Richard Bangs' Adventures with Purpose

Switzerland: Quest for the Sublime

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Richard Bangs explores the origins of adventure travel and searches for what philosophers and poets called "the sublime." Bangs' quest to unearth the true meaning of “sublime” begins in the heart of Switzerland: Lucerne. Later, he travels to the chic winter resort of St. Moritz, climbs aboard the famous Glacier Express train and heads to Zermatt and experiences the rapture of the Matterhorn.

Aired: 05/24/22 | Expires: 06/30/28 | Rating: TV-G

Distributed nationally by American Public Television

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