Things to Do in Jungfraujoch: Top Activities & Tips

The journey itself is a spectacular thing to do on and off your way to Junfraujoch that gives its passengers of Jungfrau Railway a pure scenic bliss. You can choose between the traditional cogwheel train via Kleine Scheidegg or the modern Eiger Express gondola.

• Ticket Cost: Approximately ₹23,500 – ₹31,000 (CHF 199–261) for a round-trip from Interlaken Ost.
• Tip: Use the Eiger Express for the ascent to save time, and the Cogwheel Train for the descent to enjoy classic Alpine village views.

Sphinx Observatory & Glacier Plateau are the two primary viewpoints. The Sphinx is an indoor/outdoor terrace at 3,571m, while the Plateau allows you to walk directly on the eternal snow. It's also where the famous Swiss Flag is located making it a perfect photography spot of your entire Swiss trip. From these points, one can witness a 360-degree view of the Jungfrau, Monch and Eiger peaks, along with the massive Aletsch Glacier stretching through the valley below. 

• Highlight: Look for the new digital panoramic maps on the Sphinx terrace that identify over 100 surrounding peaks in real-time.
• Tip: Early morning offers the clearest views and fewer crowds.

While most tourists stay on the viewing platforms, the most rewarding thing to do is the 45-minute hike to Switzerland’s highest serviced mountain hut.

• The Action: Trek across a groomed snow path directly on the Aletsch Glacier.
• The Reward: Sit inside a cozy hut at 3,657m and enjoy traditional Swiss barley soup or a hot chocolate while watching climbers prepare for the summit.
• Tip: High-SPF sunscreen and polarized sunglasses are non-negotiable here; the snow reflection at this altitude can be blinding within minutes.

Unlike the viewing platforms, the Snow Fun Park is for active play. It is open from mid-May to mid-October 2026.

• The Tyrolienne (Zipline): Strap in and fly 330 meters across the crevasse-riddled glacier.
• Glacier Sledging: Use traditional Swiss wooden sleds or snow tubes to race down a groomed 150-meter track.
• Cost: Activities start at CHF 20 (approx. ₹1,950).

This is more than a store; it’s an interactive masterclass in Swiss craftsmanship.

• The Experience: Watch a virtual "Maître Chocolatier" explain the science behind tempering chocolate at high altitudes.
• Exclusive Buy: Pick up the limited-edition "Top of Europe" Lindt tins, which are only sold at this summit location.

Switzerland is famous for watches, but buying one at Jungfraujoch adds a "Certificate of Origin" stating it was purchased at the highest shop in Europe.

• Brands: Tissot, Longines, and Swatch.
• Price: From ₹9,500 (Swatch) to ₹1,50,000+ (Tissot/Longines).

The Lindt Chocolate Heaven is the highest chocolate shop in the world.

• Must-Buy: The Lindt Eigerspitzli (Eiger peaks)—chocolates shaped like the mountain itself, exclusive to this region.
• Interactive:  You can use a touch-screen to design your own chocolate tin with a custom Jungfraujoch photo.

You can get your knife laser-engraved for free with your name and the date of your visit.

• Exclusive Item: The Jungfraujoch Edition knife featuring a 3D topographic map of the peaks on the handle.

Jungfraujoch has its own post office and zip code.

• Activity: Buy a postcard, write it at the summit, and have it stamped with the unique "Top of Europe" postmark. It’s a timeless and affordable souvenir