{"id":32461,"date":"2026-07-13T08:13:44","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T06:13:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/montecarloliving.com\/?p=32461"},"modified":"2026-07-10T12:17:06","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T10:17:06","slug":"the-train-of-wonders-from-ventimiglia-to-tende-cultural-journey-to-discover-the-valley-of-wonders-and-the-tende-museum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/montecarloliving.com\/en\/actuality\/the-train-of-wonders-from-ventimiglia-to-tende-cultural-journey-to-discover-the-valley-of-wonders-and-the-tende-museum-32461\/","title":{"rendered":"The \u201cTrain of Wonders\u201d from Ventimiglia to Tende: a cultural journey to discover the Valley of Wonders and the Tende Museum"},"content":{"rendered":"

A journey through history, archaeology and nature along the Roya Valley railway line<\/strong>: the \u201cTrain of Wonders\u201d from Ventimiglia to Tende<\/strong> returns with a special educational excursion organised by the \u201cGirolamo Rossi\u201d Civic Archaeological Museum of Ventimiglia<\/strong>, inviting visitors to discover one of the most fascinating areas of the Maritime Alps.<\/p>\n

The event will take place on Friday 17 July 2026<\/strong>, on the occasion of the 108th anniversary of the death of Clarence Bicknell<\/strong>, who passed away on 17 July 1918 in the peaceful surroundings of Casterino. The day will be dedicated to remembering the English scholar, considered one of the first major researchers of the prehistoric rock engravings of the Valley of Wonders<\/strong>, a unique archaeological heritage site located in the heart of the Mercantour National Park.<\/p>\n

A journey along the historic Roya Valley railway line<\/h2>\n

The excursion will take participants along the scenic route of the Train of Wonders<\/strong>, one of Europe\u2019s most spectacular panoramic railway lines, connecting the Ligurian Riviera with the Alpine valleys through landscapes of outstanding natural and historical value.<\/p>\n

The route follows, in spirit, the ancient paths of the Via Iulia Augusta<\/strong>, the important Roman road that linked the Ligurian coast with the transalpine territories, offering travellers views of mountains, historic villages and valleys crossed by the Roya River.<\/p>\n

Discovering the medieval village of Tende<\/h2>\n

Upon arrival in Tende<\/strong>, participants will enjoy a guided walk through the historic medieval village.<\/p>\n

The itinerary will include a visit to the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame de l\u2019Assomption<\/strong>, built at the end of the 15th century at the request of Giovanni Antonio Lascaris<\/strong> on the remains of an earlier church.<\/p>\n

The walk will continue with a commemorative moment at the plaque dedicated to Clarence Bicknell<\/strong>, a key figure in the study of the engravings and prehistoric rock art of the Valley of Wonders.<\/p>\n

Visit to the Mus\u00e9e des Merveilles in Tende<\/h2>\n

In the afternoon, at 3:00 pm<\/strong>, the group will visit the Mus\u00e9e des Merveilles in Tende<\/strong>, an important cultural centre dedicated to the history, archaeology and rock art of the Maritime Alps.<\/p>\n

Participants will be welcomed by archaeologist Nicoletta Bianchi<\/strong>, member of the team led by Silvia Sandrone<\/strong>, who will guide visitors through the permanent exhibition spaces and temporary exhibitions.<\/p>\n

The programme includes a visit to the following exhibitions:<\/p>\n