Rail Europe has announced the expansion of its European rail network by integrating Arenaways, a regional route in Piedmont, Italy. This addition aims to provide international travellers and travel professionals with easier access to the region's unique Slow Food heritage, medieval towns, and cultural landmarks.
The Arenaways route, which includes seven stops—Cuneo, Busca, Costigliole Saluzzo, Verzuolo, Manta, Saluzzo, and Savigliano—offers a compact slow-travel itinerary. This initiative aligns with Rail Europe's strategy to enhance regional rail journeys beyond major high-speed routes. The route highlights Piedmont's connection to the Slow Food movement, which was founded in Italy to protect local food traditions and biodiversity. Notable stops include Busca and Saluzzo, home to restaurants recognised in Slow Food's 2026 Osterie d’Italia guide.
Travellers can explore attractions such as the Castello della Manta, known for its late-Gothic frescoes, and the medieval centre of Saluzzo. The route also offers practical benefits for families, with children under four travelling free and those aged four to eleven receiving a 50% discount.
Tickets are available through standard point-to-point fares, making it easier for travellers to incorporate these regional journeys into broader Italian or European itineraries. This expansion caters to the growing interest in slower, locally rooted travel experiences, allowing visitors to discover parts of Italy often overlooked by traditional tourism routes
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