U Trinighellu It is the famous little train that crosses Corsica from north to south, a slow journey of almost four hours between the cities of Ajaccio and Bastia through fabulous landscapes. Especially recommended for lovers of train travel, but also those looking for different experiences, leisurely trips and charming places.
Only a dozen stops on the line, although those who wish to get off at one of the many stops only have to press a button on each wagon. Old-fashioned, the same as the vintage style of the long rectangular and yellow bills that are issued at the company's stations CFC, Corsican Railways.
From the town of pimp The tracks lead into one of the island's wildest inland regions, through mountains where it is common to find snow in the colder months, dizzying cliffs and thick Mediterranean forests of pines and old holm oaks. On bocognano There are many who get off the train to go on the mountain routes that start from this town.
At the exit of a tunnel you come to Vizzavone, in the middle of a mountain landscape that can confuse the passenger. Are we in the Pyrenees or on a Mediterranean island? From here the descent begins, passing through deer before reaching the final destination: Ajaccio and, for many students, the Court University, after a wagon change ..
U Trinighellu It is an old train that is maintained in the name of the sustainable development of the island. Most of the seats are occupied by tourists, even in winter, and by students. An ideal pleasant trip to know the soul of this island.
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