Ride the Gornergrat Bahn from Zermatt to 3,089 meters for views of Dufourspitze, the Matterhorn, and the Swiss Alps. This historic cogwheel line, opened in 1898, is Europe’s highest open-air railway.

The Gornergrat Bahn climbs from Zermatt to a spectacular viewpoint at 3,089 meters. With vistas of the Matterhorn and Dufourspitze, it’s a must-see rail experience in the Swiss Alps.

Alpine showstoppers, time-travelling railways and more — explore these lesser-known trips on Europe’s most punctual network.

Few nations nail train travel like the Swiss: an extensive, impeccably run network whisks travellers effortlessly from Alpine peaks to piazza terraces. Here are some of the spots along the way.

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