Trains
Summary
Long-distance passenger rail and freight: intercity and night trains, cross-border routes, cargo, and the bridges and tunnels that carry them. City-scale trams, buses, and subways live in Public Transit.
A big part of why we moved to Germany: a country where the train is a real alternative to the car.
Changelog
- 2026-09-26: Moved from Urban Planning to Infrastructure and made a branch hub. Scope: long-distance and freight; city transit split out to Public Transit. Added
permalink: Urban-Planning/Trainsso the old public Quartz URL keeps working.
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Glacier Express
- In Switzerland
- PBS Train Documentary
- The Glacier Express is one of the most scenic train journeys in Switzerland.
- Known for its panoramic views of the Swiss Alps, connecting Zermatt and St. Moritz.
- Often referred to as “the slowest express train in the world,” it offers breathtaking views over an eight-hour journey.
- The route includes numerous tunnels and bridges, showcasing engineering marvels amidst natural beauty.
- Glacier Express - Wikipedia
Bridges and Tunnels
- Germany > Rendsburg High Bridge: the Kiel Canal rail crossing
Rail vs. Canals
- Canals and Towpaths: railways took the freight off both the Thames and the English canals; the Thames recovered through leisure within decades, the canals needed a volunteer rescue movement