Luzern Interlaken (LIX)

Luzern–Interlaken Express is a famous scenic train in Switzerland, connecting Luzern and Interlaken Ost. The entire journey takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes, passing through magnificent lakes and Alpine scenery. It is part of the eastern section of the GoldenPass Line.

• Frequency: Daily from approximately 6:06 am to 9:06 pm, one per hour, in both directions.
• Seat Reservation: There is no mandatory requirement to reserve seats, but it is recommended during peak tourist seasons or when traveling with a large group.
• Best viewing position: It is recommended to choose a seat on the right side of the train. Whether you depart from Lucerne or Interlaken, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of Lake Lungern and Lake Brienz.

The Swiss Travel Pass covers the Luzern Interlaken Express. Reservations are not mandatory, but are recommended during peak seasons or when traveling with a large group. Other special reservations:

Restaurant car: Usually the fourth car has a restaurant car Bistro where you can purchase meals or directly reserve a seat in the restaurant car (meal order required)

Accessible space: The third car is usually an accessible space

Lucerne Enchanting
Home of the world-famous Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. Both charming and lively in equal measure. Whether in the historic old town, on a steamboat trip on Lake Lucerne or on Lucerne’s landmark mountain, Mount Pilatus, Switzerland’s most beautiful city will charm and enchant you on every tour of discovery.

Sarnen Take a deep breath
Embedded in forests, meadows and flood plains. Surrounded by jagged mountain ranges. Situated directly on Lake Sarnen. Sarnen is a place to relax and recharge. Among its many places of interest are Landenberg Castle, former seat of the medieval reeves, the village square and the Historical Museum.

Brünig-Hasliberg The high point
At 1,001 metres above sea level, the highest point on the route. Be ready with your camera or mobile phone, as the view here opens up onto an impressive panorama of the Bernese Alps and their roaring waterfalls. The Giessbach waterfalls plunge 400 metres into the depths – a breathtaking sight.

Brienz Pure Switzerland
This is a typical Swiss chalet village, situated by the idyllic turquoise waters of Lake Brienz and known for its long tradition of wood carving, where you will find alleys and chalets straight out of a picture book. Brunngasse alley has been recognised as the most beautiful in Europe.

Interlaken Imposing
Destination and starting point at the same time. This world-famous town between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun invites you to stroll around and enjoy dolce far niente, the sweetness of doing nothing, in one of its many cafés. The panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains will inspire you. And if you’re looking for sport and adventure, then this is just the right place for you.

Some Swiss scenes of Crash Landing on You were filmed along the Luzern–Interlaken Express, including:

Iseltwald: The place where the male protagonist plays the piano by the lake → filmed in a small village by Lake Brienz.

Sigriswil Panorama Bridge: A classic scene in the heroine's memory.

Kleine Scheidegg: Mountain scene.

First Cliff Walk by Tissot: Mountain view trail scene.

Rosenlaui: Wilderness and cabin scene.

Lake Lungern: A place with magnificent lake views that appears many times in the play. The cabin at the end is a residential building around Lake Kaiserstuhl.