Rauma Line, Norway
Ride the Norwegian Rauma Line and follow the Rauma River for breathtaking views of towering peaks, rugged cliffs, and windswept plateaus. Rumbling across the towering Killing Bridge is one of the highlights of the trip. Meander through the rugged Rheinheimen National Park.
West Highland Line, Scotland
Scotland’s West Highland Line is a scenic journey of rugged highlands, isolated lakes, stretches of coastline, Ben Nevis (the highest mountain in Britain), and spectacular views from the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The route and steam locomotive are so beautiful they feature in the Harry Potter films as the Hogwarts Express.
Bergen Railway, Norway
Norway’s impressive Bergen Railway winds its way through rugged mountain landscapes and over the beautiful Hardangervidda Plateau to reach Finse Station, at 1222 m which is Norway’s highest altitude. The branch line from Myrdal to Flåm goes straight on the steepest railway in the world.
Bernina Express, Switzerland, and Italy
Relax behind the picture windows and enjoy spectacular views of the Alps that connect northern and southern Europe. The Bernina Express follows his two UNESCO World Heritage-listed lines, the Albula and Bernina lines, passing between glaciers in Switzerland and palm trees in Italy.
Cinque Terre, Italy
His five colorful and rustic villages are named Cinque his Terre, Cinque Terre means “five lands” and stretches for 18 kilometers of rugged coastline. Picturesque cliffs pierce the turquoise Ligurian Sea, and idyllic vineyards and olive groves line the hills. Local trains stop at all five of his villages in the Cinque Terre.
Central Rhine Railway, Germany
Germany’s Rhine Valley is a romantic fairytale landscape. Castles rise above the swirling waters, and past the choke point of legend where Lorelei the Siren lured sailors to the rocks with her song. The Mittelrheinbahn follows the left bank of the Rhine between Mainz and Koblenz.
Semmering Railway, Austria
The Semmering Railway was built between 1848 and 1854 by over 20,000 workers. The train travels through a scenic wonderland, crossing the Semmering Pass, passing 15 tunnels, 16 viaducts, countless switchbacks, and arch bridges over forested mountain passes.
Centovalli Railway, Switzerland and Italy
The Hunderttalbahn is a spectacle of waterfalls, chestnut groves, green landscapes, and vineyards. The most beautiful Alps. The highlights of the trip are the Isorno bridge near the village of Intragna and the canyon that connects Intragna and Les.
Mittenwald Railway, Austria and Germany
The Mittenwaldbahn is a beautiful cross-border railway, passing glistening lakes and spectacular mountain scenery on its journey between Austria and Germany. In Garmisch-Partenkirchen, you can change trains and board the scenic Bavarian Zugspitzebahn. The Zugspitze Railway takes you to the top of Germany’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze, at 2,961 meters above sea level.
Glacier Express, Switzerland
The chances of meeting a millionaire are above average on the Glacier Express, which travels between the Swiss Alps in the East and West, through pristine mountain landscapes, and the two most famous ski areas in Switzerland. A must for ski enthusiasts (and literally up-and-comers).