From Locarno to Domodossola connecting with Brig, Montreux and the Bernese Oberland
The Centovalli Train departs Locarno from an underground section before rising up on the outskirts of Locarno for an incredible journey along the Centovalli (hundred valleys) via the high point at Santa Maria Maggiore over the Italian border and along the Valle Vigezzo to Domodossola and is interestingly the most direct connection between the rail lines of the Gotthard and Simplon passes. It is the most attractive route between Lake Maggiore, the French part of Switzerland and the Swiss capital Bern.
The journey takes just under 2 hours past breathtaking gorges with crashing waterfalls, over spectacular bridges and passing through delightful villages. Vineyards also line the route, which vary in style from the manicured vine hedges of the Swiss to the somewhat ramshackle family vineyards over the border in Italy. The finale of the journey offers spectacular views of the descent to Domodossola where the track winds down over 250m.
This journey is a delight and can be taken from Locarno as a return day trip or as part of the Lake Maggiore Express day trip. It can also be used as a connection for a two or multi centre holiday, combining the Ticino resorts of Locarno and Ascona with Montreux on Lake Geneva, or on to Spiez and Thun in the Bernese Oberland with the Lötschberg Regio Express, or even to the Graubünden mountain resorts with the Glacier Express.
Make your holiday one to remember with a journey on the Centovalli Line
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Centovalli Line suggested holidays 2023
Holidays can be enjoyed in reverse orderOur suggested two and multi centre itineraries can also be changed to fit your requirements with higher grade hotels and upgraded rooms. Other combinations are also available. Call us on 0800 619 1200.
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Scenic journeys on the Luzern-Interlaken Express, Lötschberg & Centovalli Lines and the Gotthard Panorama Express. You'll stay in resorts close to 4 of the most beautiful lakes in Switzerland.
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Holidays with the Centovalli Line
Centovalli Line details
The Centovalli Line operates hourly services per day, throughout the year. The journey time between Locarno and Domodossola is around 2 hours.
The Centovalli Line trains are run on smaller one metre gauge tracks with standard rolling stock, although a limited number of trains do feature panoramic windows.
You can connect via your phone to a free audio guide, describing the features of the landscape and points of interest during the journey.
Centovalli Line costs
Seat reservations are not possible. A small fee of 2 Sfr per person is payable on the train.
Day trips
Return Locarno to Domodossola 2nd class 44 Sfrs per person, 1st class 77 Sfrs per person
As part of a multi centre
Locarno to Montreux or Thun (or vice versa) 2nd class 42.50 Sfrs per person, 1st class 74.50 Sfrs per person
Locarno to Zermatt (or vice versa) 2nd class 48 Sfrs per person, 1st class 84.50 Sfrs per person
Prices are a guide and will vary according to itinerary. They are valid only with the Half Fare Card (included with your holiday).
Historic Carriages
On selected dates during the summer season, you can enjoy a trip on the Centovalli line aboard one of the historic carriages, dating from 1923! The trains run between Locarno and Camedo and will need to be pre-booked locally. Dates are to be confirmed.
2023 is the centenary year for the Centovalli Line and celebrations will be planned.
Connecting with other scenic rail journeys
We can create a multi-centre scenic rail holiday which combines the Centovalli Line with other famous trains.
From Locarno: travel on Treno Gottardo to Lucerne
From Brig: travel on the Glacier Express to St. Moritz or Lötschberg Regio Express to Spiez/Interlaken
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