Traveling in Europe? Don’t miss Switzerland’s Glacier Express — an 8-hour ride through Alpine paradise!

▲ Switzerland’s must-ride Glacier Express — a dream for railway enthusiasts!

Reported by Lin Yuling from Switzerland

When traveling in Europe, you absolutely must ride Switzerland’s Glacier Express (Glacier Express)! It’s the slowest sightseeing express train in the world,taking almost 8 hours to journey through altitudes between 500 meters and over 2000 meters; even the wine glasses are designed at an angle to accommodate the steep gradients.Along the route, you can enjoy the most beautiful side of the Alps, passing through towns, valleys, bridges, and waterfalls, while taking in world heritage sites and what is known as “heaven on earth” Swiss scenery.(Video at the end of the article)

▲ The large panoramic glass windows, combined with face-to-face dining seating, allow you to enjoy delicious meals while taking in breathtaking views — making the trip anything but boring!

The Glacier Express connects Switzerland’s two most famous resort destinations: Zermatt and St. Moritz, spanning a total length of 300 kilometers.The reason it’s called the Glacier Express is because its tracks pass over remnants of ancient glaciers, winding through towns, castles, bridges, tunnels, and valleys, while climbing up to the 2033-meter-high Alpine mountain pass.

The train features extra-large panoramic windows and tables with either two or four seats facing each other. The onboard meals are also ranked among the best, offering a comfortable and richly layered experience of enjoying fine food while admiring the scenery. The specially designed “tilted wine glasses” are made to handle the extreme gradients,descending from the 2033-meter-high Oberalp Pass station all the way down to the 500-meter-high Chur station— the angled glasses ensure your drinks won’t spill, and you can even buy them home as souvenirs.

One of the greatest feats of engineering on the Glacier Express is the curved Landwasser Viaduct bridge, stretching 142 meters in length and standing 65 meters high. As the train passes over it, camera shutters click non-stop as everyone races to capture the turn. The bright red train, paired with the bridge piers and deep valley, creates a truly spectacular scene. This nearly 8-hour journey showcases the most beautiful parts of the Alps — a must-do for railway enthusiasts visiting Europe!

▲ The train travels through valleys and over bridges, allowing passengers to enjoy fairy-tale-like scenery along the way.

▲ From altitudes of 500 to over 2000 meters, you may even catch glimpses of snow-covered landscapes.

▲ The dining car at the bottom of the train allows passengers to stand and enjoy desserts and other treats — a unique experience.

▲ The specially designed “tilted wine glasses” are made to handle steep gradients and can also be purchased as souvenirs.

▲ The bright red train winding through valleys and bridges is a must-ride for railway fans in Europe.

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＊How to ride?
You can board from Zermatt Station. For details, check the Glacier ExpressChinese website/English website, or contactTaiyong Travel Agency.