Glacier Express + Bernina Express
The world's slowest express train and the highest railway crossing in the Alps, these two iconic Swiss panoramic trains provide truly unforgettable experiences. Onboard the Glacier Express, you’ll traverse 291 bridges and pass through 91 tunnels and enjoy breathtaking scenery as you ascend to the Oberalp Pass. In contrast, the Bernina Express offers a defying journey through the Alps, embracing mother nature's finest creations. This remarkable rail adventure takes you from the serene elegance of St. Moritz to the palm-fringed shores and Mediterranean charm of Lake Lugano.
Highlights
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These two unique railway lines blend harmoniously into the landscape with spectacular feats of engineering including structures, tunnels and spiral viaducts.
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The highest point of the journey.
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The «Swiss Grand Canyon» enchants visitors with its diverse and striking landscapes. Stretching over 14 kilometres between Ilanz and Reichenau, the Rhine River flows through its natural course flanked by white cliffs that soar to 350 metres in height, creating an astonoishing natural panorama.
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The Landwasser Viaduct is one of the most iconic landmarks in Graubünden. This 142-metre-long, 65-metre-high bridge carries the railway in a sharp curve over the rugged Landwasser Valley, leading directly into a tunnel at the other end.
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At 2'253 m, the highest train station of the Rhaetian Railway.
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An engineering marvel on the Bernina Railway, designed to overcome steep gradients by allowing trains to gain elevation in a circular loop. This unique stone structure, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features nine arches and is a key highlight of the Bernina Express journey. Its dramatic spiral design not only showcases ingenious railway construction but also offers passengers a moving 360 degree view of the surrounding landscape.
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The world-famous car-free mountain resort, at the foot of the Matterhorn.
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The birthplace of the alpine winter holidays, impresses with style, elegance and class.
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The charming paradise on Lake Lugano.
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