Panorama Express

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The Bernina Express is classified as a Panorama Express

Panorama Express, abbreviated PE, is a special category of long-distance train in Switzerland. It was introduced with the December 2019 timetable change, and is generally used to denote tourism-focused services. [1] Examples of such trains include the Bernina Express , Glacier Express , and Voralpen Express . Characteristics of a Panorama Express can include first- and second-class seating, air-conditioned coaches, and a limited number of intermediate stops. Advance reservations are often required but not necessarily compulsory. [2]

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References

  1. "Keine halben Sachen: Voralpen-Express bleibt Voralpen-Express". info24 (in German). 15 January 2020. Retrieved 15 August 2020.
  2. "Zugcharakteristik" (PDF). 2020. Retrieved 15 August 2020.