What are EC trains in Switzerland?
What are EC trains in Switzerland? EuroCity (EC) is an international train category and brand for European inter-city trains that cross international borders and meet criteria covering comfort, speed, food service, and cleanliness.
What is the best way to see Switzerland by train?
Golden Pass If you only have time for one train journey, the Golden Pass line is the best way to see lots of Switzerland in one go. The journey takes you from Lucerne in Central Switzerland to Montreux, near the French border. The Golden Pass is made up of three different legs.
Is it OK to eat on Swiss trains?
We head for a café, which brings us to the next point: food and drink. In theory, snacks and drinks are fine — and certainly a good thing from the perspective of any track-side or on-board vendors. But things get tricky if there's a strong smell.
What does EC mean in train?
EC stands for Executive Chair Car and CC stands for Chair Car. Both EC and CC are train classes that have air conditioning and offer seats for passengers to sit.