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Scenic Train Adventure: Gornergrat Express ๐Ÿšž๐ŸŒ„

Knowing how crazy popular this train ride gets, I booked an Express Entry ticket in advanceโ€”total game changer! It gave me a three-minute head start so you can breeze past the line, hop on early, and snag your dream window seat. Major pro tip if you want those jaw-dropping Matterhorn views without the stress. The Gornergrat Train experience was honestly next-level. You glide through magical pine forests and roll straight up the mountain slopes. On clear days, the views of the Matterhorn and all those snowy peaks are literally unreal ๐Ÿคฏ. Perfect for those epic Insta shots! Location info for your trip: Gornergrat Bahn (Gornergrat Railway) Address: Bahnhofplatz, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland Opening Hours: Trains run daily, roughly 7:00โ€ฏAMโ€“7:00โ€ฏPM (check trip.com for real-time schedule!) Express Entry tip: Pre-book your ticket on trip.com for the best deals and smooth experience. After taking in all the summit vibes, I hopped back on the train and got off at Rotenboden for a hike that was straight out of a fairy tale. The trail to Riffelalp is seriously unforgettableโ€”think insane views, changing weather, and those alpine feels. Once the clouds rolled in, I just jumped on the next train and headed back down to Zermatt (so easy!). If you're ever in Zermatt, you *cannot* miss this adventure. The Gornergrat Train is a must-do for everyoneโ€”trust me, you'll be raving about it for ages! Highly recommended. #europetrip
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