Montreux on Lake Geneva - Kanton Waadt
The sophisticated and exclusive Montreux on Lake Geneva is known for its mild climate, the subtropical vegetation and the magnificent Alpine panorama. Worth seeing are the parish church of St. Vincent, Castle Chatelard with the mighty main tower and the nearby Chillon Castle situated on a rock in Lake Geneva.
By paddlesteamer crossing Lake Geneva
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In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
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Train station Montreux
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Montreux - Zahnradbahn Rochers-de-Naye
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Montreux - Cog Railway Rochers-de-Naye
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Montreux - Cog Railway Rochers-de-Naye
Montreux – Cog Railway Rochers-de-Naye
The cog railway up to the 2,042m high Rochers-de-Naye, the distinctive mountain of Montreux, follows its track across the middle of the old town and the former village of Les Planches with its narrow streets. The route offers beautiful views of Lake Geneva and Chillon Castle. After passing some woodland, the panorama opens up to the west in the direction of Swiss Jura and the surrounding mountain peaks. Alpine Garden, marmot park, mountain and rock restaurant as well as original Mongolian yurts await visitors at the mountain station.
Guide Cog Railway Rochers-de-Naye
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Rack railway to Les Pléiades
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Vevey - Blonay - Zahnradbahn nach Les Pléiades
Cog Railway to Les Pléiades
The route to Les Pléiades runs across the suburbs of Vevey, overlooking the beautiful park of the Baroque castle of Hauteville. Passing through St. Légier-La Chiésaz, the route meanders uphill past the mighty Blonay Castle, through sparse forests and along lush alpine meadows. Les Pléiades offers an overwhelming panoramic view over Lake Geneva and from the mountains of the Mont Blanc region and the Savoy Alps to the Swiss Jura. In May, wild daffodils transform the meadows into an ocean of white flowers.
Guide Cog Railway Vevey - Blonay - Les Pléiades
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Cable car from Vevey to Mont Pèlerin
Bahnreiseführer GoldenPass-Line - Vevey - Standseilbahn zum Mont Pèlerin
Cable car from Vevey to Mont Pélerin
From Vevey you can take the funicular to Mont Pélerin. Crossing the vineyards of the Lavaux, the train first reaches the picturesque wine-growing town of Chardonne and then passes the 15th-century castle on its way up to the mountain station at the foot of Mt. Pélerin. There you have to walk another 200m up to the foot of the observation tower with its panoramic elevator. The view 'Plein Ciel' from the platform of the tower pays for the effort.
Guide Cable car from Vevey to Mont Pélerin
For a trip to Mont Pélerin, the funicular railway running through vineyards, orchards and forests is the most convenient means of transport. High above Lac Léman, this mountain presents the most beautiful views. The 'Plain Ciel' lift guarantees even more. At the top of Mont Pélerin there is the 130meter-high Swisscom TV tower. A lift leads to the viewing platform at a height of 65 meters above the ground, presenting a magnificent panorama of Lake Geneva, the Alps and across the Mittelland to the Jura mountains. The southern slope of Mont Pélerin is accessible by a funicular railway from Vevey, built in 1900. Unusually for a funicular it takes three intermediate stops on its way from the beginning at the level of Lake Geneva to the mountain station. During the eleven-minute steep climb up the hill, there is a ... |
In the german GoldenPass-Line travel guide you will find a detailed description of the railway line and many pictures of the sights along the route.
Other current information, opening and driving times, city tours, entrance and fares, hiking and biking suggestions, vouchers and reductions, other attractions and bike rentals: Tourist office or city administration
==> current SBB timetable information of the Swiss Federal Railways
The editorial team from GoldenPass
The editorial team from GldenPass, Ingrid and Achim Walder from Walder-Verlag and Niklaus Mani fron GoldenPass-Line
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