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Ticket Cable Car Melchsee-Frutt from Stöckalp
3.8(4)Kernsper person
from $33
- Paragliding Grindelwald from First
Paragliding Grindelwald from First
4.8(246)GrindelwaldTop ratedper person
from $284
- Aletscharena paragliding tandem from Fiesch
Aletscharena paragliding tandem from Fiesch
4.8(5)Fieschper person
from $194
- Golf Grindelwald - Play at the foot of the Eiger
Golf Grindelwald - Play at the foot of the Eiger
4.8(12)Grindelwaldper person
from $134
- Ticket for the Adventure World "Niklaus and Dorothee Flüe" at Lumeum
Ticket for the Adventure World "Niklaus and Dorothee Flüe" at Lumeum
5.0(5)Kernsper person
from $37
- Ticket large tour of Sasso San Gottardo
Ticket large tour of Sasso San Gottardo
Airoloper person
from $33
- Ticket Kuhniversum Trauffer World of Experience
Ticket Kuhniversum Trauffer World of Experience
5.0(6)Hofstetten near Brienzper person
from $20
- "Panorama flight" paragliding Lake Lucerne from Emmetten
"Panorama flight" paragliding Lake Lucerne from Emmetten
5.0(2)Emmettenper person
from $232
- Niederbauen Paragliding Tandem at Lake Lucerne
Niederbauen Paragliding Tandem at Lake Lucerne
4.8(10)Emmettenper person
from $258
- Niederbauen-Emmetten Paragliding Tandem
Niederbauen-Emmetten Paragliding Tandem
5.0(1)Emmettenper person
from $239
- Cross and Quer Challenge at Hasliberg Reuti
Cross and Quer Challenge at Hasliberg Reuti
Meiringen Haslibergper person
from $57
- Paragliding tandem in Lauterbrunnen Valley from Mürren
Paragliding tandem in Lauterbrunnen Valley from Mürren
5.0(74)MürrenTop ratedper person
from $257
- Via ferrata Mürren for beginners
Via ferrata Mürren for beginners
4.9(110)MürrenTop ratedper person
from $231
- Paragliding in Lauterbrunnen Valley from Mürren
Paragliding in Lauterbrunnen Valley from Mürren
5.0(16)Mürrenper person
from $245
- Jetboat Interlaken Lake Brienz from Bönigen
Jetboat Interlaken Lake Brienz from Bönigen
4.9(70)InterlakenTop ratedper person
from $102
- Kayak or Canoe Rental at Lake Lucerne from Brunnen
Kayak or Canoe Rental at Lake Lucerne from Brunnen
Brunnen-Ingenbohlper person
from $85
- Rowing boat rental Lake Brienz from Brienz
Rowing boat rental Lake Brienz from Brienz
Brienzper person
from $91
- Lauterbrunnen Helicopter Skydive
Lauterbrunnen Helicopter Skydive
5.0(6)Lauterbrunnenper person
from $696
- Schilthorn Brunch incl. Schilthorn train ticket from Stechelberg or Mürren
Schilthorn Brunch incl. Schilthorn train ticket from Stechelberg or Mürren
4.7(113)Mürrenper person
from $147
Good to know about Furka-Berg Railway
Travel Guide
4 Highlights of the Furka Cogwheel Railway
- The nostalgic journey takes place on authentically restored cogwheel steam locomotives and historic passenger cars.
- The ride passes through an untouched mountainous landscape of the Swiss Alps, featuring Alpine roses and marmots during the summer.
- Notable engineering feats along the route include the Steffenbach Bridge, which folds in during winter, the Furka summit tunnel, and the steep cogwheel sections.
- You can combine the steam train ride with other modes of transport like the Treno Gottardo and the postbus for a varied travel experience.
Route of the Furka Mountain Steam Railway
The Furka Mountain Steam Railway connects Realp (Uri) and Oberwald (Valais) over the Furka Pass along its approximately 18 km narrow gauge track. The train departs from Realp station (1,538 m above sea level) and follows the Reuss River uphill.
