by InTrieste
This month, travelers in Italy can trade high-speed trains for the rhythmic clatter of steel wheels on old tracks. As part of a cultural revival initiative linked to GO! 2025, the cross-border European Capital of Culture celebration between Gorizia and Nova Gorica, twelve historic train journeys will crisscross Friuli Venezia Giulia throughout June — and the experience is more than just scenic.
From World Heritage cities to war memorials, freestyle sports festivals to medieval reenactments, each journey is curated to showcase a different face of the region. Passengers ride aboard the iconic Centoporte carriages — vintage rolling stock from the 1930s — outfitted with modern comforts but steeped in Old World charm.
Backed by FS Treni Turistici Italiani and the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region, with operational support from PromoTurismoFVG, the project blends sustainable mobility with immersive local discovery. Tickets come with free guided tours, nature walks, and access to exclusive events — and yes, bicycles are welcome onboard.
Ticket info & reservations available at: www.trenitaliatper.it/treni-storici and www.turismofvg.it.
Featured Journeys for June 2025
June 2 – The Border Train
Departing from Gorizia, this route touches Palmanova, Redipuglia, and Gradisca d’Isonzo — tracing the legacy of Europe’s shifting frontiers with stops at a Renaissance star fort and World War I memorials.
Event details
June 7 – UNESCO Cities Train
A cultural triangle connecting Trieste, Palmanova, Udine, and Cividale del Friuli, this ride dives into Roman ruins, medieval centers, and baroque elegance — all with guided exploration.
June 8 – Crossroads of Europe Train
From Treviso to Gorizia and Nova Gorica, this transnational route underscores the spirit of European unity — the very essence of GO! 2025. Cultural events will unfold across both cities, blurring political lines.
Contact for guided tours and group bookings:
- Tel: +39 0481 535764 / +39 335 1084763
- Email: info.gorizia@promoturismo.fvg.it
The program will run through December 8, 2025, totaling 40 journeys — each an open-air museum on rails. For those seeking culture with a side of nostalgia, Friuli Venezia Giulia’s vintage trains are rolling history in motion.
Full schedule and updates: turismofvg.it/go2025
