Discovering Val d'Orcia with the Nature Train: A Journey Out of Time
Are you looking for an adventure with a taste of times gone by for a family outing? The perfect trip is aboard the Treno Natura, which runs along the historic railway line from Asciano to Monte Antico, crossing the wonderful Terre di Siena. This route will give you unique emotions and unforgettable views, catapulting you into a bygone era, when steam locomotives were the undisputed queens of the tracks.
A Unique Experience: Relive the Golden Age of Steam Railways
In the heart of the Sienese territory, aboard the Treno Natura, you can admire breathtaking landscapes, medieval villages and enchanted castles, living an experience with a "vintage" flavor. There are many itineraries that you can choose to experience with your children to discover this territory in an unusual way: crossing the countryside and admiring fields, parish churches, villages and castles aboard the train, and then getting off, during its stops, and venturing along the paths of characteristic and unique places.
The Classic Itinerary: A Journey Through the Wonders of Val d'Orcia
Here is an example of the classic itinerary proposed by the Nature Train:
- Departure from Siena: The journey begins from Siena, where you will immediately be captivated by the landscape of the Crete Senesi.
- Asso Valley and San Giovanni d'Asso: The train continues through the Asso valley, until reaching the stop of San Giovanni d'Asso, a village rich in history and traditions.
- Torrenieri-Montalcino: The next stop is the Torrenieri-Montalcino station, built in 1865, from which you can reach the village famous for its excellent wine and its charming historic center.
- Val d'Orcia: Back on the train, the doors of Val d'Orcia will open, thanks to the Casalto tunnel. Admire the imposing Mount Amiata, a now inactive volcano, and glimpse orchards and vineyards all the way to Villa Banfi and the Sant'Angelo-Cinigiano station.
- Maremma and Monte Antico: From Sant'Angelo-Cinigiano, the train will head towards Maremma and the province of Grosseto, until reaching the Monte Antico station, where the tourist section of the area will end.
An Unforgettable Adventure for the Whole Family
The journey aboard the Treno Natura is a unique experience for the whole family, which will allow you to discover the beauties of the Val d'Orcia in an original and evocative way. Get ready to live an unforgettable adventure, among breathtaking landscapes, medieval villages and the timeless charm of steam locomotives!
