Learn More About the Longest Passenger Train in the World!

Switzerland recently claimed a world record - for the world’s longest passenger train. The world's longest passenger train is owned by the Rhaetian Railway business in Switzerland. According to a report from the Associated Press, the train traveled 1.9 kilometers (1.2 miles) along the Albula/Bernina route from Preda to Bergün. The train traveled through one of the most spectacular tracks in the Alps, along the picturesque route, which is noted for its 48 bridges and 22 tunnels, many of which pass through mountains. It is one of the most beautiful pathways and was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008. Rail aficionados watched the 25 sections of the train go 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) through the Alps while they were present in the valley to watch the splendid sight of the long train maneuvering through the mountains. In a little more than an hour, the entire trip was finished. Renato Fasciati, director of the Rhaetian Railway Company, stated that the record was intended to highlight some of Switzerland's engineering accomplishments and commemorate 175 years of Swiss railroads. The Director told the local media, "For me, this is just Swiss perfection." The company declared that it had beaten the  Guinness World Record for the longest passenger train after the journey.