The charm of the Lake by steam train

Have you always dreamed of living a unique experience, an opportunity to breathe the atmosphere of Italy in the early 1900s?

There is an original and evocative method to do it, which allows you to discover the beauties of the “Belpaese”: trips on historic steam trains, periodically organized by Italian State Railways (“Ferrovie dello Stato”).

These are truly unique opportunities to breathe in the atmosphere of times gone by and live an exclusive experience, capable of taking travellers back in time, to the pioneering era of steam locomotives, when trains were the most widespread means of transport (there were only a few dozen cars on the roads!).

In Lombardy, there are several possibilities to book trips and itineraries of this type, starting from Milan and beyond!

Among the most evocative routes is the Lario Express. This historic train connects Milan, Como and Lecco and allows travellers to discover the beauties of Lake Como and the Lombardy countryside, and to live an experience with an ancient and inimitable charm.

Traveling on a historic train is not only recommended for history lovers: it is an experience that allows you to rediscover the beauty of a “slow” and quiet journey, far from the frenzy of everyday life, and to relax while admiring breathtaking landscapes, immersed in an elegant atmosphere suspended in time.

Let yourself be transported on the tracks of time, enjoy the view and savor the taste of a unique and unrepeatable journey, surrounded by a little cloud of steam.

In 2025, there are four dates for the Lario Express, departing from “Centrale” Train Station in Milan: March 30, April 21, May 4 and September 7. Tickets can be purchased through the official Trenitalia channels. Find out how to reach Villa Fisogni by train!

Other possible itineraries are Lake Maggiore (Laveno Express), Lake Iseo (Sebino Express), Lomellina (Lomellina Express), Cremona and Pizzighettone. Discover all the historic trains in Lombardy!

Marco Mocchetti