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Switzerland: Part 2

Michael Portillo heads for the glorious Alps and learns how astonishing engineering feats conquered the most challenging peaks before taking in Lake Lucerne.

Following in the footsteps of early 20th-century travellers, on the second part of this journey Michael Portillo uses his 1913 railway guide to explore Switzerland, whose remarkable railways helped make it a favourite with Edwardian tourists. On this leg he heads for the glorious Alps and learns how astonishing engineering feats conquered the most challenging peaks before taking in the striking beauty of Lake Lucerne. Michael's journey ends with a spectacular ascent by train to Europe's highest station, perched atop Switzerland's dramatic Jungfraujoch mountain.

30 minutes

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Presenter Michael Portillo

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Steam Railways

A collection of programmes from the 大象传媒 archives on the beauty of steam locomotives.