A highlight of the rail journey is crossing high stone bridges. — MASSIMO PEDRAZZINI
My rail journey through the far southeastern region of Switzerland and into northern Italy commenced in Locarno at the rather expressive “Fart” station located below the main rail platforms. The railway is operated by the Ferrovie Autolinee Regionali Ticinesi (or Fart) in Switzerland and the Società Subalpina Imprese Ferroviarie (SSIF) in Italy.
Most Swiss railway journeys promise snow-capped mountains and jaw-dropping scenery of alpine lakes, rivers and lush meadows. Some journeys are more impressive than others, with the railway between Locarno (Switzerland) and Domodossola (Italy) on the Centovalli Express traversing some 100 valleys in two countries.
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European railway journey
A highlight of the rail journey is crossing high stone bridges. — MASSIMO PEDRAZZINI
Winter is a magical time to travel from Brig to Locarno. — Photos: DAVID BOWDEN
Look for the Ferrovie Autolinee Regionali Ticinesi (or, Fart) sign at Locarno Station.
The train journey starts from the lakefront of Locarno in Switzerland.
The Centovalli trains pass forests with spectacular colours during autumn. — Swiss Rail System
Catch the Centovalli train from the Fart station below Locarno Station.
Explore the Lake Maggiore are in the lakeside town of Ascona, that’s close to Locarno.
The Centovalli train passes through vast areas of rugged untouched territory.
Admire the Italian Alps near Domodossola from the express.
The Centovalli Express passes numerous wild rivers on its journey to Domodossola.
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