Switzerland achieved an impressive feat by running the world’s longest passenger train to celebrate the 175th anniversary of its first train system. The extraordinary train, operated by Rhaetian Railway (RhB), traveled through the Swiss Alps from Preda to Bergen on the Bernina/Albula trail.
This special train was exceptionally long, stretching 1.9 km and consisted of an astounding 100 coaches.
The event, planned meticulously over eight months by RhB, covered a distance of 24.9 km through the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Despite its massive weight of 2990 tons, the train maintained an average speed of 30-35 km per hour during its journey.
On the inaugural day, thousands of spectators gathered in the valley to witness this historic event. The journey began at 2:20 PM from Preda and reached the Landwasser Viaduct at precisely 3:30 PM. Renato Fasciati, the Director of Rhaetian Railway, expressed immense joy, describing it as a very happy moment for the team and expressing their delight at setting a world record. This extraordinary feat showcased Switzerland’s commitment to celebrating its rich railway history in grand style.
