Images of Switzerland ~ The Jewel of Europe

[Your Old Comrade]

The S15 service, a commuter train, starts in Rapperswil at the upper part of Lake Zurich and is followed by a (almost) non-stop ride through the Zurich Highlands before entering the city of Zurich. The line then continues further deep into Zurich Lowlands and reaches the terminus Niederweningen. The S15 service shares the first part of the line with the S5 service, but splits into an entirely different direction after reaching Zurich Main Station. The colourful trees are slowly starting to show on this train trip that ends up quite rural after leaving Zurich.

Locomotive/EMU: Stadler KISS160 (RABe 511)

Train stops at:
00:20 Rapperswil
02:05 Jona
05:55 Rüti
08:25 Bubikon
12:55 Wetzikon
18:00 Uster
29:10 Zurich Stadelhofen
31:20 Zurich Main Station
33:40 Zurich Hardbrücke
37:30 Zurich Oerlikon
40:20 Glattbrugg
43:00 Rümlang
45:50 Oberglatt
48:00 Niederhasli
50:25 Dielsdorf
52:15 Steinmaur
55:10 Schöfflisdorf-Oberweningen
57:30 Niederweningen Dorf
59:30 Niederweningen

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We have been to St. Gallen before but never drove back - time to change that! Welcome to St. Gallen, the biggest city in northeastern Switzerland. We're sat aboard an ICN (Intercity tilting train) bound for Lausanne. The sun just started rising, giving us a beautiful cab ride during the blue hour. It's only three stops until we reach Zurich Main Station an hour later. A quick ride with fast curves and beautiful views awaits you here! If you'd like to continue the ride to Biel, you may do so in Zurich.

To show you the differences in speed between tilting trains and regular trains, the speeds will be displayed in the upper right corner, if applicable. If no speed is shown, tilting trains are not allowed to go faster than regular trains. If you pay close attention to the numbers, you'll notice they change all the time and on different points for the different train categories. This is the number one reason why I don't include speeds in my videos. I know some of my viewers have been asking, but the differences with different train types are just too confusing for those untrained with our regulations. One thing is explained easily though: The indicated tilting train speeds are the absolute maximum for this route, it doesn't get higher.

A little information on tilting trains:
The idea behind tilting trains is to allow for faster cornering speeds than regular trains. This reduces travel time without the need to build new high-speed lines or heavily modifying existing tracks. Just compare a regular train to a car and a tilting train to a motorbike. Cornering fast in a car is possible, but wears the tires faster, is more dangerous than ordinary driving and the lateral forces are unpleasant to the passengers. On a motorbike, it is normal to lay into curves, which results in a little bit more pressure into the direction of seating, instead of lateral forces. Tilting trains are usually lighter than regular trains and the center of mass moves into the curve while tilting, reducing stress onto its own wheels and the infrastructure when compared to the same speed without tilting. But it is a fact that the higher speeds do cause more wear, even if it is reduced by the tilting motion. Everything comes at a price after all...

Locomotive/EMU: RABDe 500 (ICN)

Train stops at:
St. Gallen
Winterthur
Zurich Airport

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The Swiss city of Basel is home to four little ferries that have been shuttling across the river Rhine every day since the 1800s. But unlike most ferries, they have no engines. Or paddles. Or even sails. So how exactly do they work? I went to Switzerland to find out more...

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This relaxing drive was filmed in a Swiss Village of Adelboden. Adelboden is a Swiss Alpine village in the Bernese Oberland region and it also has a beautiful Ski resort. We go towards Interlaken in this drive and explore beautiful views. This relaxing video is fully shot in 4K HDR 60 fps. Please hit like share and subscribe...

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Today we will be taking SBB's new flagship train, the RABe 501 Stadler GirunoEMU. These fantastic trains are 11 coaches long, and run domestic and Eurocity international routes between Switzerland & Italy/Germany. There is some fantastic scenery on this route too... Enjoy the video!

