The GoldenPass Line is one of the most picturesque in Switzerland. It links the Vaud Riviera to Lake Lucerne, which is the historic heart of Switzerland. It has direct connections to both Geneva and Zurich airports. The GoldenPass Line offers an extraordinary journey, with panoramic views of breathtaking scenery; a never-ending spectacle of mountain passes, alpine peaks and shimmering lakes.
Leaving Montreux, the line rises above Lake Geneva allowing a full view of the magnificent landscape of the Lake Region as it spreads out. At Jaman, it plunges through a tunnel into the mountains, changing valleys and heading for the world famous resorts of Châteaux d’Oex and Gstaad. The line attains its culminating point (1,274m/4180ft) before reaching Zweisimmen, from where the traveller can continue the trip with the GoldenPass Panoramic towards Interlaken and Lucerne.
Routes and Travel Times
(Geneva -) Montreux - Zweisimmen - Interlaken - Brünig Pass – Lucerne (- Zurich)
Travel Times:
Montreux-Lucerne: 4h45
Montreux-Zweisimmen: 1h45
Zweisimmen-Interlaken: 1h
Interlaken-Lucerne: 2h
Number of Services:
Up to 7 services daily
Train
Changes:
Train changes are required in Zweisimmen and Interlaken Ost. Customers are required to take all belongings and luggage.
Highlights
• Views of Lake Geneva and the vineyards above Montreux
• The Rougement area
• The Balthus Chalet in Rossinière
• Bernese Oberland
• Lake Thun, the Rothorn and Niederhorn Mountains
• Lake Brienz and numerous waterfalls
• Lake Lungren
• Timeless Swiss Villages
• Stunning alpine scenery
• If you’re lucky, a glimpse of the Eiger, the Mönch and the Jungfrau
Optional Excursions
Disembarking along the way, there are number unforgettable excursions you could take:
From Gstaad: Glacier 3000 offering a stunning view of the Alps.
From Lucerne: Pilatus, the steepest cog railway in the world and 360° views of Switzerland.
From Montreux: Les Rochers-de-Naye “Marmot’s Paradise” and the Chocolate Train.
From Interlaken: Jungfrau, the Top of Europe. See details of our Jungfrau VIP Pass.
Onboard Services
GoldenPass Panoramic
These ultra-modern trains are the only ones to give the traveller the unique sensation of being totally at one with the “grandeur” of the unfolding landscape. The composition of the train changes during the journey, as you switch trains along the way.
Montreux-Zweisimmen
• Panoramic 1st Class and 2nd Class coaches
• Panoramic with VIP seats
Zweisimmen-Interlaken Ost
• 1st Class lounge
• 2nd Class coaches
Interlaken Ost-Lucerne
• Panoramic 1st Class coaches
• Dining Car
• 1st and 2nd Class coaches
Panoramic First and Second Class:
• Air-conditioned
• Large panoramic windows
• Comfortable reclining seats
Panoramic VIP Seats:
GoldenPass Line is actually the world’s first panoramic train put into service between Montreux and Zweisimmen. It remains the only line in Switzerland offering VIP seating at the front of the train giving a driver’s eye view.
There are only 8 "VIP seats" on the GoldenPass and reservations and the payment of a supplement are required for these seats.
GoldenPass Classic:
The GoldenPass Classic train will enable you to take part in a unique experience in the spirit of the Orient Express. Offering 1st and 2nd class Belle Epoque coaches and a wine tasting cellar coach, this train runs every day from Montreux to Chateau-d’Oex, Gstaad and Zweisimmen. A cold dish is served in the wine tasting cellar coach and in 1st class upon reservation.
Onboard Dining:
Bar and Minibar: Montreux to Zweisimmen
Minibar: Zweisimmen to Interlaken Ost
Dining Car: Interlaken Ost to Lucerne
Additional information:
• Wheelchair accessible, some stations with lifts
• Rest rooms in each car
• Luggage storage in each car
• All trains are non-smoking
Fares
The GoldenPass Line can be reserved 60 days prior to the train departure date.
Seat reservations are mandatory.
GoldenPass Line journey between Montreux-Lucerne is covered by your rail pass, the only additional charge incurred is for a seat reservation or a VIP seat supplement is booked. Valid rail passes include: Eurail Global Pass, Eurail Select Pass (including Switzerland), Swiss Passes, Eurail Austria-Switzerland Pass and Eurail France-Switzerland Pass.
Sector tickets can also be purchased on the following routings:
Lucerne-Montreux
Lucerne-Interlaken
Interlaken-Gstaad
Spiez-Montreux
Gstaad-Montreux
Exchange/Refund
Reservations are non-refundable and non-changeable.
To Book
This product is not currently available to book through our online booking system.
To book, please contact one of our Rail Specialists on 1300 360 823 or email details of your requirements to
info@railtickets.com.au
Rail Protection Plan
Many rail passes and tickets are non refundable and cannot be reissued, our Rail Protection Plan offers peace of mind knowing that you are financially covered if things do go wrong.
