The Transiberiana d'Italia is one of Italy's great scenic railways, climbing 140 km from Sulmona through the Abruzzo and Majella highlands and down to Isernia in Molise. On designated days, vintage carriages run the high mountain route past Roccaraso, Castel di Sangro and Rivisondoli-Pescocostanzo, crossing some of the highest railway in the Apennines. From the Molise side, the run from Isernia northward into the mountains is spectacular in every season.
| Travel time | Full day |
|---|---|
| Getting there | Historic train on the Isernia–Sulmona–Carpinone line; vintage carriages on scheduled run days |
| Cost | Heritage train ticket approx €30–50 per person |
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Highlights
- One of Europe's highest scenic railways
- Vintage carriages through Abruzzo and Majella national parks
- Stops at Roccaraso, Castel di Sangro and Pescocostanzo
- Snow-covered plateaux in winter, wildflowers in spring
- Isernia–Sulmona heritage line
Tips for visiting
- Run days are limited — check the schedule and book ahead
- bring warm layers as mountain stops are cold