The Call Of the Mountains!

November 3, 2016

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Sněžka mountain

At 1603 meters, Sněžka is the highest mountain on the border between Poland and the Czech Republic. The region is a popular holiday spot – and the main point of the Selesian Ridge. (11.01.2019)

Up high on Mont Blanc

Mont Blanc rises 4,810 meters above sea level -- and that makes it the highest mountain in the Alps. A cable railway takes visitors to the 3,800 meter level -- where they can enjoy spectacular views. (29.10.2018)

Popular peak

Austria's highest mountain, the Grossglockner, offers tourists a true nature experience. With the mountain’s peak lying at just under 3,800 meters it’s a distinctive landmark of the Alpine region. (09.01.2019)

Germany's highest mountain: the Zugspitze

Germany's highest mountain is the Zugspitze -- at just under 3,000 meters. They've put in a new cable railway there that offers panoramic views as it speeds visitors to the top. (09.01.2019)

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