A journey through time to celebrate two important anniversaries in the history of Piemonte's railways: the 150th anniversary of the Torino-Lanzo line and the 110th anniversary of the Torino-Ceres line.
The heritage train departs from Torino Porta Nuova station and travels along the scenic route through the Lanzo Valleys. Passengers can enjoy the thrill of a journey aboard period carriages, amidst alpine landscapes and villages whose charm remains unchanged.
Events:
- 26 July: Historic train from Torino Porta Nuova to Lanzo Torinese, exploring the first section of the line inaugurated 150 years ago
- 9 and 23 August: Historic train from Torino Porta Nuova to Ceres, featuring the distinctive Art Nouveau and Swiss-style stations along the route
A guided tour of the two historic railway stations includes a visit to the indoor exhibition, the outdoor museum area and the static display of prestigious artefacts from the golden age of the Torino-Lanzo-Ceres railway.
Events to be planned:
· Guided village, museum and monument tours
· Photographic exhibitions and presentations
· Dance, theatre and music shows
· Markets selling local produce
Three special dates offering visitors a unique opportunity to rediscover the cultural, railway and scenic heritage of the Lanzo Valleys and to celebrate over a century of history along the Torino-Lanzo-Ceres railway line.
Photo credits di Federico Sardo. Immagine generate con AI