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Train du Chocolat - a journey on a panoramic route

Swiss panoramic trains - Train du Chocolat

Q: How long does the Train du Chocolat excursion take?

The entire Montreux-Broc-Montreux excursion takes **approximately 8.5 hours**. The section from Montreux to Gruyère itself takes about an hour. The duration includes train journeys and visits to the cheese-making facility, Gruyère castle and the Cailler factory in Broc. **Check the current timetable** for specific departure times before travelling.

Q: When does Train du Chocolat operate?

The train operates seasonally, **from May to October**. Check the current timetable and seat availability before travelling, especially for the Pullman carriage, which has limited capacity.

Q: Does the Train du Chocolat ticket include admission to the Cailler factory and Gruyère castle?

The excursion programme includes visits to the cheese-making facility, the castle and the chocolate factory. However, the services included in the ticket may **vary seasonally**, so it is advisable to **confirm the details when booking** or contact PolishTrains before purchase.

Q: How can I check Train du Chocolat departures and reserve a seat?

You can check current departures for a given day and seat availability in the PolishTrains search engine or on the operator's website. You can make a booking using the booking form, by e-mail or by telephone. It is advisable to book the Pullman carriage in advance, as the number of seats is limited.

Q: Where does Train du Chocolat depart from and where does it end?

The excursion starts at the **station in Montreux**. The train travels via Gruyère to Broc, where the terminus is called **Broc-Fabrique**. After visiting the Cailler factory, you return to Montreux on the same train.

Q: Is the Train du Chocolat ticket sent by SMS?

Yes, after purchasing through PolishTrains, you will receive the ticket by e-mail and SMS, and you will also find it in the app. Thirty minutes before departure, you will also receive a reminder with a link to the ticket.

Q: Do you need to reserve a seat on Train du Chocolat?

Yes, booking is recommended, and is essential for the Pullman carriage, as the number of seats is limited. You can book via the PolishTrains booking form, by e-mail or by telephone.

Published 2026/06/25

The Chocolate Train runs between Montreux and the Cailler-Nestle chocolate factory in Broc. This panoramic train travels its route during the summer season, from May to October. It is worth verifying the exact departure time for your chosen day on PolishTrains shortly before travelling, as the seasonal Train du Chocolat timetable may change. You can check current connections and seat availability in the PolishTrains search engine - you can buy a ticket without creating an account, and after purchase you will receive it by e-mail and SMS. The panoramic railway, and in particular the Train du chocolat - is a must-see on a trip through Switzerland. Of course, it is not only for true chocolate lovers.

On the trail of Swiss chocolate

Switzerland is famous for its various delicacies, which have been produced by its inhabitants for centuries. Everyone has probably had the opportunity to taste the local chocolate, which is considered the best in the world. The taste of Swiss cheese is almost legendary. So how does one travel around this country to discover all these awesomeness? But wouldn't it be better to board the Swiss 'Train du chocolat' amidst the picturesque Alpine landscape? Cheese, chocolate and railways are the markers of a tourist journey called the 'Chocolate Train' (Train du chocolat).

The chocolate train (Train du chocolat)

Season: from May to October; check the current timetable on the operator's website before travelling
Carriages: a panoramic 2nd-class carriage or a Pullman carriage with plush Belle Époque-style seats
Booking: via the PolishTrains booking form, by e-mail or by telephone; booking in advance is recommended, especially for the Pullman carriage
What the ticket includes: train travel and - depending on the season - selected admissions, including to the Cailler factory and Gruyère castle; confirm the inclusions when booking
*Luggage: standard hand luggage; details depend on the operator - check them before travelling The chocolate train is an attraction with which you can plan a full-day rail excursion between Montreux - Broc - Montreux with a stop in Gruyère. It is a journey not only to the rhythm of chocolate, but also of Swiss cheese. The journey on this train offers passengers a visit to the House of Gruyere cheese, the castle of the Dukes of Gruyere with a crane in its coat of arms and the Cailler-Nestle chocolate factory in Broc.

On the train, the passenger has a modern, panoramic second-class carriage or Pullmann carriage, where the seats are padded with plush. Accompanied by carpets and wood finishes, they are reminiscent of the Belle Époque era. Certainly, in this luxurious carriage, every passenger can feel like an aristocrat from the turn of the 20th century, if only for a moment.

Gruyere Castle

Montreux and Gruyère are an hour's train journey away. Along the way, the traveller has time to admire the Swiss Highlands and the beautiful mountain ranges accompanied by green valleys. Situated in the surroundings of the Alpine pastures and the Gruyère castle, the cheese factory invites you to discover the secrets of the production of genuine Swiss products. The traveller will be able to observe the making of Gruyère cheese from behind a glass window and, most importantly, taste its characteristic flavour.

The next stage of the journey - within the walls of Gruyère Castle - intertwines eight centuries of history and culture. For this medieval building brings together architectural elements from the Renaissance and Baroque eras, creating a residence with scenic loggias, a beautiful courtyard and a French-style garden.

The entire alpine landscape is complemented by the view of the summit of Vanil Noir (2398 m).

You can buy a ticket for Train du Chocolat in the PolishTrains search engine - without creating an account and in Polish zloty. After a break to visit Gruyère Castle, passengers on the Chocolate Train are transported to Broc. There, another pleasure served during the journey on this extraordinary railway awaits travellers. The chocolate factory. Here, you can not only learn about the history of its creation - which sometimes goes back to the story of cocoa beans imported from South America - but, above all, you can personally taste the 30 or so varieties available at the tasting.

This journey by rail lasts eight and a half hours. When leaving the factory's thresholds, the passenger 'takes' this unique smell and taste of chocolate with them. The air in Broc smells of chocolate. After purchase, the ticket is sent by e-mail and SMS, and 30 minutes before departure you receive a reminder with a link. After such a wonderful 'finish' to the journey, the passenger can go to the Broc - Fabrique railway station, where the 'Train du chocolat' pulls up, and return to Montreux.

How do I buy a ticket for the Swiss Panoramic Railway?

You can book your ticket through the booking form, by email: contact@polishtrains.eu or by phone: 703 402 010 (Call cost: PLN 2.58 including VAT/min). Feel free to contact us! You can also find the ticket in the PolishTrains app, so you can show it to the conductor even without internet access. You can check the refund and exchange rules on the PolishTrains help page.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Train du Chocolat excursion take?

When does Train du Chocolat operate?

Does the Train du Chocolat ticket include admission to the Cailler factory and Gruyère castle?

How can I check Train du Chocolat departures and reserve a seat?

Where does Train du Chocolat depart from and where does it end?

Is the Train du Chocolat ticket sent by SMS?

Do you need to reserve a seat on Train du Chocolat?

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