The sheer majesty and awe-inspiring beauty of the Swiss Alps cannot be overstated, and it is no wonder that travellers have been drawn here for centuries to marvel at the likes of the Matterhorn and Eiger, both of which tower over 4,000 metres into the sky.
As well as being one of the world’s best places to walk – with fresh mountain air, precise waymarking and tasty, replenishing cuisine – Switzerland is also a perfect winter destination as well as a wonderful country to explore by rail. Not only is the Swiss transport system highly efficient, but, thanks to some incredible feats of engineering, the trains are able to travel easily through some of the planet’s most unforgiving terrain, affording truly incredible views.
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Mountain trails wind over the slopes of Switzerland’s only national park, with seemingly infinite skies overhead in summer. Keep an eye out for red deer, chamoix, ibex, and marmots. Visit in winter to explore pretty villages set within storybook scenery, or perhaps to take the train to St Moritz for some winter glamour.
Everything you’ve heard about Switzerland is true – the scenery is spellbinding, the chocolate silky smooth, and punctuality is a way of life… But widely known though the country’s many charms may be, no description can compare to the thrill of seeing those jewel-like lakes, rushing waterfalls and cloud-piercing peaks for yourself.
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One of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, the Glacier Express is at its most magical in the winter months – and most dramatic. Silent forests and traditional villages dusted in snow dot the landscape, majestic peaks rising around them in stark contrast. The almost-otherworldly scenery stands out more in the cold light, particularly as you make your thrilling ascent up the 2,044-metre Oberalp Pass – the highest point of the journey.
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Rugged peaks tower over lush mountain pastures and verdant valleys as you embark on a walking and rail adventure through the Swiss Alps, including a full day on board the famous Glacier Express. The clear summer days offer spectacular vistas throughout the region, particularly as you near the Matterhorn, and the ancient beauty and warm tones of historic Lucerne in the sun balance the cool blue hues of its eponymous lake.
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