Landmark
Rhaetian Railway in the Albula / Bernina Landscapes
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The Rhaetian Railway in the Albula / Bernina Landscapes is a stunning train journey that winds through the heart of the Swiss Alps, connecting the towns of Thusis and Tirano. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is celebrated for its engineering marvels, including spiral tunnels, viaducts, and the famous Landwasser Viaduct. As you travel, you'll pass through pristine alpine scenery, with towering peaks, deep valleys, and shimmering glaciers. The route is particularly famous for the Bernina Pass, which offers panoramic views of the Bernina Range. Whether you're a railway enthusiast or a nature lover, this journey provides an unforgettable experience, with opportunities to hop off at charming villages like St. Moritz and Pontresina.
Don't miss
- Ride the Bernina Express for panoramic windows and open-air cars in summer
- Cross the Landwasser Viaduct, a curved stone bridge entering a tunnel
- View the Morteratsch Glacier from the train window
- Stop at Ospizio Bernina, the highest point on the route at 2,253 meters
- Explore the charming town of Tirano, Italy, at the end of the line
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Rhaetian Railway in the Albula / Bernina Landscapes
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inZurich: Hop-on Hop-off to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen4.1★ · 11 travelers~12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$87 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexiblePRIVATE Bernina train, Sankt Moritz & Wines Guided tour from Lake Como or Milan5★ · 60 travelers8–10 hoursFrom$1045 per personSee dates →More attractions in Sankt Moritz