Alpine Railways - by Eugen E Hüsler (Hardcover)

Name: Alpine Railways - by Eugen E Hüsler (Hardcover)
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Dedicated to the fascinating landscapes of the railways that traverse the Alps, this book combines stunning, large-scale photographs with information about the numerous railways that wend through Europe's iconic mountain range.
Author(s): Eugen E Hüsler
320 Pages
Travel, Food, Lodging & Transportation

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About the Book

Breathtaking images and vibrant descriptions showcase the technical and aesthetic marvels that are the railways of the European Alps.

Book Synopsis

Dedicated to the fascinating landscapes of the railways that traverse the Alps, this book combines stunning, large-scale photographs with information about the numerous railways that wend through Europe's iconic mountain range. Truly unique, these mountain railways are considered technical and aesthetic masterpieces.

Key Features:

- Detailed descriptions of more than 60 different railways present historical context and convey the full experience of riding along these scenic routes in France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, and Slovenia.

- Breathtaking images provide views of the trains, tracks, stations, bridges, and other infrastructure as well as the nature that surrounds the railways.

- A comprehensive chart provides information on each route's length, highest point, lowest point, gauge, drive transmission, and opening year.

Alpine enthusiasts Berthold Steinhilber and Eugen E. Hüsler guide readers on an unforgettable trip from the Tendabahn in the Maritime Alps of Italy through the impressive Swiss railways and onto Austria's historic Semmering Railway on the eastern edge of the Alpine arc.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 11.15 Inches (H) x 8.8 Inches (W) x 1.31 Inches (D)

Weight: 4.17 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 320

Genre: Travel

Sub-Genre: Food, Lodging & Transportation

Publisher: Schiffer Publishing

Theme: Rail Travel

Format: Hardcover

Author: Eugen E Hüsler

Language: English

Street Date: October 28, 2025

TCIN: 1002649175

UPC: 9780764370243

Item Number (DPCI): 247-20-6018

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.31 inches length x 8.8 inches width x 11.15 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 4.17 pounds

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