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Panoramic train · Interlaken, Berna
GoldenPass Express
Panoramic train between Interlaken Ost and Montreux, passing through Spiez, Zweisimmen, Gstaad and Château-d'Oex, in about 3 h 15 min, with no train change despite the gauge change.
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About GoldenPass Express
The GoldenPass Express links Interlaken Ost with Montreux on Lake Geneva, crossing the Bernese Oberland and the Vaud Alps. The trip takes about 3 h 15 min, with stops in Spiez, Zweisimmen, Gstaad, Château-d'Oex and Montbovon.
The line changes gauge at Zweisimmen: from Interlaken to there the tracks are standard gauge, and from there to Montreux they are metre gauge. The carriages have adjustable mechanisms, and passengers remain on the same train.
Along the route, the train runs alongside the Thunersee, climbs the Simmental valley, passes the pastures and chalets of Gstaad and Château-d'Oex and descends in curves to Montreux. The carriages have large windows, and the Prestige class features raised seats.
There are up to four trains per day in each direction. Seat reservation is mandatory in Prestige class and recommended in first and second class.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About 3 h 15 min one-way.
Best time
On a clear day, in the morning, to have the light in your favor on the mountains. In the European winter, from December to February, the pastures are covered in snow.
How to get there
The train departs from Interlaken Ost, the same station for trains to Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen.
Tip
Use the train to change regions, traveling from Interlaken to Lake Geneva without returning to Bern. tourist rail passes usually cover the fare, but seat reservations are paid separately.
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Frequently asked questions about GoldenPass Express
What is the route of the GoldenPass Express?
From Interlaken Ost to Montreux, passing through Spiez, Zweisimmen, Gstaad and Château-d'Oex.
Do you need to change trains in Zweisimmen?
No. The train adjusts its wheels for the change of gauge, and passengers remain in the same carriage.
Do you need to reserve the GoldenPass Express?
In Prestige class a reservation is required; in first and second class it is recommended.
How long does the journey take?
About 3 h 15 min between Interlaken Ost and Montreux.