Foliage train returns between Italy and Switzerland from October 14
The seasonal foliage train connecting Domodossola (Italy) and Locarno (Switzerland) will operate from October 14 to November 11, 2023. The 52-kilometer route runs through the Centovalli and Valle Vigezzo forests, known as the Valley of Painters for their evocative landscapes. The Ferrovia Vigezzina-Centovalli, which organizes the service, will celebrate its 100th anniversary starting November 25, 2023, with events through November 2024, including a special stamp depicting the train on the Iron Bridge of Intragna. Bookings are open on the railway's website.
Key facts
- Foliage train runs from October 14 to November 11, 2023
- Route connects Domodossola (Italy) and Locarno (Switzerland)
- 52 kilometers of railway through Centovalli and Valle Vigezzo
- Area known as Valley of Painters for its landscapes
- Ferrovia Vigezzina-Centovalli celebrates 100 years from November 25, 2023
- Centennial events run until November 2024
- Special stamp features train on Iron Bridge of Intragna
- Bookings open on railway website
Entities
Institutions
- Ferrovia Vigezzina-Centovalli
Locations
- Domodossola
- Italy
- Locarno
- Switzerland
- Centovalli
- Valle Vigezzo
- Santa Maria Maggiore
- Re
- Verdasio
- Intragna
- Ponte di Ferro di Intragna