[Anonymous]

24 February 2022 at 6:23:20 #826563

Hi,

My wife and I along with my 10 month old son are planning to travel Europe this year in July-August. We will be ending our stay in France in Chamonix and want to visit Zermatt and Bernese Oberland in Switzerland before heading to Germany. We would also like to enjoy the Glacier Express experience if possible.

So should we take Glacier Express till Chur and take the Bernina express to Interlaken? Or will it be an overkill and rather just go from Zermatt to Interlaken via Montreux?

Thank you in advance for your guidance.

nirajan

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Reply 1 of 5 • 24 February 2022 at 10:44:37 #938993

Hi Nirajan and welcome to MySwissAlps.com!

The journey by Glacier Express takes about 8 hours – from my experiences this would be a very long trip with a baby. But you know yourself and your family, so you can tell it better whether it suits you. 🙂

From Zermatt to Interlaken the shortest route takes 2,5 hrs by train, If you would like to experience a nicer view while traveling, try to avoid the Lötschberg tunnel and travel via Kandersteg (it also makes the route longer).

Zermatt – Montreux – Interlaken would be a detour again and a 5,5 hors route. Can you stop and spend a night in Montreux perhaps? Then it would be worth it. From Montreux to Interlaken you can travel via the Golden Pass: http://www.myswissalps.com/goldenpass.

How many days are you spending in the Jungfrau region?

Short info – your baby will travel for free.

If you are not familiar with the SBB timetable, check this page first: http://www.myswissalps.com/timetable.

Ildiko

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Reply 2 of 5 • 24 February 2022 at 15:00:39 #938994

Hi Ildiko,

thank you for your suggestions. My wife and I were also bit concerned about the length of the Glacier express with baby on board. So now we are thinking of taking the scenic route via Kandersteg (which takes atound 4 hrs based on the DB app).

we will be staying in the Jungfrau region for 3 whole days. Do you have any suggestions on what We can do during our stay? Hiking, experiencing the valley in cog wheel train ride, cable cars (allowed for the baby) etc?

thank you

nirajan

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Reply 3 of 5 • 24 February 2022 at 17:29:00 #938995

Hi Nirajan,

I am not sure which one is that app, I am using the Swiss app, called SBB. But yes, it is around 4-4,5 hrs as far as I remember.

The Jungfrau region is one of the most scenic areas in Switzerland, with plenty of things to do and see. We have a list here: http://www.myswissalps.com/jungfrauregion/activities.

In addition to that be aware that under 2 years old high altitude is not always recommended, before visiting areas over 2500 m, you’d better consult your doctor. See more practical information on this page under “Preparation”: http://www.myswissalps.com/jungfraujoch.

Also for the baby it would be advantageous to use a baby carrier instead of the baby buggy if you would like to hike with her/him. But if you do not have any or never used any, then make sure to bring a folding stroller, so you can fit even in the smaller cable cars.

Yes, you can take her/him everywhere with you, also in the cable cars, funiculars etc.

The only place you cannot visit is the Trümmelbach Falls, as children under 4 are not allowed there because of the noise.

You’ll find hiking routes here: http://www.myswissalps.com/jungfrauregion/activities (just make sure to scroll down to half of the page).

Ildiko

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Reply 4 of 5 • 24 February 2022 at 18:32:48 #938996

Thank you for the great suggestion. Yes, we are planning on visiting only upto a certain altitude (under 2500 meters) because of the baby. Some places we have in mind are Kleine Scheidegg, First, and Männlichen. Do you think these places are OK for a 10 month old?

I have not used a baby carrier before but am planning to buy one (may be Deuter Kid comfort or similar). However, if a stroller would work I would not want to buy these baby carriers (as they are super expensive). So can a baby stoller be OK on the hike? or, can i rent a baby carrier somewhere in Switzerland?

Thank you

Nirajan

[Anna]

Reply 5 of 5 • 25 February 2022 at 11:28:41 #938997

Hi Nirajan,

Based on my experience, it is possible to take a stroller along to First and Männlichen but not if you plan to hike from First to Bachalpsee and Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg. With a 10-month old, I think it’s probably safer to stick to hiking and exploring in the villages such as Murren, Wengen and Lauterbrunnen. Also there’s lots to see and do around Lake Thun and Lake Brienz as well.

Hope this gives you some additional things to think about for your trip.

Regards,

Anna