Gliding smoothly past the colossal, near-vertical rock face of the Eiger North Face in the ultra-modern Eiger Express gondola is an unforgettable highlights of the journey to the top. This heavy-duty, state-of-the-art tricable cable car system carries passengers from the Grindelwald Terminal up to the Eigergletscher station in comfort. The spacious, glass-walled cabins offer panoramic views of the green Grindelwald valley below before rising into the rugged, rocky world of the high Alps.
The ride combines cutting-edge Swiss engineering with classic, dramatic scenery, making the commute to the Jungfraujoch just as exciting as the destination itself.
One fun fact people love:
The Eiger Express cuts the traditional travel time from Grindelwald to the Jungfraujoch by a massive 47 minutes, making a day trip significantly more relaxed.
Where in Jungfraujoch is it?
The gondola runs between the Grindelwald Terminal in the valley and the Eigergletscher station at the base of the peaks.
How to reach:
Easily reached by taking the regional train directly to the modern Grindelwald Terminal station.
Best time to visit:
Year-round, offering spectacular green pastures and wildflowers in summer or dramatic, snow-covered cliffs in winter.
Best time of day:
Early morning around 8:00 AM to secure a front-facing window seat and enjoy the soft morning light casting shadows on the mountain walls.
Entry fee:
The ride is included as part of the standard round-trip ticket to Jungfraujoch, which ranges from CHF 150 to CHF 220 depending on the season.
Commute difficulty:
Very easy; features modern, level-boarding cabins with excellent wheelchair and stroller accessibility.
Things nobody tells you about this place:
- The modern cabins are equipped with heated seats and free high-speed Wi-Fi, allowing you to share your scenic photos in real-time.
- Sit on the right-hand side of the cabin when going up for the most dramatic, close-up views of the sheer rock walls of the Eiger peak.
- The gondola operates exceptionally well in high winds, ensuring reliable transport even when traditional cable cars would be forced to close.
