Tag: Mountain pass
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Swiss Adventures Finale: The touristic highlights
Setting Out on a Grand Adventure As my Swiss railway pass neared its expiration, I set out to experience some of Switzerland’s most iconic sights. With only two days left, I focused on the marvels of the Swiss Alps – the very essence of what draws tourists to this breathtaking country. My day began before…
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From Olympic Bobsleighs to Nostalgic Trains
While yesterday was filled with breathtaking vistas and challenging hikes, today promised a different flavor of Swiss adventure. My second day in Grisons would take me from historic Olympic sites to refreshing alpine lakes, over mountain passes, and finally, to a journey through time on a nostalgic train. Morning Stroll on an Olympic Track After…
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Conquering Grisons
With just one week left on my Swiss Railway pass, it was time to prioritize my remaining explorations. At the top of my list was the renowned network of the Rhätische Bahn in the canton of Graubünden (Grisons). This vast network of metric gauge railways connects the far reaches of the canton, from Landquart in…
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From Gorges to Glaciers: A Swiss Adventure
As the sun rose over the quaint town of Meiringen, I found myself eager to embark on another day of Swiss exploration. Little did I know that this journey would take me from the depths of ancient gorges to the heights of legendary mountain passes, showcasing once again the breathtaking diversity of Switzerland’s landscapes. The…
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Day Three – Ticino and Alpine Adventures
After two days of planned excursions, I woke up on day three with a delightful sense of freedom. No fixed plans, no booked accommodation – just the open road (or rather, the open rails and mountain passes) ahead of me. My only goal was to explore more of Ticino and the Alps. Morning in the…