Date of Filming: 15/9/21
Camera: GoPro Hero 7 Black
Operator: SBB CFF FFS (Swiss Railways)
Departure: Lugano, Switzerland
Arrival: Zürich, Switzerland
Cost: First Class - 114CHF (£92.97, €109.38, $123.30)
Second Class - 65CHF (£52.49, €62.75, $70.78)
(BIG saving to be had using Swiss half-price travelcard, Supersaver non-flexible tickets or an Interrail Pass!)

Today we will be taking one SBB's tilting ICN Intercity EMUs, on an IC5 service from Geneva to Zürich. As are most train journeys in this Rail Lover's Paradise, this is a beautifully scenic affair; encompassing stunning blue lakes and tall majestic mountains... enjoy the video!

Date of Filming: 13/9/21
Camera: GoPro Hero 7 Black
Operator: SBB
Departure: Geneva, Switzerland
Arrival: Zürich, Switzerland
Cost: First Class - See video for details!

Today we are checking out the Swiss Intercity Neigezug (ICN) trains along the main route connecting Geneva to Zurich along the western side of Lake Biel, Neuchâtel and Geneva. Come and expire nce the journey as we check out some swiss high speed train excellence


Train type: SBB RABDe 500 (ICN)
Route: Geneva to Zurich HB
Train: IC5 (511)
Distance: 277 km
Journey time: 2h56m
Average speed: 94 km/h
Price: 88 CHF (I used Saver Day Pass 59 CHF)

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Short morning snowfall walk form the village of Stechelberg in Switzerland. Cold morning Walk from Stechelberg. I didn't actually plan to record or share this walk, but I loved the lighting so I decided to do it anyway. This snow walk was actually me getting ready to hike back to Lauterbrunnen.

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Willkommen an Bord des Siemens Doppelstock-Triebzugs, kurz DTZ. Es ist ein sehr heisser Sommertag und die Klimaanlage arbeitet auf Hochtouren. Wir befinden uns. Wir befinden uns in der Abstellanlage von Winterthur und werden in Kürze unseren Zug an den Bahnsteig rangieren. Nachdem unsere Fahrgäste eingestiegen sind, geht unsere Fahrt los. Die S8 verbindet die Stadt Winterthur, die zweitgrösste Stadt im Kanton Zürich, mit Pfäffikon SZ am Ufer des Zürichsees. Sie gehört zu den längeren Linien im S-Bahn Netz des ZVV und durchfährt einmal fast den ganzen Kanton Zürich von Nordosten bis Südosten und befährt auch den Nachbarkanton Schwyz, was das Kürzel SZ erklärt. Unsere Fahrt führt uns auch durch die Stadt Zürich, hierfür befahren wir den neuesten Teil des Hauptbahnhofs, den Bahnhofteil Löwenstrasse mit der dazugehörenden Durchmesserlinie. Lehne dich zurück, schnapp dir ein erfrischendes Getränk und geniesse die Fahrt!

Lokomotive/Triebzug: Siemens Desiro Double Deck (RABe 514)

Der Zug hält in:
Winterthur
Effretikon
Dietlikon
Wallisellen
Zürich Oerlikon
Zürich Hauptbahnhof
Zürich Wiedikon
Zürich Enge
Zürich Wollishofen
Kilchberg
Rüschlikon
Thalwil
Oberrieden
Horgen
Au ZH
Wädenswil
Richterswil
Bäch
Freienbach
Pfäffikon SZ

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Relaxing winter walk from Stechelberg to Lauterbrunnen in Switzerland. This picturesque route takes us through a snowy wonderland, surrounded by majestic mountains and cascading waterfalls. The snow-covered landscapes provide a peaceful and serene atmosphere, perfect for unwinding and rejuvenating. The walk is easy and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Along the way, we'll take in the beauty of the village of Stechelberg and the famous Lauterbrunnen Valley, known for its waterfalls. This video includes the soothing sounds of nature, birds, and rivers to enhance your relaxation experience. Enjoy!

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In the Neckertal

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Saint-Saphorin - Lavaux