Swiss Mountain Railway Evacuates 1,000 Stranded Passengers After Unexpected Halt

Jungfrau Railway Suffers Technical Difficulties, Halting Operations and Trapping Passengers

On Thursday, July 20th, an unexpected technical issue brought Switzerland's iconic Jungfrau Railway to a standstill, leaving approximately 1,000 passengers stranded inside the train.

According to railway officials, the incident occurred at around 11:30 AM local time, when a technical malfunction caused the train to stop abruptly between the Eiger Glacier and Jungfraujoch stations.

Passengers Evacuated Safely Through Emergency Tunnels

Emergency protocols were swiftly activated, and passengers were safely evacuated through emergency tunnels to the Jungfraujoch station, located approximately 3,454 meters above sea level.

The evacuation process took several hours, and rescue teams assisted passengers, including families with young children and elderly individuals, to safety.

Technical Teams Working to Resolve Issue

Technical teams are currently working to identify and resolve the issue that caused the disruption.

The Jungfrau Railway is a popular tourist attraction, transporting visitors to the Jungfraujoch, which offers breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps and access to various outdoor activities.

Railway Operations Expected to Resume Shortly

Railway officials expect operations to resume shortly, and passengers are advised to check the Jungfrau Railway website or social media channels for updates.

The cause of the technical issue is still under investigation, and further information will be provided as it becomes available.