In the past century, scientists have observed more rockfalls and avalanches in the Alps, a looming threat to nearby villages.

Next on the itinerary is Luzern, an urban lakeside gem that's the gateway to the Alps. From Basel, the journey to this pretty town takes just 1 hour, taking you through snow-capped mountains and ...

I've been on Eurostar, Amtrak, Japanese bullet trains — the best train trip in the world is on the Alpine Bernina Express from Italy to Switzerland.

Switzerland mountain trains: Six of the best alpine rail trips. By Brian Johnston. October 14, 2022 — 12.15am. ... Eventually the train gains enough height to eyeball the snow peaks.

This 180-mile Scenic Train Is Called the 'Window to the Swiss Alps' With Panoramic Views and Gourmet Dining. Here’s how to plan a trip aboard Switzerland’s famous Glacier Express.

In Eastern Switzerland, the canton of Graubünden is famous for sled runs such as the Fideriser Heuberge (over seven miles or 11 kilometers long) and postcard mountain villages such as Bergün.

AS I’m gripping on to the handrail of a walkway suspended 45 metres above the Swiss town of Grindelwald, I ask our guide: “Is ...

A French entrepreneur has turned his passion for mountaineering into a high-altitude endeavour. From the upcoming July issue ...

This Scenic Train With Panoramic Windows Is One of the Most Beautiful Ways to Travel Through Switzerland. The Treno Gottardo runs from three cities in the north to the sunny city of Locarno in the ...