A car-free town at the foot of the Matterhorn, Zermatt is famous for skiing, hiking, and amazing views. It’s the starting point of the Glacier Express, setting the stage for a scenic journey.
A car-free town at the foot of the Matterhorn, Zermatt is famous for skiing, hiking, and amazing views. It’s the starting point of the Glacier Express, setting the stage for a scenic journey.
While the Glacier Express makes stops along its route, these are mainly for passenger pick-up and drop-off, not for sightseeing. The train is primarily intended as a scenic journey from start to finish.
The Glacier Express typically stops for around 5-10 minutes at most stations, except for longer stops like Andermatt or Chur. You can take a look at the detailed timetable for more information.
Filisur is where you can view the Landwasser Viaduct, one of the route's most famous landmarks. It’s a popular spot for photos.
Brig is known for its Stockalper Palace and Simplon Pass, and is a great place for scenic views and historic sites, if that is something you enjoy.
Disentis is home to the Disentis Abbey, and while it’s a smaller stop, it’s worth exploring if you’re interested in historic monasteries or hiking in the region.
The Glacier Express departs from Zermatt, so you can take time to explore the Matterhorn, Gornergrat, or wander the car-free streets of the village before your train journey begins.