Home > Europe > Switzerland > Bern
Switzerland - Switchback turn on the Sustenstrasse
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Switzerland - Switchback turn on the Sustenstrasse
Switzerland - Switchback turn on the Sustenstrasse, built between 1938-1945 - in the Cantons of Bern & Uri. Date: circa 1940s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14407098
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alpine Alps Bend Bends Bern Canton Cantons Corner Embankment Engineering Hillside Mountainside Sep16 Sharp Steep Swiss Switchback Turn
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures the breathtaking beauty and engineering marvel of Switzerland's Sustenstrasse switchback turn, dating back to the 1940s. The winding road, built between 1938-1945 in the Cantons of Bern and Uri, showcases a series of sharp bends that snake their way up the mountainside with precision and grace.
The steep incline of the switchback turn is a testament to human ingenuity and determination in conquering nature's obstacles. As one navigates through each bend, they are met with stunning views of the alpine landscape, with towering peaks and lush hillsides stretching as far as the eye can see.
The photo captures a moment frozen in time, where travelers would have marveled at both the natural beauty surrounding them and the impressive feat of engineering that allowed them to traverse such challenging terrain. The sepia tones add a sense of nostalgia to this snapshot from decades past.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of Switzerland's reputation for excellence in mountain road construction and its ability to seamlessly blend man-made structures with nature's grandeur. This print serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with pushing boundaries and exploring new horizons – both literally on this winding road and figuratively in our quest for progress.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
