Switzerland sets a record for the world’s longest passenger train Posted by Jordyn Johnson on 31 October 2022 Switzerland has set a new record for completing a journey in the world’s longest passenger train. Picture: Screenshot The train is 1.9km in length, weighs 2 990 tons, and has 100 coaches. It took an hour to cover the 25 km journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Albula Line, travelling from Preda to Alvaneu. According to CNN, ‘The Swiss are the world’s most enthusiastic rail users,’ and have about a 5 300 km railway network, making it the densest rail network in the world. The world record ride was made to celebrate 175 years of Swiss railways and to spotlight ‘Switzerland’s engineering achievements,’ reports BCC. Take a look. Follow us on social media for more travel news, inspiration, and guides. You can also tag us to be featured. TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter ALSO READ: Croatia to join the borderless Schengen area Related Posts Debate arises as orcas attack boats: Aggression or social learning? 29 May 2023 Since 2020, there has been a growing number of encounters between orcas, also known as... read more Leopard’s leisurely stroll through South African bush lodge 26 May 2023 A close encounter with a Leopard at avbush lodge was captured on camera and shared... read more Cornered crocodile defends itself against 5 lions in Greater Kruger 22 May 2023 A Nile crocodile thought that a pride of lions waterbuck kill was an easy meal... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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