PAID CONTENT FOR GLACIER EXPRESS AG
PAID CONTENT FOR GLACIER EXPRESS AG
Glacier Express AG ZERMATT, ANDERMATT & ST MORITZ, SWITZERLAND
Few journeys capture the essence of Switzerland like the Glacier Express. Travelling between Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and St Moritz in the Engadine, this iconic eight-hour route cuts through the heart of the Swiss Alps, revealing a shifting panorama of landscapes, traditions and cultures. The Glacier Express moves through the
mountains, offering a more immersive perspective on the Alpine world. Panoramic carriages with windows that extend towards the ceiling open up uninterrupted views of deep valleys, rugged peaks, winding rivers and quiet mountain villages. Often described as the slowest express train in
the world, the journey is designed to be savoured. Along the route, the scenery changes continuously. The train follows the Rhone River through the broad valley of the Goms before climbing to the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres, the highest point of the journey and the source of the Rhine. In winter, the pass is blanketed in snow, while in warmer months, Alpine meadows come into view. Further on, the Rhine Gorge, often referred to as the Swiss Grand Canyon, cuts through
the landscape with pale cliffs and a winding turquoise river. The journey continues along the Unesco World Heritage-listed Albula Line, where engineering and landscape meet in striking fashion, most notably at the Landwasser Viaduct. The experience extends beyond the view. The
Glacier Express is the only train in Switzerland with a full kitchen on board, where meals are freshly prepared then served to guests at their seats. Menus draw on regional cuisine, linking what’s on the plate to the landscapes passing by. The route also connects a series of distinct
Alpine destinations. Zermatt, a car-free village, is shaped by its proximity to the Matterhorn. Brig offers a gateway to the Rhone Valley, while Andermatt sits at a historic crossroads of Alpine routes. Chur, Switzerland’s oldest town, provides a cultural contrast before the journey reaches St Moritz, long associated with Alpine glamour. Across the seasons, the Glacier Express reveals
a different side of the Alps. Snow-covered slopes give way to green valleys and fast-flowing rivers, ensuring no two journeys feel the same.
DON’T MISS Take the full eight-hour journey to experience the Swiss Alps at a slower pace
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Need to know
KEY FEATURES • Panoramic carriages with floor-to-ceiling windows
• Freshly prepared meals from the onboard kitchen
• At-seat service across all travel classes
• Multilingual onboard infotainment system
KEY ACTIVITIES • Travel across the Swiss Alps on the Glacier Express
• Take in landmark views like the Matterhorn & Landwasser Viaduct
• Panoramic scenery • Explore Alpine regions on the route
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