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Treno Gottardo in Minusio

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Einleitung

Enjoy the spectacular view from the big windows of the Treno Gottardo along the historical Gotthard panorama route direct to Locarno. Each meter of train tracks brings you closer to the Mediterranean feel of Ticino, so benefit from the unique offer and look forward to the sight of palms and palazzi.

A scenic trainride

The Treno Gottardo is the scenic route that connects Basel, Zurich, and Lucerne non-stop with Bellinzona and Locarno. In collaboration with the SBB, the Schweizerische Südostbahn AG (SOB) operates the traditional panorama route with modern low-floor trains. The copper-colored Traverso boasts a spacious and sleek interior, practical bistro areas, and child-friendly designed family carriages.

The view from the big windows helps to magnify your anticipation of a weekend or holiday down in Italian-speaking Switzerland as the scenery passes by. The beautiful valley of Leventina, Bellinzona's castles, and Locarno's southern flair await you.

Facilities on the train

  • 359 seats, 68 of which in 1st class
  • All seats with power outlets
  • Panoramic windows
  • 10 bicycle stands (self-loading, subject to charge)
  • Space for baby buggies at the entrances
  • Two wheelchair spaces
  • Family compartment with illustrated hidden object pictures about the four seasons

Catering

The Treno Gottardo offers two modern bistro areas with snack and drink vending machines as well as a coffee machine. Guests can find regional and typical classics in the snack vending machine.

Route and travel duration

  • Zurich–Locarno: 3 h 19 min
  • Basel–Locarno: 4 h 21 min
  • Luzern–Locarno: 3 h 6 min