Switzerland's Jungfrau Region: Best of the Alps

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2002 | If Heidi is alive, she's in this sky-high corner of the Swiss Alps, with cowbells ringing on breathtaking ridges. After settling into a traditional village where locals scythe hay by hand, we hike, bike, blast an alphorn, get sprayed by waterfalls raging deep inside a mountain, and munch muesli for breakfast at 10,000 feet. For a finale, we ride Europe's highest railway up the mighty Jungfrau for hot cocoa, glacier sledding, and oh-wow views. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #swissalps
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[@NFLization]

It amazes me how honest the Swiss are. I went there during the summer once and there was a field of all kinds of flowers and plants for sale where you can hand pick the ones you want and there was a tiny shack up front with nothing but a list of prices and a bowl with money in it. The shack isn't even manned, nor is the field fenced or supervised. People pick their flowers and literally pay at their own integrity.

[@cdnsk12]

In 1971 I was touring around Switzerland in a Tanus Camper Van. We stopped for lunch at a Road overlook. We just began lunch when there was a rumbling behind us up the mountain. A cannon soon appeared & fired a shot high up into the mountains to start a small avalanche. Quite a surprise!

[@rolandpelss]

been there , will never forget. keep europe like this.

[@joanamorganda5626]

This video inspired me to visit Switzerland and I did it. I was able to visit most of the places mentioned and I enjoyed it very much. Thank you Rick!. Out of the more than 30 countries that I have visited, I could say that Switzerland has beautiful countryside and is still the best country for me. I wish I could live there. It's to me, heaven on earth! Mabuhay!

[@MisterLucca]

Switzerland is basically a huge Bob Ross painting.

[@cartgis]

7:40

[@florencesnyder6125]

Absolutely gorgeous, God created such a diverse world

[@MithunSharma-ym7em]

I have been to atleast 50 countries ,but I can say that Nothing like Switzerland- in terms of beauty,nature , cleanliness, people , engineering marvel and efficiency.

[@timsummers870]

Rick Steves' videos are a one stop shop when it comes to travel advice! My flight to Switzerland departs on Monday and I can't wait to get there, see the mountains, try all the food and beer, talk to the locals.

[@prasantadatta371]

I visited all these places in Switzerland in 1987 and again in 1989. Unfogettable experience.At Schilthorn I had a cable car ride to Piz Gloria and had coffee and snacks at the revolving restaurant.

[@fadeedar]

Heavenly! .......nature,food, culture & people are awesome, the most beautiful country in the world.

[@anonyuhenriksen2882]

Rick: do you speak English?

[@Baldgol4]

Did this in 1998 and found it to be heaven on earth.

[@allenjohnson7686]

Iv been skiing in that area as its all under one ski pass, trains included. Its absolutely stunning! We arrived in the dark to out hotel and the next morning ate breakfast as it got light my partner said to come look at something... Omg I literally lost my breath at the North face of the eiger rising up in front of me!!!! It's worth ever penny to go there ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@geoguyrocks354]

Swiss people are so lucky to be born there.

[@PaganUchiha]

This channel is such a blessing.

[@LauraDelgado-on1yh]

Just finished watching this on television. I enjoyed it so much, I had to look for it here to see it again.

[@joellieu259]

I think the most attractive aspect is the peaceful and friendly atmosphere in the small village. so idyllic, so lovely.

[@razmikyekiazarian8454]

Heavenly and Divine Nature...

[@VaughnBresheare]

Thanks Steve, a fan for over 30 years, ever since your first book EUROPE THROUGH THE BACK DOOR, my guide to my first European adventure. Before I leave this world, visiting this region of Switzerland would be a dream come true. Thank you for showing us a glimpse into such a paradise on earth so cherished and cared for by its people. If only we here in the U.S. could do the same.