No. 1 of 5 in The Train Ride Series
Bernina Express
Graubünden to Tirano, Switzerland and Italy
Why it belongs in the series
The Bernina Express crosses the Alps from Switzerland into Italy, passing glaciers, lakes and high passes. Parts of the route are part of a UNESCO World Heritage railway landscape.
How to get there
The route runs between Chur or St. Moritz in Switzerland and Tirano in Italy, with standard Swiss rail connections to the start points.
Best time to visit
Summer offers green valleys and clear lakes, while winter brings snowy landscapes. Both can be beautiful.
Good to know
Seat reservations are typically required on the dedicated panoramic trains. Check official sources for current timetables.
Memorable momentThe train curving past a glacier lake, so close that the water seems to reach the window.
