The 6 most beautiful excursions for train and nostalgia Fans

Historic cog railroads, nostalgic funiculars, and elegant panoramic trains make the Bernese Oberland a paradise for rail enthusiasts. These six excursions combine breathtaking landscapes with a unique railway history and showcase the many ways to explore the region with the Bernese Oberland Pass. Whether it’s a steam-powered mountain railway, a historic route, or a stylish journey on a Belle Époque train – every ride is an experience in itself.

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Brienz – Brienzer Rothorn: the must-do excursion

A nostalgic cogwheel railway with historic steam locomotives running from Brienz to the Brienzer Rothorn.
Stunning views of Lake Brienz and the surrounding mountains.

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2021 Brienzer Rothorn Bergstation Aussicht Brienzersee ©Rabea Hüppi Fotografie

Schynige Platte: The Belle Époque on Wooden Benches

A nostalgic cogwheel train ride in traditional cars with wooden benches, departing from Wilderswil.
At the top, an impressive panoramic view of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau unfolds.

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Dampfbahnfahrt auf die Schynige Platte mit wunderbarer Aussicht auf den Thunersee

GoldenPass Belle Époque to Montreux

A stylish train journey in nostalgic cars that evoke the luxurious rail travel of the Belle Époque.
A particularly scenic route through the Simmental and the Pays-d'Enhaut to Montreux.

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Steamboat Cruises on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz

Take a ride on a historic paddlewheel steamboat like the "Blümlisalp" or the "Lötschberg"
The perfect combination of nostalgic technology, lake views, and mountain scenery.

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Niesenbahn: Historic Funicular from 1910

A historic funicular railway in two sections, running from Mülenen to the Niesen.
At the summit, visitors can enjoy sweeping panoramic views and fascinating insights into the history of the railway.

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Reichenbach Falls Railway: A Short Nostalgic Detour

A short, nostalgic funicular with a wooden car designed to look just like the original.
Direct access to the famous Reichenbach Falls and the world of Sherlock Holmes.

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Reichenbachfall Bahn Kraftwerke Oberhasli AG Fotograf David Birri v2

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Nostalgische Drahtseilbahn von Interlaken auf die Heimwehfluh

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Definitely pays off

Great matter. Free travel in the Bernese Oberland with the SBB, the BLS, the Berner Oberland-Bahn, many cable cars, the Brienzer Rothorn-Bahn, the Schynige-Platte-Bahn, the ships on the Brienzer and Thuner See, with buses ... etc ... Highly recommended even if the pass also seems expensive at first glance.

Oliver E

A must

Its vital to enjoy the discounts available .Otherwise paying full fare is very costly and it could mean missing out on some of the must see places.

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Best thing to buy if you intend travelling a lot

Certainly worth the purchase if you intend doing a lot of travelling in the area, which most people will do anyway. Easy to travel around and make the most of the excellent public transport network. Note that it doesn't cover the Schilthornbahn but you get a discount.

Michael S