Mont Blanc Grows Nearly 2 Meters Taller in 3 Years
France's highest peak just got a growth spurt. Mont Blanc now stands nearly two meters taller than it did in 2023, reaching 4,807.47 meters above sea level.
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World's Longest Rail Tunnel Plans Alps Restoration
The 64-kilometer Brenner Base Tunnel between Austria and Italy is creating a new Alpine valley from excavation debris, promising to restore the landscape within a decade. Engineers are using 30-kilometer conveyor belts instead of trucks to move 7.7 million cubic meters of rock while protecting nearby villages.
Swiss St. Bernard Dogs Still Rescue Alpine Legacy Today
The legendary St. Bernard rescue dogs are still walking the same Swiss Alpine trails where they saved lives for centuries. A new theme park celebrates their heritage while 32 dogs continue their mission helping people today.