If the thought of hurtling through tunnels at breakneck speed fills you with existential dread, then “Magical Train Journeys in Switzerland” might just be your cup of chamomile tea. This week’s episode focuses on the Glacier Express, affectionately known as the “slowest express train in the world.” Which, let’s face it, sounds like an oxymoron designed to lull you into a gentle, alpine slumber.
The eight-hour trek from Zermatt to St. Moritz is not for the impatient. But if you’re content to gaze out the window at some of the most breathtaking scenery Switzerland has to offer, then settle in and prepare to be wowed. We’re talking epic vistas, snow-capped peaks, and enough quaint villages to fill a cuckoo clock factory.
Starting at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn, the Glacier Express meanders its way over nearly 300 bridges and through more than 90 tunnels. It’s like a scenic roller coaster without the nausea-inducing drops and screaming teenagers. Highlights include the Rhine Gorge, often dubbed the “Swiss Grand Canyon,” and the Engadine region, a high-altitude valley renowned for its crisp air and picture-postcard perfection.
So, if your idea of a wild Saturday night involves a comfortable seat, a warm beverage, and a parade of stunning landscapes, tune in to SBS this Saturday. Just try not to nod off before you reach St. Moritz.
“Magical Train Journeys in Switzerland” airs Saturday, December 28 at 7:30 PM on SBS.
