French nationwide rail service SNCF has reinstated the Paris–Milan practice line (which had been interrupted because of a landslide within the Maurienne area in August 2023), now providing three trains per day.
This line features a cease at Oulx station, on the Italian aspect, about 30 km from Briançon, a part of the large Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon ski space, after a 4.5-hour journey. The journey to Briançon can then be accomplished by a shuttle (tickets can solely be bought on-line through the SNCF or Trainline web sites). The Italian firm Trenitalia has additionally been working this identical route since April 1, with two trains per day.
David Chabanal, Director of the Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon Vacationer Workplace commented:
“The reopening of the Paris–Milan railway line, with a cease at Oulx, is good news for our vacation spot. It actually is ‘our’ high-speed line and it strengthens accessibility from Paris and Italy. It’s an actual asset for each guests and native companies. Because of the three each day trains operated by SNCF and the 2 extra trains by Trenitalia, our vacation spot now enjoys a quick and comfy connection from Paris in simply 4.5 hours. The return of the shuttle service between Oulx and Serre Chevalier through Briançon, operated by Resalp, completely enhances this providing. This continuity of service is a real benefit for our French and European guests and totally aligns with our dedication to selling extra sustainable and accessible tourism.”
Particulars of service for winter 25-26 haven’t but been confirmed, nevertheless in additional excellent news for future rail journey to the area, the Minister of Transport introduced the renewal of night time practice rolling inventory, giving precedence to the Paris–Briançon line, together with enhancements to the Marseille–Briançon line.
For detailed data on rail journey to ski areas go to Snowcarbon.co.uk
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