Alpine showstoppers, time-travelling railways and more — explore these lesser-known trips on Europe’s most punctual network.

Embark on one of Switzerland’s most scenic train rides to Brienzer Rothorn for a memorable experience. The Brienz Rothorn Bahn travels from the shores of Lake Brienz to the ridge of Brienzer Rothorn, ...

Discover Switzerland’s perfect balance of luxury, adventure, and culture—where every train ride, mountain trail, and lakeside view feels effortlessly extraordinary.

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.

The Treno Gottardo runs from three cities in the north to the sunny city of Locarno in the south—crossing the Alps along the way. Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and ...

I smile as Silvia – our tour leader on Intrepid’s eight-day Best of Switzerland rail trip – guides us confidently through Zurich’s main station, tickets to Lucerne in hand. Though Italian, Silvia now ...

Grape harvests, colorful foliage and local festivities make autumn a great time to take a scenic train or tram excursion. By Palko Karasz Lazy rivers, spectacular valleys cloaked in autumn colors, ...

Europe’s night train revival is gaining speed, and Switzerland is stepping up with an exciting new route. Swiss Federal ...