Window Seat to Nature.

Rail Travel

The Rhaetian Railway has been synonymous with fascinating rail journeys across Graubünden since 1889. The 384-kilometre-long rail network of the world-famous Alpine railway connects valleys with mountains, towns with villages and glaciers with palm trees.

Through a Sea of Peaks.

Panoramic Trains

Bernina Express

Enjoy a superlative Alpine crossing in the panoramic carriage of the Bernina Express. The railway line, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers numerous highlights.

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A Rhaetian Railway train crosses the Landwasser Viaduct in the Albula/Bernina landscape

Grand Train Tour of Switzerland

Extend your Bernina Express journey with a "Grand Train Tour of Switzerland". This unique route combines the most beautiful panoramic routes in Switzerland.

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Glacier Express

The classic panoramic journey through Switzerland: the Glacier Express travels from St. Moritz to Zermatt – with views of the Grisons and Valais mountains.

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graubünden Pass

Enjoy unlimited travel on public transport. Climb aboard and discover the delights of Graubünden with the graubünden Pass. The choice is yours whether you travel on 2 days out of 7 or on 5 days out of 14.

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Full Steam Ahead.

World of Railway Experiences

Steam and Nostalgic Rides

Clear the way for a piece of railway history. Experience a day as it was 100 years ago: Steam locomotives take you along the most beautiful railway lines in Graubünden.

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Ein junges Paar steht neben dem Landwasser Express und schaut zum Landwasserviadukt

UNESCO World Heritage

The railway line between Thusis and Tirano in the Albula/Bernina landscape has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008. A showpiece of the pioneering railway era awaits you.

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Ein offener Aussichtswagen der Rhätischen Bahn in einer Kurve mit Aussicht auf die Valposchiavo bei der Alp Grüm

Railway Experiences

Whether travelling alone, with your family or in a group, you will remember the open observation car or Gourmino dining car for a long time to come.

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Führerstand einer Lokomotive der Rhätischen Bahn

Footplate Rides

It's every railway fan's dream: ride in the driver's cab with Rhaetian Railway professionals through the Albula Valley or over the Bernina Line, the highest railway crossing in the Alps.

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Zwei Kinder im Bahnmuseum Albula in Bergün

Albula Railway Museum

The Albula Railway Museum in Bergün uses multimedia and original exhibits to tell the story of the Rhaetian Railway and its spectacular structures.

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For Young and Old.

Railway Adventure Trail

On the Railway Adventure Trail Albula, young and old can experience one of the most impressive railway lines in the world up close. The tour runs parallel to the tracks of the Rhaetian Railway.

The Pinnacle of Engineering.

Historical Milestones

2024: Opening of Albula Tunnel II

State-of-the-art technology for rail travellers: The 5860 metre long Albula Tunnel II replaces the Albula Tunnel, which opened in 1903. Both tunnels are masterpieces of engineering.

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Weltrekord RhB längster Zug im Jahre 2022

2022: World Record

25 multiple units and 100 carriages were needed to run the world's longest passenger train (1910 metres) on the Rhaetian Railway's fascinating Albula line.

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2008: UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Albula and Bernina lines of the Rhaetian Railway have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since July 2008. The Landwasser Viaduct in particular continues to delight travellers to this day.

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Triebwagen der Bellinzona-Mesocco Bahn im Jahre 1989

1989: 100 Years of the Rhaetian Railway

The anniversary was celebrated with historic train journeys, exhibitions and events. The Rhaetian Railway trains were also given a new look and repainted red.

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Glacier Express auf Russeinerviadukt im Jahre 1940

1930: First Journey of the Glacier Express

The first journey of the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz took eleven hours. Enough time to enjoy highlights of the route such as the Operalp Pass and the Rhine Gorge.

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Elektrifizierungsprobezug in Disentis im Jahre 1922

1922: Completion of Electrification

The line from Bever to Scuol made the start in 1913. By 1922, the entire main network of the Rhaetian Railway from the Engadin to Chur and Landquart had been converted from coal to electricity.

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Dampfzug auf dem Albulaviadukt im Jahre 1904

1904: Thusis–St. Moritz Line

144 bridges, 42 tunnels: the spectacular Albula line was opened on 1 July 1903. The line, which was extended from Thusis to St. Moritz, began operating in 1904.

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1889: Landquart–Klosters Line

The ground-breaking ceremony took place in 1888 and the railway line was opened a year later – at the instigation of Graubünden railway pioneers and the Dutchman Willem-Jan Holsboer.

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Ein Mann mit einem Headset blickt auf einen Bildschirm

Railservice

Travelling on the Rhaetian Railway is not only a scenic journey, but also a comfortable one. This starts even before you set off: The Railservice will be happy to answer all your questions about your booking.

I like being a train driver because I can marvel at the beautiful landscapes. The journey through the Albula Valley is the most beautiful route for me. The alpine landscape impresses me every day.

Zegna Schmid Train driver

A passenger looks out of the train onto Lago Bianco

A regional train of the Rhaetian Railway runs along Lago di Poschiavo

A train attendant serves a cold platter on the Glacier Express

A Rhaetian Railway observation carriage on the Bernina Pass at Alp Grüm

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The Glacier Express crosses the Landwasser Viaduct

Discover.

Further Experiences

Couple enjoying the view on the Landwasser Viaduct

Alpine Circle

Iceland has the Golden Circle, South Africa the Garden Route – and Graubünden the Alpine Circle. The round trip connects the region's most striking sights.

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Wellness

Everyone decides for themselves what wellness means in Graubünden: digital detox in a mountain hut or luxury in a thermal spa hotel. But the main thing is the mountain backdrop.

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Art and Culture

Graubünden surprises – with lots of culture. In fascinating places. In unusual productions. And always in high quality. The region offers something for every cultural taste.

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