Scenic train journeys to take during winter

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Winter brings with it some spectacular opportunities to witness the world in all its frozen glory. One of the most rewarding ways of experiencing winter on the move is to take a soothing train ride and admire those snowy landscapes from the comfort of a heated and serviced car.

 

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Glacier Express, Switzerland - This train connects Zermatt and St. Moritz in the Swiss Alps. The incredible journey takes around eight hours.

 

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Glacier Express, Switzerland - The train ride offers incredible views of the Swiss Alps, with views of viaducts and spiral tunnels.

 

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The Flåm Line, Norway - This railway line runs between Myrdal and Flåm in Aurland, Norway. There are 11 stations along the line.

 

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The Flåm Line, Norway - The Flåm Line winds around Aurlandsfjord, a fjord in Sogn og Fjordane county.

 

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West Highland Line, Scotland - Also known as the "Iron Road to the Isles," this railway line affords passengers perfect views of the dramatic Scottish Highlands.

 

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West Highland Line, Scotland - The line and its historic viaduct is also famed for appearing in the 'Harry Potter' film series. It runs between Mallaig and Oban.

 

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Semmering railway, Austria - Catch some beautiful views of western Austria on this railway line. It is known as the first railway listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

 

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Semmering railway, Austria - The railway runs through 15 tunnels and over 16 viaducts. The train service has it all: showers, snack trolleys, and entertainment for children.

 

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Rocky Mountaineer, Canada and USA - This renowned rail tour has different routes that run through the Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta, as well as the US state of Washington.

 

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Rocky Mountaineer, Canada and USA -

There are many exciting route options connecting several cities. Pictured is the train on Morant's Curve near Lake Louise, Alberta.

 

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Aurora Winter Train, USA - This amazing train runs between Anchorage and Fairbanks, in Alaska. The 12-hour journey is a spectacular way of taking in the Alaska scenery. As the name suggests, the train only runs in winter.

 

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Aurora Winter Train, USA -

Hurricane Gorge is the most impressive bridge on the Alaska Railroad, view Aurora train passengers can marvel at en route.

 

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Bernina Express, Switzerland and Italy - The Bernina Express connects the Swiss towns of Chur and Poschiavo via the Albula Line.

 

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Bernina Express, Switzerland and Italy - The Bernina Line takes you from Poschiavo to the town of Tirano, in Italy. The train runs along the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Rhaetian Railway in the Albula/Bernina Landscapes.

 

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GoldenPass, Switzerland - The GoldenPass Line snakes between the cities of Lucerne and Montreux. The journey is wonderfully picturesque, with jaw-dropping views of the Swiss countryside seen either side of the carriages.

 

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GoldenPass, Switzerland -

This train, which departs everyday and winds through several Swiss cantons, takes five hours to complete its journey.

 

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Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, USA -

Also known as the GSM, this freight and heritage railroad is located in western North Carolina.

 

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Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, USA - The locomotive departs from Bryson City, with tourist excursions running year-round through the Great Smoky Mountains.

 

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Rocky Mountaineer, Canada and USA -

There are many exciting route options connecting several cities. Pictured is the train on Morant's Curve near Lake Louise, Alberta.

I have been in this one.
Scenic and picturesque.