Why is Jungfrau famous?

Jungfraujoch is famous for being the highest accessible point in Europe. It is home to the highest railway station in Europe and also the Sphinx Observation Deck, the Ice Palace, the Snow Park, and the Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven.



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What is Jungfrau famous for and why is it called 'Top of Europe'? The reason Jungfrau is so famous world-wide is its railway - Jungfraujoch is the highest accessible point in Europe - up to a staggering 3,454m height - thanks to its centennial railway, which was inaugurated in 1912.

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Jungfraujoch Weather Details
  • Average temperature: -7°C (19.4°F)
  • Warmest month: July (3.1°C)
  • Coldest Month: February (-10.5°C)
  • Longest Days: June (Average daylight: 15h and 46min)
  • Shortest Days: December (Average daylight: 8h and 39min)
  • Altitude: 3,454 meters above sea level.
  • Maximum wind speed: 267.5 KM/H.


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Some people experience altitude sickness when travelling up to the Jungfraujoch. Altitude sickness can happen if your body has difficulty adjusting to the lower levels of oxygen at high altitude. Symptoms of altitude sickness include: Headache.

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You then board the Jungfrau Railway, which takes you to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe – in just 35 minutes, ascending 1400 metres along the way. The route is nine kilometres long, of which seven kilometres are in a tunnel through the Eiger and Mönch mountains.

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Tips to Visit Jungfraujoch Wear sun-protection. It might be chilly, but the sun stings nonetheless. Wear water-proof shoes if you plan to tread in the snow.

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Swiss German (dialect form of High German) is spoken in the Jungfrau Region. High German is understood everywhere as well as French and English.

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