Riding World's Most Beautiful Train, Bernina Express | Italy to Switzerland
Please enjoy a full journey of the world's most beautiful train, Bernina Express, connecting Italy and Switzerland through the breathtaking landscapes of the Alps.
Today, we'll explore this UNESCO World Heritage-listed route, showcasing turquoise lakes, Italian alpine villages, tunnels, frozen lakes, mountain peaks and more.
The Bernina Express travels between Tirano (Italy) and St. Moritz (Switzerland), crossing 196 bridges and passing through 55 tunnels, reaching an altitude of 2,253 meters at the Ospizio Bernina station, one of the highest railway crossings in Europe.
β½οΈAbout Bernina Express
Full name: Bernina Express
Route: Tirano (Italy) β St. Moritz (Switzerland)
Total distance: 122 km (76 miles)
Travel time: 2:11 hours
Highest point: Ospizio Bernina (2,253 meters / 7,391 feet)
Popular highlights: Brusio Circular Viaduct, Lago Bianco, Morteratsch Glacier, Landwasser
Viaduct Operator: Rhaetian Railway (RhB)
Tickets: 33 CHF (40 USD) per adult in 2nd class (depending on the season)
Video note: Experience all four seasons in a 2 hours scenic train ride
β½οΈChapters
0:00 Welcome to the Bernina Express
0:29 Train Route
0:44 Milan to Tirano ride
2:02 Tirano Station
3:22 Up on Bernina Express
3:58 Tour of the seat
4:33 Train Departure
5:01 Crossing the Italy-Switzerland border
5:41 Brusio Circular Viaduct landmark
8:45 Miralago
9:30 Lago di Poschiavo
10:54 Passing by Swiss villages
11:40 Poschiavo
13:11 Animals
14:19 Passing the Poschiavo Valley
22:15 Arriving at Alp GrΓΌm (incredible glacier views)
23:40 Lago Bianco (white lake) and Lej Nair (black lake)
25:01 Ospizio Bernina (highest point of the route)
28:00 Snack time on train
29:12 Descent towards Pontresina
30:55 Pontresina
31:16 Arrival in St. Moritz, Switzerland
33:06 Lunch in St. Moritz (traditional sausage)
36:38 St. Moritz - Tirano
36:57 Croissants review on train
38:06 Final thoughts & Impressions
39:40 Thanks for watching!
β½οΈCuriosities
The Bernina Express is famous for being a "ride through the clouds," offering 360-degree panoramic views thanks to its large glass windows. It operates year-round, showcasing completely different landscapes depending on the season, from snow-covered valleys in winter to green meadows in summer.
The engineering marvels along the route, like the Brusio Circular Viaduct, were built over a century ago and still stand strong today. No cogwheels are used β the train overcomes the steep gradients purely through clever railway design.
Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Bernina Express is not just a train ride, it's a breathtaking experience across two cultures, languages, and stunning alpine scenery.
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