Since 2005, the Fondazione FS Italiane has been taking tourists into the heart of the Val di Noto aboard a vintage historic train. It's not just transportation: it's a cultural experience that begins the moment you step onto the train.
The "Centoporte" carriages from the 1930s, with their original wooden seats, are pulled by a vintage livery diesel locomotive along the splendid 19th-century railway line that crosses the Iblean landscapes, carob fields, and Baroque cities declared UNESCO World Heritage in 2002. On board, Slow Food Sicily tells the story of the territory through its typical local products.
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Seasonal Calendar: the Treno del Barocco (Fondazione FS, historic train) typically publishes its dates from August, with runs on summer weekends and during December's ChocoModica event. 2026 dates are not yet available — we will update this page as soon as they are released.
Operational from April 2026
Barocco Line 2026 — every Sunday and holiday
Don't wait until August to travel by train between Baroque cities. Trenitalia's Barocco Line is a different service from the Treno Storico: it connects Siracusa to Castello di Donnafugata every Sunday and holiday from April to September, stopping at Fontane Bianche, Avola, Noto, Pozzallo, Scicli, Modica, Ragusa Ibla, and Ragusa. In 2025, it operated from April 25th to September 28th — the 2026 calendar will follow the same schedule.
FrequencyEvery Sunday and holiday (including Ferragosto)
Indicative PeriodLate April – Late September 2026
Main StopsSiracusa → Noto → Modica → Ragusa
TicketsStandard Trenitalia fare, no mandatory reservation
Bikes on boardFree
Where to buytrenitalia.com, Trenitalia app, station ticket offices
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Barocco Line vs. Treno del Barocco: these are two different things. The Barocco Line is a regular Trenitalia holiday train, operational from April. The Treno del Barocco is the historic train from Fondazione FS with 1930s Centoporte carriages — operational from August, by reservation, with limited capacity.
The Itinerary
From Siracusa to Ragusa via Modica
The main itinerary connects Siracusa with Ragusa, stopping at some of the most beautiful Baroque cities in the Val di Noto. Modica is located halfway, with a stop of approximately 2 hours allowing for a guided tour of the historic center.
Important note on timings: the times shown refer to the 2023 editions. Fondazione FS may change the times from year to year. Always check the exact dates and times on the official website fondazionefs.it before purchasing your ticket.
Special Edition
The Chocolate Train — December
On the occasion of ChocoModica — the chocolate festival held annually in December — Fondazione FS organizes a special dedicated itinerary: the Chocolate Train from Siracusa to Modica and a second train from Caltanissetta.
StopOutboundReturn
SiracusaDeparture09:0021:40 arr.
Noto09:3120:58
Ispica09:5620:30
Pozzallo10:0520:20
🍫 ModicaChocoModica Stop10:4020:00 part.
The stop in Modica allows participation in ChocoModica tastings, visits to chocolate shops, and the Chocolate Museum at the Palazzo della Cultura.
Tickets and Reservations
How to buy your ticket
Tickets for the Treno del Barocco can be purchased through all official Trenitalia channels. There are no separate one-way "historic train" tickets: the train travels on the regular railway line, so the ticket is a standard Trenitalia ticket for that route, on the specific dates of the historic train.
Adult — From Siracusa
~25 €
Round trip Siracusa–Ragusa. Indicative price, check on Trenitalia.
Children (4–12 years)
~15 €
Children 0–4 years: free, without a reserved seat.
From Noto
~15 €
Reduced price for those boarding in Noto instead of Siracusa.
Bicycle
0 €
Free bicycle transport in the equipped baggage car.
Also available at ticket offices, Trenitalia app, authorized travel agencies, and station self-service machines.
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Check the 2026 calendar: dates for each season are published by Fondazione FS a few weeks in advance. Consult fondazionefs.it/treni-storici for the updated calendar and confirmed dates for 2026.
In Modica during your stop
What to do during the 2-hour visit
The stop in Modica allows for a guided tour of the historic center. The typical program includes: the Palazzo della Cultura (home of the Chocolate Museum), the Church of the Carmine, the Cathedral of San Giorgio, the Church of San Giovanni Evangelista, and the Church of the Savior.
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Chocolate
Chocolate shops are located on Corso Umberto I. Antica Dolceria Bonajuto (1880) is the most famous.
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San Giorgio
The Baroque cathedral, a symbol of Modica, is a 10-minute walk from the station. The staircase is spectacular.
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Shuttle
A shuttle service is provided between the train station and the historic center of Modica.
Comfortable shoes: Modica is a multi-level city with steep staircases. To visit the Duomo di San Giorgio (in upper Modica), shoes with non-slip soles are necessary. The 2-hour stop is sufficient for the main points, not for a complete visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
No. The Treno del Barocco is a seasonal service organized by Fondazione FS in collaboration with the Sicilian Region. It typically runs during the summer months (August–September) and on special occasions like December's ChocoModica. Dates vary each year.
Through all Trenitalia channels: trenitalia.com website, Trenitalia app, station ticket offices, automatic self-service machines, authorized travel agencies. At Donnafugata, Fontane Bianche, and Noto stations, you can also buy directly from the train conductor, with no extra charge.
Yes, guided excursions at the stops are organized by the Sicilian Regional Department of Tourism and are included in the historic train experience. You do not need to pay separately for the guide during the stop.
Yes, bicycle transport is free. The trains are equipped with a baggage car for transporting up to 50 bicycles. It's an excellent option for those who want to explore the stops independently.
They are two completely different things. The Treno del Barocco (this page) is a historic train on rails from Fondazione FS that connects Siracusa to Ragusa. The Trenino Barocco (treninobarocco.com) is a small rubber-wheeled tourist train that offers guided tours of the historic centers of Modica, Scicli, and other cities. Both are valid but offer completely different experiences.
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