Beauty can be found in many structures being built today. Despite what you may think, architecture is alive and never ceases to surprise. Specifically, stations have stood out throughout history as beautiful buildings full of history, such as the Toledo stationconsidered one of the most beautiful in Spain.
However, train stations are much more than just transit points used to embark on a journey. The history and the encounters that have taken place in some of them have left an indelible legacy. Something similar happened to the station. Kings Crossthe renowned entry to the magical world in JK Rolling’s literary saga.
For this reason, starting in 2015 the UNESCO has delivered every year the Versailles Prize to the most beautiful seasons in the world. This year the award went to SchafbergBahn, located in the federal state of Salzburg, Austria. Its structure is immersed in a natural environment that enchants all travelers. From the waiting rooms to catch the train you can see Lake Wolfgangsee just before leaving for the heart of the mountainous landscapes of the Austrian territory.
The SchafbergBahn station has been named ExperienceQuarter and presents numerous scenarios from which to enjoy the natural environment and railways. As soon as you pass through the large door you can see a spacious and sunny lobby for visitors where you can see the ticket sales counter. But also, according to FiveSchaetzeyou can access a souvenir shop and even an events area available at times when the rack railway is not in operation.
Likewise, travelers will be able to visit the museum that houses the station inside for those who want to delve deeper into the history of the train, as well as the possible option to sail by boat for him Wolfgangsee. However, only groups of 20 or more people must reserve their ticket, as the rest can request their ticket from the station itself.
Likewise, the Equalizerthe restaurant that gives the culinary touch that this construction was missing to catapult itself as the most beautiful station in the world. From its terrace you can enjoy the splendid views of the privileged natural landscape.
The old locomotive that circulates on Austrian tracks is from the year 1893 and is the centerpiece of the exhibition. The well-known rack railway follows the steepest route in Austria. This ventures from Schafberg to St. Wolfgang.
The route of this route has an estimate of about 35 minutes on a road at about 1,190 meters of altitude. This route impresses all travelers with its speed as it covers the large slopes of the mountainous area. Rates depend on age and group of people:
- The adults you must pay €26.90 per person for your ticket
- The entrance for the children It is available for €13.40
- For groups, The ticket can be purchased for €25.10 per person
- For two adult families and own children must be paid from 57.50 to 61.10 euros
- For families of one adult with your own children you must pay from €32.20 to €34.20
