From glacier-capped peaks to vineyard-draped lakeshores, Switzerland’s legendary railways turn the journey itself into the destination.

In Switzerland, the Gornergrat train ascends 4,900 feet from Zermatt to the Gornergrat summit, making it the second-highest railway in Europe after the Jungfraubahnen. Photograph by Artur Debat, Getty ...

From steam locomotives to modern panoramic trains, discover 6 Swiss train rides that offer an array of stunning journeys through the Alps, filled with charming villages, iconic peaks and more. Few ...

If riding a trifecta of famous railways through the Swiss Alps, attending a decadent chocolate tasting, and watching an unforgettable sunset with an Aperol spritz in hand sounds right up your alley, ...

Travel author Everett Potter offers his recommendations for the most charming train rides in the country, with alpine views you won’t find anywhere else. In Switzerland, the Gornergrat train ascends 4 ...