Original version

BBC Radio 4 FM

BBC Radio 4 is a radio channel that started transmitting on the 30th September 1967. It replaced BBC Home Service.

BBC Radio 4

Radio 4

Radio 4 (FM)

BBC Radio 4 LW

The Alps

The Alps: Episode 1

Episode 1

BBC Radio 4 - The Alps, Episode 1

Why controlling the cracks in the Alps was the key to moving from north to south.

Misha Glenny explores the Alps' mountain passes, and why controlling these cracks was the key to moving from north to south.

The Alps form a vast mountain barrier stretching from Vienna to Nice, dividing German north from Latin south. Misha Glenny tackles our shared European history in a totally unexpected way, exploring the impact of the Alps on our culture, our economy and the formation of eight European states. 

In this first programme, Misha focuses on the mountain passes, and why controlling these cracks in the Alps was the key to moving from north to south.

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Documentaries

Factual

Misha Glenny presents a history of Europe as shaped by the Alps

Accessibility links

Programme Index

The Alps

Episode 1

Genres

Series

BBC Radio 4 FM

About BBC Radio 4