Glacier Express is one of the most scenic train rides in the world.  It offers panoramic views of the Swiss Alps, valleys, tunnels and impressive bridges.

Glacier Express scenic train to Zermatt, Switzerland

We took a train from Berne to Brig, and then boarded the Glacier Express train from Brig to Zermatt.  This was only part of the 7-hour Glacier Express train ride which started from St Moritz.

The bridges, waterfalls and villages  (below) were just some of the spectacular views that wowed us during the ride.

Glacier Express scenic train

Glacier Express scenic train

 

Zermatt

Zermatt Electric Car, Switzerland

Zermatt lies at the foot of the famous  Matterhorn.  It is 1,620m above sea level.  No cars are allowed in Zermatt.  Only electric vans are allowed.  This is part of the town’s commendable effort to protect the environment.

We stayed in a 2-bedroom apartment in Zermat called Haus La Perle which was a 10-minute walk from the train station.  It had a kitchenette and enough beds for all 6 of us.

 

 

We did not expect it to snow in June, but it did and it was a real treat for us. It was my family’s first snow experience together.

Zermatt, Switzerland

 

In the evening, we explored Zermatt’s shopping area. There were quite a number of shops in Zermatt selling Swiss watches and other Swiss products.

Zermatt, Switzerland

 

NEXT DAY: See the famous Matterhorn

 

Our trip to Zermatt was part of our 10-day Switzerland and Paris which includes the medieval city of Bern, Matterhorn, Junfraujoch and Montreux. For tips on planning this trip, click here Planning a family vacation to Switzerland and Paris.