Should I go to Titlis or Jungfraujoch?
A traveler named James is comparing two popular mountain destinations in Switzerland: Titlis and Jungfraujoch. He wants to know which one is better to visit. Roger shares his insight and prefers Titlis for its scenic cable car ride and better value for money.
- Titlis offers a scenic ride by cable car, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
- Jungfraujoch's ticket prices are high and the Swiss Travel Pass only provides a 25% discount on some sections, which may not offer good value.
- If you’re looking for breathtaking views and a memorable experience, consider Titlis over Jungfraujoch.
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hi all,
what is the difference between the 2.? is it better to go titlis instead of jungfraujoch
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Hello James
The two locations are vastly different. The ways of getting there are very different. Titlis (https://www.myswissalps.com/activity/titlis/) is by cable car. Jungfraujoch (https://www.myswissalps.com/activity/jungfraujoch/) is by cog-wheel railway.
My own personal preference is Titlis, for two reasons. Firstly, when I go on a mountain line, the ride is as important as the destination. Titlis is an open air cable car; Jungfraujoch is a railway the last part of which Is in a long tunnel from Eigergletscher.
Secondly, while not on a tight budget, I do believe in getting value for my money. In my personal view the Jungfraujoch prices are so high that they are very definitely not value for money. The last straw for me is the fact that the Swiss Travel Pass (https://www.myswissalps.com/travel-ticket/swiss-travel-pass/) now only gives 25% discount on the lines up to Kleine Scheidegg from Wengen and Grindelwald.
11th April just gone I was at the end of a glorious holiday in Switzerland with perfect weather. I was up mountains almost every day. I had already been up the Gornergrat, the very best value for money in the Alps. So where did I go? I went up Titlis.
I am sure that there are people reading this who will strongly disagree with me. It is your decision not mine.
Best wishes for your deliberations.
Roger
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