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Tirano railway station and the Basilica di Madonna di Tirano
📅 April 18, 2026 🏷️ Day Trips ⏱️ 6 min read

A Day in Tirano: Italy at the End of the Bernina Express

The Bernina Express arrives in Tirano from the Swiss Alps like a quiet announcement. Most passengers turn straight around — a shame. The Basilica, the old town, bresaola, Valtellina wine, and three ways to continue the journey.

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