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Christmas

Treno dei Presepi e dei Mercatini di Natale — Fondazione FS

  • Run by Fondazione FS Italiane (FS Treni Turistici Italiani)
  • Gemona del Friuli station — Gemona del Friuli, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

Next: Dec 8, 2026

A one-day historic train from Gemona del Friuli to Sacile in Friuli, stopping at Poffabro and other villages for nativity scenes and Christmas markets. The operator lists a steam locomotive.

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Next edition

Dec 8, 2026

One day only. Departs Gemona del Friuli in the morning; return from Sacile at 18:00. Detailed timetable and fares to be announced.

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About this event

The Treno dei Presepi e dei Mercatini di Natale is a historic train run by Fondazione FS Italiane and FS Treni Turistici Italiani from Gemona del Friuli to Sacile, in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region. The operator lists a steam locomotive hauling 1930s "Centoporte" carriages and a luggage van.

The operator describes the journey as an itinerary dedicated to Christmas traditions, with a stop at Poffabro and visits to some of the most appealing historic villages of Friuli, among nativity scenes, markets and entertainment for children and adults, showcasing the identity and cultural heritage of the places crossed. Its regional programme lists intermediate stops at Forgaria and Maniago (for Poffabro).

The regional historic-train season is promoted by the Friuli Venezia Giulia regional government with Fondazione FS Italiane and FS Treni Turistici Italiani, with the support of local authorities and PromoTurismoFVG. The same train has appeared on the Fondazione FS calendar before.

What to expect

A day trip by historic train from Gemona del Friuli to Sacile (the operator lists a steam locomotive), built around nativity scenes, Christmas markets and entertainment in the villages along the line, with a stop at Poffabro. Bicycles can travel free in the luggage van.

Practical info

Boards at Gemona del Friuli station (Piazzale della Stazione) and returns from Sacile. The operator says tickets for the historic trains of Friuli Venezia Giulia are sold on all Trenitalia channels: ticket offices, app and website. Bicycles travel free in the equipped luggage van. For information on the day: Sacile Infopoint, +39 0434 737292, info.sacile@promoturismo.fvg.it. Fondazione FS customer service: trenistorici@fondazionefs.it.

Where it happens

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Frequently asked questions

Where does the Treno dei Presepi leave from and where does it go?▾
The historic train runs from Gemona del Friuli to Sacile, with a stop at Poffabro. The operator's regional programme also lists intermediate stops at Forgaria and Maniago.
What kind of train is it?▾
The operator lists a steam locomotive with 1930s "Centoporte" carriages and a luggage van.
What is the day about?▾
The operator describes an itinerary dedicated to Christmas traditions, with nativity scenes, markets and entertainment in some of the historic villages of Friuli.
Where can I buy tickets?▾
The operator says tickets for the historic trains of Friuli Venezia Giulia are sold on all Trenitalia channels: ticket offices, the app and the website.
Can I bring my bicycle?▾
Yes. Bicycles travel free in the specially equipped luggage van, according to the operator.
Who can I ask for information about the day?▾
The Sacile Infopoint: +39 0434 737292, info.sacile@promoturismo.fvg.it.

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Sources

Dates checked on Oct 21, 2026 from the official site: fondazionefs.it. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

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