Furka Cogwheel Steam Railway

2:00 h
28.89 km
830 m
650 m
1,366 m
2,160 m
Difficulty: easy
Start: Oberwald, station

Admire the pioneering railway engineering achievements of our ancestors amid a magnificent mountain landscape.

Marvel at the pioneering achievements of our ancestors in the field of railway engineering, set against a magnificent mountain backdrop. The Furka Steam Railway runs between Realp (1,543 m above sea level) in the Urseren Valley and Oberwald (1,366 m above sea level) in the Obergoms region. This unforgettable journey takes about two hours aboard carefully restored vintage trains, winding through snow-capped mountain peaks over the Furka Pass (2,160 m above sea level) and past the enchanting Rhone Glacier. Hop on board for a truly unique experience. Enjoy the ride!

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