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Tourists leave a train of the Jungfraubahn railways at the Kleine Scheidegg station
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Tourists leave a train of the Jungfraubahn railways at the Kleine Scheidegg station
A train of the Jungfraubahn railways drives down to the Kleine Scheidegg station (altitude 2061 metres/6762 feet) near the Swiss mountain resort of Grindelwald July 25, 2012.The Jungfraubahn cog railway line, considered pioneering for the steep incline of its 7 km tunnel dug behind the Eiger mountains North Face, is celebrating its hundredth anniversary on August 1. Picture taken July 25, 2012. REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann (SWITZERLAND - Tags: TRANSPORT TRAVEL) - GM1E87R1S2201
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In this photo print, tourists disembark from a train at the Kleine Scheidegg station, located at an impressive altitude of 2061 meters (6762 feet) near the picturesque Swiss mountain resort of Grindelwald. The date is July 25,2012, and it captures a momentous occasion for the Jungfraubahn railways as they are about to celebrate their hundredth anniversary on August 1. The Jungfraubahn cog railway line has earned its reputation as a pioneer due to its remarkable engineering feat - a seven-kilometer tunnel carved behind the imposing North Face of the Eiger mountains. This challenging incline showcases human ingenuity and determination in conquering nature's obstacles. As tourists step off the train onto this alpine platform, one can only imagine their awe-inspiring journey through breathtaking landscapes and panoramic views that Switzerland is renowned for. The air is crisp and refreshing at this high elevation, invigorating both body and soul. This image encapsulates not only the beauty of Swiss transport but also highlights travel as an enriching experience. It serves as a reminder that exploration knows no boundaries when humans push beyond limits to create extraordinary paths amidst nature's grandeur. Photographer Arnd Wiegmann expertly captures this moment in time with his lens, inviting us into a world where adventure meets innovation against an idyllic backdrop.
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