by InTrieste
Friuli Venezia Giulia’s season of historic train journeys will conclude in December, ending a program of 40 excursions that took travelers across the region in restored 1930s railway carriages. The final five trips — blending commemoration, culinary traditions and holiday festivities — will run through Dec. 8.
Organized by the regional government in partnership with FS Treni Turistici Italiani and supported by PromoTurismoFVG, the initiative promotes local heritage and sustainable travel while offering guided tours, cultural events and excursions.
November Journeys
On Nov. 4, a special train will depart Trieste for Redipuglia for Italy’s National Unity and Armed Forces Day. Passengers will attend a memorial ceremony at the Redipuglia War Memorial, followed by a guided tour and traditional soldier’s lunch.
Information: IAT Fogliano Redipuglia, +39 0481 489139, info@prolocofoglianoredipuglia.it — www.prolocofoglianoredipuglia.it
On Nov. 9, a “cheese train” from Sacile will bring travelers to Gemona del Friuli for “Gemona, formaggio… e dintorni,” an event spotlighting local dairy producers, with tastings, children’s activities and live music.
Information: IAT Gemona del Friuli, +39 0432 981441, info@visitgemona.com
Another World War I–themed trip on Nov. 16 will depart from Udine to Forgaria nel Friuli and Pinzano al Tagliamento, with two itineraries exploring sites tied to the Battle of Caporetto. The event forms part of the GO! 2025 European Capital of Culture program.
Information: Udine Infopoint, +39 0432 295972, info.udine@promoturismo.fvg.it
Toward the Holidays
On Dec. 5, a holiday-themed train will travel from Trieste to Tarvisio for the annual Krampus parade, featuring masked Alpine folklore figures accompanying St. Nicholas.
Information: Tarvisio Infopoint, +39 0428 2135 / +39 335 7839496, info.tarvisio@promoturismo.fvg.it
The final journey of the year, on Dec. 8, will run from Gemona del Friuli to Sacile, stopping in Poffabro and Polcenigo for Christmas markets and nativity displays in historic villages.
Information: Pordenone Infopoint, +39 0434 520381, info.pordenone@promoturismo.fvg.it
Tickets and Travel Details
Round-trip tickets cost €10 for adults on electric or diesel trains and €5 for children ages 4 to 11. Steam-powered trains cost €15 for adults and €7.50 for children. Children under 4 travel free. One-way tickets are available, but seats cannot be reserved. Trains accommodate up to 250 passengers.
Tickets may be purchased at Trenitalia stations, from authorized travel agencies, and online at www.trenitalia.comand the Fondazione FS site (www.fondazionefs.it), beginning two weeks before each departure, subject to availability.
Because the restored carriages maintain their historic features, they lack modern amenities such as air-conditioning and central heating. Passengers are encouraged to dress appropriately. Limited bicycle space is available.
For full schedules and details, visit PromoTurismoFVG’s historic train page: www.turismofvg.it/it/treni-storici.
