Gornergrat Railway, Zermatt
As the highest open-air train station in Switzerland and the second highest railway in all of Europe, the Gornergrat Railway is a marvel of engineering that has been delighting tourists since 1898. A feat of Swiss precision and innovation, this electric railway gracefully transports visitors high into the heart of the mountains, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the breathtaking splendor that surrounds Zermatt.
As the train chugs along, you'll find yourself surrounded by an awe-inspiring array of 29 peaks, each majestically rising above 4,000 meters. The scenery that unfolds before your eyes is nothing short of a natural wonder, leaving you humbled by the grandeur of the Swiss Alps.
Arriving at the Gornergrat Railway's highest station, you'll step into a world of wonder, where the air is crisp and the vistas are boundless. It's as though you've been transported to a place that exists somewhere between reality and dreams.
The station square that greets you at the top is a bustling hub of activity, alive with the energy of adventurous souls eager to explore this alpine wonderland. Here, you'll discover charming tea-rooms and cafes with inviting terraces, where you can savor local delicacies and refreshments while taking in the mesmerizing views that surround you.
As the train chugs along, you'll find yourself surrounded by an awe-inspiring array of 29 peaks, each majestically rising above 4,000 meters. The scenery that unfolds before your eyes is nothing short of a natural wonder, leaving you humbled by the grandeur of the Swiss Alps.
Arriving at the Gornergrat Railway's highest station, you'll step into a world of wonder, where the air is crisp and the vistas are boundless. It's as though you've been transported to a place that exists somewhere between reality and dreams.
The station square that greets you at the top is a bustling hub of activity, alive with the energy of adventurous souls eager to explore this alpine wonderland. Here, you'll discover charming tea-rooms and cafes with inviting terraces, where you can savor local delicacies and refreshments while taking in the mesmerizing views that surround you.
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Sight Name: Gornergrat Railway
Sight Location: Zermatt, Switzerland (See walking tours in Zermatt)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Zermatt, Switzerland (See walking tours in Zermatt)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Cradled at the foot of the Matterhorn mountain, whose snow-capped summit bears stoically against the sky, the small Swiss town of Zermatt is a veritable mecca for mountaineers and skiers, much as for discerning wanderers who dare to embark upon a journey of discovery.
The evidence of human habitation here dates back as far as the Bronze Age. In the Middle Ages, Zermatt was a farming village and... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
The evidence of human habitation here dates back as far as the Bronze Age. In the Middle Ages, Zermatt was a farming village and... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles