Swiss Alpine Rail Journeys

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Swiss Alpine Rail Journeys

The funiculars of Schatzalp and Parsenn in the winter sports haven of Davos offer more than just a ride: they are time machines transporting their passengers right back to a bygone era. From Europe's highest city, these cable cars pull you through an alpine winter wonderland, le...

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Season 1
For about 120 years, the Bernina route has dazzled travellers, winding from the remote Engadine over the Bernina Pass, through the Poschiavo Valley to Tirano in Italy. In just two hours, you'll traverse from the heart of snow and ice into the first blush of spring. This journey is a passage through landscapes, climates and...
For 110 years, the Arosa Railway has been a vital lifeline from Chur, the capital of Graubunden, to the renowned winter resort of Arosa, chugging along at a modest 30 km per hr. The journey begins as a tram gliding through the historic streets of Chur, before transforming into a mountain railway. It travels over breathtaki...
For nearly a century, the Glacier Express has been the pinnacle of luxury rail travel, gliding between the elite ski resorts of St. Moritz and Zermatt. The journey in the lavishly appointed Excellence Class leaves nothing to be desired: whether it’s the impeccable service, the plush comfort, or the spectacular views.
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