Key Sections of the Route
- Steep cogwheel sections with strong gradients of up to 11.8% lead to the stop at Tiefenbach (1,846 m above sea level) and further to the highest point of the route (2,160 m above sea level).
- Furka Summit Tunnel (1,874 meters long): This tunnel crosses the mountains at an elevation of 2,163 m above sea level and connects the cantons of Uri and Valais. Inside the tunnel, the train runs without cogwheel traction, but with a descent of 3.5%.
- Descent into the Rhone Valley: Using cogwheel sections, the train reaches Gletsch (1,757 m above sea level). This was formerly a stop for the Glacier Express. The journey ends in Oberwald (1,366 m above sea level) with a connection to the Matterhorn-Gotthard-Bahn.
Technical Features
The route combines adhesion (max. 35‰) and cogwheel sections, overcoming tight bends and winding through alpine gorges. The journey takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes by steam train.
Assistance During the Journey on the Furka Mountain Steam Railway
During your ride on the Furka Mountain Steam Railway, you'll be looked after by a team of volunteers. They ensure everything runs smoothly and are available to answer your questions.
The operation relies on over 600 volunteers and their associations, with a total of 6,000 members. The railway operates from late June to mid/end September, running from Thursday to Sunday.
The journey lasts about two hours, with several stops to enjoy the scenery or indulge in culinary treats. A highlight is the 25-minute stop at Furka station, where you can find freshly grilled sausages and chat with the train crew. In cooler weather, a heated tent is available. There are also toilets and an info point with brochures.
4 Highlights of the Furka Cogwheel Railway
- The nostalgic journey takes place on authentically restored cogwheel steam locomotives and historic passenger cars.
- The ride passes through an untouched mountainous landscape of the Swiss Alps, featuring Alpine roses and marmots during the summer.
- Notable engineering feats along the route include the Steffenbach Bridge, which folds in during winter, the Furka summit tunnel, and the steep cogwheel sections.
- You can combine the steam train ride with other modes of transport like the Treno Gottardo and the postbus for a varied travel experience.
Route of the Furka Mountain Steam Railway
The Furka Mountain Steam Railway connects Realp (Uri) and Oberwald (Valais) over the Furka Pass along its approximately 18 km narrow gauge track. The train departs from Realp station (1,538 m above sea level) and follows the Reuss River uphill.
Key Sections of the Route
- Steep cogwheel sections with strong gradients of up to 11.8% lead to the stop at Tiefenbach (1,846 m above sea level) and further to the highest point of the route (2,160 m above sea level).
- Furka Summit Tunnel (1,874 meters long): This tunnel crosses the mountains at an elevation of 2,163 m above sea level and connects the cantons of Uri and Valais. Inside the tunnel, the train runs without cogwheel traction, but with a descent of 3.5%.
- Descent into the Rhone Valley: Using cogwheel sections, the train reaches Gletsch (1,757 m above sea level). This was formerly a stop for the Glacier Express. The journey ends in Oberwald (1,366 m above sea level) with a connection to the Matterhorn-Gotthard-Bahn.
Technical Features
The route combines adhesion (max. 35‰) and cogwheel sections, overcoming tight bends and winding through alpine gorges. The journey takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes by steam train.
Assistance During the Journey on the Furka Mountain Steam Railway
During your ride on the Furka Mountain Steam Railway, you'll be looked after by a team of volunteers. They ensure everything runs smoothly and are available to answer your questions.
The operation relies on over 600 volunteers and their associations, with a total of 6,000 members. The railway operates from late June to mid/end September, running from Thursday to Sunday.
The journey lasts about two hours, with several stops to enjoy the scenery or indulge in culinary treats. A highlight is the 25-minute stop at Furka station, where you can find freshly grilled sausages and chat with the train crew. In cooler weather, a heated tent is available. There are also toilets and an info point with brochures.