Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

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Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps (2022)

A journey aboard Swiss cog trains, travelling through breathtaking landscapes and up to spectacular peaks, while highlighting the seamless fusion of heritage and technology.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, 2022, Documentary, History, Nature, Travel


Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps - TV Showtimes

Tuesday, April 21

9:50am

New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘Charming Brienz Rothorn...’

SBS

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'Charming Brienz Rothorn Railway, The'

SBS, 9:50am, Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 60 minutes

NEW SHOW

Carved by hand into the mountainside 130 years ago, the Brienzer Rothorn Railway climbs 7.6 kilometres from the emerald shores of Lake Brienz to a summit of 2244 metres. It is the only cogwheel railway in Switzerland to run a daily steam service, hauled by locomotives dating back to the 19th century. At the top, one of the most spectacular alpine panoramas in the world awaits.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 1


New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘Charming Brienz Rothorn...’

SBS HD

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'Charming Brienz Rothorn Railway, The'

SBS HD, 9:50am, Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 60 minutes

NEW SHOW

Carved by hand into the mountainside 130 years ago, the Brienzer Rothorn Railway climbs 7.6 kilometres from the emerald shores of Lake Brienz to a summit of 2244 metres. It is the only cogwheel railway in Switzerland to run a daily steam service, hauled by locomotives dating back to the 19th century. At the top, one of the most spectacular alpine panoramas in the world awaits.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 1


Wednesday, April 22

9:55am

New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘The Mythical Pilatus...’

SBS

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'The Mythical Pilatus Railway'

SBS, 9:55am, Wed, 22 Apr 2026, 55 minutes

NEW SHOW

South of Lucerne rises one of Switzerland's most dramatic mountain massifs, and for over a century the world's steepest cogwheel railway has been the most exhilarating way to reach its summit. Mount Pilatus is a journey that rewards the brave, combining breathtaking alpine scenery with a ride that delivers a genuine thrill from the very first metre. This is landscape cinema at its most spectacular.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 2


New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘The Mythical Pilatus...’

SBS HD

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'The Mythical Pilatus Railway'

SBS HD, 9:55am, Wed, 22 Apr 2026, 55 minutes

NEW SHOW

South of Lucerne rises one of Switzerland's most dramatic mountain massifs, and for over a century the world's steepest cogwheel railway has been the most exhilarating way to reach its summit. Mount Pilatus is a journey that rewards the brave, combining breathtaking alpine scenery with a ride that delivers a genuine thrill from the very first metre. This is landscape cinema at its most spectacular.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 2


Thursday, April 23

9:50am

New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘The Impressive...’

SBS

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'The Impressive Gornergrat Railway'

SBS, 9:50am, Thu, 23 Apr 2026, 60 minutes

NEW SHOW

The Gornergratbahn is one of Europe's great mountain railways, climbing from the glamorous resort of Zermatt to over 3000 metres in the canton of Valais. As the second highest cogwheel train on the continent, it offers something truly special throughout the journey: an uninterrupted and ever-changing view of the Matterhorn, one of the most recognisable peaks in the world.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 3


New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘The Impressive...’

SBS HD

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'The Impressive Gornergrat Railway'

SBS HD, 9:50am, Thu, 23 Apr 2026, 60 minutes

NEW SHOW

The Gornergratbahn is one of Europe's great mountain railways, climbing from the glamorous resort of Zermatt to over 3000 metres in the canton of Valais. As the second highest cogwheel train on the continent, it offers something truly special throughout the journey: an uninterrupted and ever-changing view of the Matterhorn, one of the most recognisable peaks in the world.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 3


Friday, April 24

9:50am

New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘The Royal Rigi Railway’

SBS

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'The Royal Rigi Railway'

SBS, 9:50am, Fri, 24 Apr 2026, 60 minutes

NEW SHOW

The Rigi is home to the most remarkable collection of historic mountain railways in Switzerland, led by the Rigi Railway, the first cogwheel train ever built in Europe. A journey aboard the legendary Sachsi railcar is a step back in time, winding past waterfalls, rugged rock faces and soaring viaducts, to the delight of passengers and railway enthusiasts alike. Some traditions are worth preserving.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 4


New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘The Royal Rigi Railway’

SBS HD

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'The Royal Rigi Railway'

SBS HD, 9:50am, Fri, 24 Apr 2026, 60 minutes

NEW SHOW

The Rigi is home to the most remarkable collection of historic mountain railways in Switzerland, led by the Rigi Railway, the first cogwheel train ever built in Europe. A journey aboard the legendary Sachsi railcar is a step back in time, winding past waterfalls, rugged rock faces and soaring viaducts, to the delight of passengers and railway enthusiasts alike. Some traditions are worth preserving.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 4


Monday, April 27

10:00am

New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘Monte Generoso’

SBS

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'Monte Generoso'

SBS, 10:00am, Mon, 27 Apr 2026, 60 minutes

NEW SHOW

For 130 years, the Ferrovia Monte Generoso has carried passengers from the shores of Lake Lugano to the finest viewpoint in the Swiss canton of Ticino. This is no ordinary mountain railway. Along the route, vineyards, ancient mills, hidden grottos and a remarkable cave reveal a landscape full of surprises, before the summit delivers a panorama that truly has to be seen to be believed.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 5


New Show Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps ‘Monte Generoso’

SBS HD

Spectacular Railways Of The Swiss Alps

'Monte Generoso'

SBS HD, 10:00am, Mon, 27 Apr 2026, 60 minutes

NEW SHOW

For 130 years, the Ferrovia Monte Generoso has carried passengers from the shores of Lake Lugano to the finest viewpoint in the Swiss canton of Ticino. This is no ordinary mountain railway. Along the route, vineyards, ancient mills, hidden grottos and a remarkable cave reveal a landscape full of surprises, before the summit delivers a panorama that truly has to be seen to be believed.

Directed by Jonas Keller.

Series, Germany, English, Subtitles, Documentary, Nature, Travel, History, Season 1 Episode 5


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