The 10 most beautiful train journeys in the world

From the pristine landscapes of Norway, amidst fjords and mountains, to the wonders of France. But also itineraries in Italy, Canada, and the rest of the world.

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Travel by train Traveling for work has its advantages, but doing it for pleasure has something magical about it. Especially when you immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes in the midst of unknown forests and villages, or board trains that seem to come from distant times. Here's our ranking of the best 10 most beautiful train journeys in the world.

From Italy to France, from Canada to Russia, we're discovering the world's best train itineraries. All that's left to do is get going!

Costa Verde Express

If you want to explore Spain in an exclusive way, then the train for you is the Costa Verde Express, once known as Transcantábrico Clásico. The itineraryThe six-day route crosses the north of the country, starting in Bilbao and ending in Santiago de Compostela. Its name comes from the long stretch of Asturias coast known as the "Green Coast" due to its jagged cliffs covered in meadows.

Yellow train

Do you like the color yellow and the Pyrenees? The train for you is the “Train Jaune” which connects Villefranche-de-Conflent to Latour-de-Carol. A 63 km route lasting about 3 hours that crosses the Tet Valley and the Cerdan Plateau. Unforgettable!

Flam Train

There are those who swear that the Flåmsbana railway line is one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. And it's hard to believe, considering that the Flåm Railway passes through the pristine landscapes of Norway, including fjords, valleys, waterfalls and montainsThe departure is scheduled from Flåm, a small Norwegian village overlooking the magnificent Aurland fjord, and the arrival is in Myrdal, where the Oslo–Bergen railway meets the Flåmsbana.

Orient Express

A luxury train for demanding palates, the Venice Orient Express It's probably one of the most famous trains of all time, and certainly also one of the most expensive. It was built in the late 800th century to connect Paris to Istanbul, a route that is no longer accessible without transfers. Fortunately, there are many others, including the famous London-Paris route. Naturally, the costs are extremely high!

Linha Do Douro

Is called "Linha do Douro"the railway line that starts from Porto, a coastal city in northwestern Portugal, and runs along the Douro River. A long route that allows you to admire breathtaking landscapes and wonderful vineyards. Just think, they're a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

Bernina train

Even in Italy we boast some breathtaking itineraries on board equally enchanting trains: this is the case of the Bernina train, also known as the Trenino Rosso, which connects Tirano, Lombardy, to St. Moritz, Switzerland. It is the slowest express train in all of Europe, so unique, thanks in part to its flaming red carriages, that it has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Bernina Express reaches the high altitudes of the Bernina Hospice and then descends towards the Upper Engadine to the renowned St. Moritz.

Alsace Wine Route

The famous "The Alsace Wine Route can be travelled by train Starting from Strasbourg, making tasty stops along the way to taste the local wines. Not to mention the breathtaking scenery you pass through passing through vineyards and castles.

Danube Express

If you enjoy the atmosphere of Central Europe, then you absolutely must treat yourself to a trip aboard the fascinating Danube Express. This unmissable itinerary begins in Turkey and passes through numerous countries, from Romania to Hungary, before arriving in Austria, Slovakia, Poland, and the Czech Republic.

VRocky Mountaineer

Il Rocky Mountaineer, in Canada, covers a whopping 800 km from the town of Banff to Vancouver. If you like the wild landscapes and uncontaminated, this itinerary immersed in nature is truly unmissable, also because it crosses the Canadian Rockies.

Trans-Siberian

The famous Trans-Siberian It crosses Eastern Europe and Northern Asia on Russian territory and is the longest railway in the world with its 9288 km. A fascinating itinerary that starts in Moscow and passes through unique landscapes all the way to Vladivostok, in the Russian Far East. From there, you can continue on to Beijing. The Trans-Siberian Railway is served by both standard trains, with more affordable fares, and luxury trains.

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