Switserland The Netherlands is known for its comfortable train journeys. The routes wind past lakes, through valleys, and over mountain passes, and almost every journey is an experience in itself. You can take the train from the Netherlands and enjoy the scenery along the way, but individual journeys are also worthwhile.
Anyone taking the GoldenPass Express in summer will experience the Alps at their finest. Clear air, lush meadows, and sparkling lakes will pass you by. And the best part? All you have to do is sit back and look out the window.
Travel Route
The GoldenPass Express connects Interlaken with Montreux, passing right through the heart of Switzerland. You can board in Spiez or Gstaad, making the train journey the perfect complement to a tour of the Bernese Oberland.
From the very first minute, the view is spectacular: the deep blue Lake Thun, vineyards lining the hills, the green valley near Zweisimmen, and later the mountain passes towards Gstaad. Then the landscape gradually changes: after the alpine meadows, forests, valleys, and finally Lake Geneva at Montreux.
The entire journey, from mountain to lake, from silence to city, takes about three hours.
On-board
De tren The experience itself is an experience. Thanks to the large panoramic windows and glass roofs, it feels like you're immersed in the landscape. Golden Class offers extra comfort with reclining seats and seat controls, while regular class is already more than comfortable.
Tip: Hold you room Or smartphone at hand. There are countless photo opportunities along the way!
Practical information
The GoldenPass Express runs daily between Interlaken and Montreux and is included in the Swiss Travel Pass. Tickets are available at SBB.ch or directly at the station. The journey takes about three hours, but you can also take a shorter route, for example, from Spiez to Gstaad.
Seat reservations aren't required, but they are recommended during the summer months. The panoramic carriages with glass roofs offer the best views, especially if you're sitting on the right side facing Montreux. You can order a drink or a small snack on board as the scenery glides past.
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Accommodation tips along the route
There are plenty of places to stay overnight along the GoldenPass line. So take the train as a day trip or as part of a longer holiday. Here are some tips:
- Eden Spiez – Swiss Quality Hotel (middle class)
Modern and comfortable, with a wellness center and garden. Perfect for those arriving or departing from Spiez. - Golf hotel Les Hauts de Gstaad & Spa (luxury)
Stylish hotel with panoramic views and direct access to the train station; ideal for combining your trip with hiking or mountain biking in the area.
In conclusion
The GoldenPass Express shows just how relaxing traveling in Switzerland can be. In just a few hours, you'll travel from the Alps to Lake Geneva, while the landscape constantly changes.
Do you stay in Spiez of GstaadThen this route is the perfect way to continue or end your trip. The panoramic journey not only connects places, but also the sense of peace and variety that makes a summer holiday in Switzerland so special.
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