Taking the train is a quick and efficient way to get across Europe. It’s now even easier after a Swiss railway company broke a Guinness World Record when a 6,253-foot-long train with 100 cars took a ride.
Rhaetian Railway announced its train, composed of 25 four-part Capricorn railcars from Swiss manufacturer Stadler, made its way along the UNESCO World Heritage route from the Albula Tunnel in Preda to the Landwasser Viaduct, near Filisur.
Several thousand guests and railway fans attended the public event in Bergün or positioned themselves along the route to experience the unique event.
The 15.5-mile scenic trip through the Swiss Alps lasted about an hour. This journey marked the 175th anniversary of Switzerland’s famous railway system.
Lucky for one Guinness World Records representative, they got to take part in the scenic ride. They were present for the entire journey and confirmed the train officially broke the record for the longest narrow-gauge passenger train in the world.