Turin: Superga Historic Train, Basilica, and Views Tour

Ride a vintage cogwheel railway through green hills to Superga Basilica, a historic jewel with the most stunning view over Turin and the Alps

Escape the city and discover the green side of Turin on this unique experience combining heritage, nature, and panoramic beauty. Your journey begins with a short transfer from the city center to Sassi Station, where you’ll board the historic Sassi–Superga cogwheel train, in service since 1884. This eco-friendly railway winds through lush forests and open meadows, offering a slow and poetic ascent with ever-changing views over the city. As you climb, watch Turin shrink below: a mosaic of red rooftops, leafy boulevards, and baroque domes, all framed by the distant Alps. At the top, you'll reach the magnificent Basilica of Superga, built by King Vittorio Amedeo II as a votive offering after the 1706 siege. Designed by Juvarra, it stands 672 meters above sea level and guards the Royal Tombs of the House of Savoy. The highlight? Climb to the panoramic dome terrace for a 360° view: from the rice fields of Vercelli to the Monferrato hills and the peaks of Monte Rosa. A timeless experience where history meets landscape, and every step reveals a new wonder — all just minutes from Turin’s city center.