description Vereina Tunnel Overview
The Vereina Tunnel is a 19.1-kilometer railway tunnel in the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland, opened in 1999 as part of the Rhaetian Railway network. It connects Klosters in the Prättigau valley with Sagliains in the Engadine valley, carrying both scheduled passenger trains and car shuttle services that allow vehicles to bypass alpine roads. The tunnel provides a year-round link between the two valleys, particularly important in winter when mountain passes are closed by snow.
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Can I drive my own car through the Vereina Tunnel?
You cannot drive through the tunnel yourself; instead, you load your car onto an Autoverlad (car-carrying train) operated by the Rhaetian Railway (RhB) that transports vehicles through the 19.1 km tunnel. The train runs between the Klosters-Selfranga and Sagliains loading stations, connecting the Prättigau valley with the Engadine.
How long does the Vereina Tunnel car train crossing take?
The auto train journey through the Vereina Tunnel takes roughly 18 to 20 minutes between loading stations. This is dramatically faster than the alternative alpine road routes, several of which are closed entirely during winter.
Is the Vereina Tunnel open year-round?
Yes, the tunnel has operated continuously year-round since opening in 1999, providing a critical all-weather link between the Prättigau valley and the Engadine. It is especially vital in winter when high-altitude passes such as the Flüela Pass are closed to road traffic.
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