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Schynige Platte Ticket rack railroad from Wilderswil

4.8238 reviewsBooked 1’486×WilderswilOperated by Jungfraubahnen Management AGWeather

Enjoy an unrestricted view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau triumvirate during the one-hour ride on the nostalgic Schynige Platte Railway.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Meeting pointWilderswil train station, 3812 Wilderswil

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Highlights

  • Drive from Wilderswill to the Schynige Platte at 2076 m above sea level.
  • Experience a ride on the 19th century rack railroad
  • The nostalgic wooden rack railroad is open and allows a clear view
  • Enjoy the breathtaking view of the mountains during the 7 km ride
  • Free alphorn concert over lunch with nature cinema in the background
  • View of the triumvirate: Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau as well as Lake Brienz and Lake Thun

Description

The Schynige Platte Railway has been running along the same scenic route between Wilderswil and Schynige Platte since 1893. At the top, you’ll enjoy wonderful views of the Bernese Oberland, as well as abundant wildlife and a rich taste of Swiss tradition.

Mountain railway route

Valley station: Wilderswil

Intermediate station: Breitlauenen, by the Breitlauenen mountain inn

Mountain station: Schynige Platte

Practical information

  • The Schynige Platte Railway has wooden benches
  • The valley station is at Wilderswil railway station
  • Services may be cancelled in bad weather

SwissActivities tip

Schynige Platte is nicknamed the “Top of Swiss tradition”. Discover the Swiss Flower & Panorama Trail, a botanical alpine garden and alphorn players performing between 11 am and 2 pm.

Travelling with a pushchair or wheelchair

  • Pushchairs and wheelchairs should be foldable where possible
  • For a smooth journey, register your wheelchair with the railway by phone in advance or directly at the departure station

Travelling with a dog

  • Dogs travel free.

Inclusions

  • Included:

    Rail ticket from Wilderswil to Schynige Platte

  • Included:

    Single or return

Meeting point

Wilderswil train station, 3812 Wilderswil

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Important information

  • Paid parking at Wilderswil train station
  • Please check in advance the timetables on the day of travel

Reviews

4.8

238 Reviews

Renate26 Sept 2026

It was my first visit to Schynige Platte. The very steep railway line fascinated me. Then came the panoramic view of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, along with all the other peaks and summits surrounding us. The sweeping view across Lake Thun and into the Lauterbrunnen Valley

Alois24 Sept 2026

Everything worked perfectly on the railway, both on the outward and return journeys, with friendly staff. The restaurant staff were completely overwhelmed and had to stop taking orders for drinks and food at around 2 pm. We were able to get something to eat at the self-service area. We all thoroughly enjoyed the outing.

Sonja9 Sept 2026

Ticket available immediately. We enjoyed a ride on the Schynige Platte Railway in perfect weather. The staff were very friendly and made our day trip an incredible experience.

François6 Sept 2026

Awesome 🤩

Francis15 Aug 2026

wonderful landscape

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Provider

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Jungfraubahnen Management AG

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